Things to Do in Kasugai (春日井市), Aichi: Sights, Train Access & Travel Guide

Last reviewed: October 27, 2026 · Prices are approximate and for orientation only.

Overview & City Profile

Kasugai (春日井市) in Aichi Prefecture (Chubu, Japan) is anchored by local sights including Jōjō Castle ruins, Ōdome Castle, Yoshida Castle and served by Kasugai Station (春日井駅) (1.3 km) via the regional hub at Nagoya Station (Tokaido Shinkansen) & Chubu Centrair Airport (NGO). Set at 30 m elevation (35.2475°N, 136.9722°E), Kasugai offers travelers a base for sampling regional Hitsumabushi (grilled eel over rice three ways), Miso-katsu (red Hatcho-miso pork cutlet), Tebasaki (peppery Nagoya chicken wings) cuisine and exploring neighboring Toyoyama (豊山町) (5 km), Owariasahi (尾張旭市) (6.7 km), Komaki (小牧市) (7.3 km), Nagoya (名古屋市) (9.7 km).

The city is sometimes called Owarikasugai to avoid confusion with other municipality of the same name, including Kasugai (now part of Fuefuki) in Yamanashi Prefecture. Kasugai is located in northwest Aichi Prefecture, north of the Nagoya metropolis, in the northern Nōbi Plain. The Shōnai River flows through the southern portion of the city. The area which is now Kasugai contains many Kofun period burial mounds. During the Edo period, the area was mostly part of the holdings of Owari Domain. Within Aichi Prefecture, Kasugai (春日井市) serves as a special city in Aichi Prefecture (municipal incorporation: 1943-06-01) and pairs naturally with wider prefectural highlights such as Nagoya Castle & Atsuta Shrine, Ghibli Park (Nagakute), original hilltop Inuyama Castle, Toyota industrial & automotive museums, Tokoname & Seto pottery towns, and Okazaki.

What to See & Do in Kasugai (春日井市): Landmarks & Sights

Visitors exploring Kasugai (春日井市) from Kasugai Station (春日井駅) (1.3 km) at 30 m elevation (35.2475°N, 136.9722°E) can visit these nearby shrines, temples, parks, and geographic landmarks (with straight-line distances from central Kasugai):

• Jōjō Castle ruins — local sightseeing landmark near Kasugai (春日井市).
• Ōdome Castle — local sightseeing landmark near Kasugai (春日井市).
• Yoshida Castle — local sightseeing landmark near Kasugai (春日井市).
• Enpuku-ji temple — local sightseeing landmark near Kasugai (春日井市).
• Kōzō-ji temple — local sightseeing landmark near Kasugai (春日井市).
• Primary Rail Gateway for Kasugai: Kasugai Station (春日井駅) (1.3 km) (connecting to Nagoya Station (Tokaido Shinkansen) & Chubu Centrair Airport (NGO)).

Closest Neighboring Municipalities to Kasugai

When planning a regional rail or driving loop around Kasugai (春日井市) and Kasugai Station (春日井駅) (1.3 km), consider pairing your stop with the 5 closest neighboring municipalities across Aichi Prefecture and Chubu:

• Toyoyama (豊山町) — 5 km from Kasugai (Aichi Prefecture)
• Owariasahi (尾張旭市) — 6.7 km from Kasugai (Aichi Prefecture)
• Komaki (小牧市) — 7.3 km from Kasugai (Aichi Prefecture)
• Nagoya (名古屋市) — 9.7 km from Kasugai (Aichi Prefecture)
• Kitanagoya (北名古屋市) — 9.7 km from Kasugai (Aichi Prefecture)

Getting to Kasugai & Getting Around

Train & hub access to Kasugai (春日井市) via Kasugai Station (春日井駅) (1.3 km): 1h 39m from Tokyo Station or 34m from Kyoto Station on the JR Tokaido Shinkansen Nozomi. From Nagoya Station (Tokaido Shinkansen) & Chubu Centrair Airport (NGO), transfer to local JR or private rail lines serving Kasugai Station (春日井駅) (1.3 km) to reach central Kasugai (35.2475°N, 136.9722°E).

