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💡 Nagoya specialty: eat eel first plain, then with herbs, then as dashi-cha. Bincho is famous chain near Nagoya Station — English picture menu, foreigner-friendly.

💡 Thick pork cutlet drowned in dark sweet miso sauce — Nagoya's defining dish since 1947. English picture menu, casual chain. Cards accepted.

💡 Sekai-no-Yamachan and Furaibo are the two famous chains. Twice-fried wings with addictive black pepper. Pair with beer. English menu, very casual.

💡 Nagoya Cochin is a prized heritage chicken — firmer texture, deep flavor. Premium yakitori experience. English menu, counter seats with grill view.

💡 Distinct from regular udon — wider, flatter, silkier. Often served with red miso broth. Try at Yamamotoya Honten chain. English picture menu.

💡 Open year-round. The Steel Dragon 2000 is one of the longest coasters in the world. Day-trip option for families.

💡 Tax-free shopping for tourists. Great if you have time before sunset. Many international luxury and sportswear brands at 30–60% off.

💡 Perfect way to warm up after the illumination. Some baths have garden views. Operates until late.