Explore the unique Higashi-Mikawa seaside area

Geographically speaking, the Higashi-Mikawa area is a crossroads of customs, cuisines and dialects, lending it a unique atmosphere that also attracts visitors from other parts of Aichi Prefecture. The carefully selected driving trip recommendations are also family-friendly, so come out to eat, play and learn.

NAVITIME

Update 2023.08.07

DAY1

2018-03-29
- Mikawaya Seika
  
  10:00
- Gamagori Orange Park
  
  11:15
- Gamagori Fish Market
  
  13:15
- Gamagori Network Research Center, Natural History Museum - Sea of Life
  
  14:30
- Laguna Ten Bosch
  
  16:30

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DAY1

- Mikawaya Seika
  
  10:00
  
  60min
  
  Japanese Confectionery
  
  (Provided by service)This handmade confectionery is located between Ko Station and Otowa River. Its “Habutae” rice cakes are beloved in Konoichi Market for their ability to ward off evil. The popular “shiawase daifuku,” which combine strawberries, chestnuts, and cheese, have been featured by many media outlets as well. The “Toyokawa so daifuku” is a seasonal item that contains green shiso, a Toyokawa City specialty, and strawberries, and won a contest of most popular local products. This shop is overflowing with original creations and local pride.
  
  Address
  
  Aichi Pref. Toyokawashi Kouchou Ryuka 114-4
  - Mikawaya Seika
  - Mikawaya Seika
- Car
  
  15min
- Gamagori Orange Park
  
  11:15
  
  90min
  
  Orchard
  
  (Provided by service)A facility where you can pick fruit year-round, regardless of the season. From January to May, you can enjoy strawberry picking; from June to September, muskmelons and grapes; and from October to February, mandarin oranges. The facility also hosts a large restaurant and a shop selling Mikawa specialty products and other souvenirs. Gamagori Orange Park also sells juices and ice cream made with seasonal fruit at reasonable prices. In addition to fruit picking, you can enjoy outdoor barbecuing in a mandarin orange orchard on top of a hill.
  
  Address
  
  Aichi Pref. Gamagorishi Seidachou Ogurimi 1-93
  - Gamagori Orange Park
  - Gamagori Orange Park
  - Gamagori Orange Park
- Car
  
  30min
- Gamagori Fish Market
  
  13:15
  
  60min
  
  Market
  
  (Provided by service)This seafood market, looking out over Mikawa Bay, is located in Hiroishi Town, Gamagori City, Aichi Prefecture. The market mainly sells freshly caught fish from the port, homemade sun baked dried fish, and processed seafood products. Popular as a souvenir and famous throughout the country is the Mikawa Bay dried young sardines, clams, and the round greeneyes fish. There is a place where you can scoop up as many clams as you like with your hands which is popular both with children and adults. Lots of specialty products from Aichi are sold in the market such as shrimp crackers, boiled fish-paste, Hatcho miso, and kishimen (flat noodles).
  
  Address
  
  Aichi Pref. Gamagorishi Hiroishichou Asaoka 47-1
  - Gamagori Fish Market
  - Gamagori Fish Market
- Car
  
  15min
- Gamagori Network Research Center, Natural History Museum - Sea of Life
  
  14:30
  
  90min
  
  Museum / Science Museum
  
  (Provided by service)A natural history museum in Minato Town, Gamagori City, Aichi Prefecture. With a focus on the sea as the source of life, visitors can learn about the history of the earth and living things through exhibits such as real meteorites and fossils. Among the exhibits tracing the evolution of ancient creatures from their birth out of the sea are lots of hands on displays including the world’s first digital globe where people can learn and have fun. The museum theater which shows short films is also popular. The full-body whale skeletal fossil in the first floor entrance was recognized as a new species in 2016.
  
  Address
  
  Aichi Pref. Gamagorishi Minatomachi 17-17
  - Gamagori Network Research Center, Natural History Museum - Sea of Life
  - Gamagori Network Research Center, Natural History Museum - Sea of Life
  - Gamagori Network Research Center, Natural History Museum - Sea of Life
- Car
  
  30min
- Laguna Ten Bosch
  
  16:30
  
  120min
  
  (Provided by service)"A resort complex where visitors can enjoy theme parks, shopping, and gourmet food and more, all at once. Free shuttle bus service is available from Gamagori Station, and the location is easily accessible from Nagoya Station, too. ""Henn na Hotel Laguna Ten Bosch"" is directly connected to the theme park, Lagunasia, and is recommended for overnight stays. It is a resort facility that can be enjoyed by all ages."
  
  Address
  - Laguna Ten Bosch
  - Laguna Ten Bosch
- FINISH
  
  18:30