• Local rail & IC cards at Kasugai Station (春日井駅) (1.3 km): JR regional trains and private commuter lines link Nagoya with Kasugai (春日井市) and neighboring Toyoyama, Owariasahi, Komaki. Nationwide IC cards (Suica, PASMO, ICOCA) work at major urban gates; for rural branch stations or local buses around Kasugai, carry ¥1,000 bills and ¥100 coins for the onboard fare box.
• Luggage & station coin lockers: Travelers exploring Kasugai and continuing toward Toyoyama can store bags at major transfer stations or check suitcase dimensions in our Luggage & Locker Checker and ship large bags ahead via Takkyubin.
• Driving & car rental around Kasugai: While Kasugai Station (春日井駅) (1.3 km) anchors public transit for Kasugai, picking up a rental car at Nagoya Station (Tokaido Shinkansen) & Chubu Centrair Airport (NGO) makes it easy to link Jōjō Castle ruins and Ōdome Castle with nearby Toyoyama (豊山町) (5 km), Owariasahi (尾張旭市) (6.7 km), Komaki (小牧市) (7.3 km), Nagoya (名古屋市) (9.7 km). See our Renting a Car in Japan Guide.

What to Eat in Kasugai (春日井市) & Aichi

Dining near Kasugai Station (春日井駅) (1.3 km) and across Kasugai (春日井市) highlights the regional food culture of Aichi Prefecture and Chubu. Look for these local specialties at station restaurants, family-run shokudo, and markets in Kasugai:

• Local specialty & terroir of Kasugai (春日井市): sweet cherry (sakuranbo) orchards and highland fruit farming.
• Hitsumabushi (grilled eel over rice three ways) — regional specialty enjoyed across Kasugai (春日井市) and Aichi Prefecture.
• Miso-katsu (red Hatcho-miso pork cutlet) — regional specialty enjoyed across Kasugai (春日井市) and Aichi Prefecture.
• Tebasaki (peppery Nagoya chicken wings) — regional specialty enjoyed across Kasugai (春日井市) and Aichi Prefecture.
• Kishimen flat udon & miso nikomi udon — regional specialty enjoyed across Kasugai (春日井市) and Aichi Prefecture.
• Ogura toast (morning service) — regional specialty enjoyed across Kasugai (春日井市) and Aichi Prefecture.

If you are dining in Kasugai (春日井市) with food allergies or dietary restrictions, use our Japanese Phrasebook & Allergy Show-Cards at restaurants around Kasugai Station (春日井駅) (1.3 km).

Where to Stay in Kasugai (春日井市)

Visitors staying overnight in Kasugai (春日井市) can look for business hotels, traditional ryokan, or family-run minshuku near Kasugai Station (春日井駅) (1.3 km), or base at major rail hubs in Nagoya (Nagoya Station (Tokaido Shinkansen) & Chubu Centrair Airport (NGO)) or neighboring Toyoyama, Owariasahi, Komaki for quick train access into Kasugai. Compare hotel tiers and ryokan etiquette in our Japan Accommodation Guide.

Best Time to Visit Kasugai & Seasonal Highlights

Seasonal guide for Kasugai (春日井市, 30 m elevation at 35.2475°N, 136.9722°E): Late March–April for Inuyama & Nagoya Castle cherry blossoms; November for Korankei Gorge's 4,000 flaming red maple trees; year-round for museums and dining.

Wider sightseeing across Aichi Prefecture that pairs well with visiting Jōjō Castle ruins in Kasugai (春日井市) includes: Nagoya Castle & Atsuta Shrine, Ghibli Park (Nagakute), original hilltop Inuyama Castle, Toyota industrial & automotive museums, Tokoname & Seto pottery towns, and Okazaki.

Practical Travel Tips for Kasugai (春日井市)

• Tourist information (観光案内所) for Kasugai: Stop by the Kankō Annaijo desk at Nagoya Station (Tokaido Shinkansen) & Chubu Centrair Airport (NGO) or Kasugai Station (春日井駅) (1.3 km) for local bus schedules to Jōjō Castle ruins and walking maps of Kasugai (春日井市).
• Cash & ATMs in Kasugai: Convenience stores and major hotels around Kasugai Station (春日井駅) (1.3 km) accept international cards, while smaller eateries and shrines near Jōjō Castle ruins often prefer yen cash; 7-Eleven (Seven Bank) and Japan Post ATMs in Kasugai accept foreign debit cards.
• Local dining hours in Kasugai: Around Kasugai Station (春日井駅) (1.3 km) and neighboring Toyoyama, Owariasahi, Komaki, lunch service typically runs 11:30 AM–2:00 PM and dinner spots open around 5:30 PM with last orders between 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM.