Things to Do in Tōei (東栄町), Aichi: Sights, Train Access & Travel Guide

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

Overview & City Profile

Tōei (東栄町) in Aichi Prefecture (Chubu, Japan) is anchored by local sights including Hōraiji Mt., Akiha Mt., Shirakura Mt. and served by Izunma Station (出馬駅) (6.6 km) via the regional hub at Nagoya Station (Tokaido Shinkansen) & Chubu Centrair Airport (NGO). Set at 516 m elevation (35.0896°N, 137.6903°E), Tōei 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 Toyone (豊根村) (10.1 km), Shitara (設楽町) (12.9 km), Urugi (売木村) (19.8 km), Neba (根羽村) (20.1 km).

Tōei is located in the extreme northeast corner of Aichi Prefecture. Over 90 percent of the town's area is covered by 700 to 1000 meter mountains and forest, and much of the town is within the borders of the Tenryū-Okumikawa Quasi-National Park. During the Edo period all of present Tōei was tenryō territory under direct control of the Tokugawa shogunate. After the Meiji Restoration, the area was organized into several villages within Kitashitara District, Aichi including Hongō, Miwa, Midono, Furikusa and Sono with the establishment of the modern municipalities system. The primary industry of Tōei is small-scale forestry, and agriculture. Within Aichi Prefecture, Tōei (東栄町) serves as a town (町) in Aichi Prefecture (municipal incorporation: 1889-04-01) 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 Tōei (東栄町): Landmarks & Sights

Visitors exploring Tōei (東栄町) from Izunma Station (出馬駅) (6.6 km) at 516 m elevation (35.0896°N, 137.6903°E) can visit these nearby shrines, temples, parks, and geographic landmarks (with straight-line distances from central Tōei):

• Hōraiji Mt. — local sightseeing landmark near Tōei (東栄町).
• Akiha Mt. — local sightseeing landmark near Tōei (東栄町).
• Shirakura Mt. — local sightseeing landmark near Tōei (東栄町).
• Kumabushi Mt. — local sightseeing landmark near Tōei (東栄町).
• Primary Rail Gateway for Tōei: Izunma Station (出馬駅) (6.6 km) (connecting to Nagoya Station (Tokaido Shinkansen) & Chubu Centrair Airport (NGO)).

Closest Neighboring Municipalities to Tōei

When planning a regional rail or driving loop around Tōei (東栄町) and Izunma Station (出馬駅) (6.6 km), consider pairing your stop with the 5 closest neighboring municipalities across Aichi Prefecture and Chubu:

• Toyone (豊根村) — 10.1 km from Tōei (Aichi Prefecture)
• Shitara (設楽町) — 12.9 km from Tōei (Aichi Prefecture)
• Urugi (売木村) — 19.8 km from Tōei (Nagano Prefecture)
• Neba (根羽村) — 20.1 km from Tōei (Nagano Prefecture)
• Tenryū (天龍村) — 21.8 km from Tōei (Nagano Prefecture)

Getting to Tōei & Getting Around

Train & hub access to Tōei (東栄町) via Izunma Station (出馬駅) (6.6 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 Izunma Station (出馬駅) (6.6 km) to reach central Tōei (35.0896°N, 137.6903°E).

• Local rail & IC cards at Izunma Station (出馬駅) (6.6 km): JR regional trains and private commuter lines link Nagoya with Tōei (東栄町) and neighboring Toyone, Shitara, Urugi. Nationwide IC cards (Suica, PASMO, ICOCA) work at major urban gates; for rural branch stations or local buses around Tōei, carry ¥1,000 bills and ¥100 coins for the onboard fare box.
• Luggage & station coin lockers: Travelers exploring Tōei and continuing toward Toyone 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 Tōei: While Izunma Station (出馬駅) (6.6 km) anchors public transit for Tōei, picking up a rental car at Nagoya Station (Tokaido Shinkansen) & Chubu Centrair Airport (NGO) makes it easy to link Hōraiji Mt. and Akiha Mt. with nearby Toyone (豊根村) (10.1 km), Shitara (設楽町) (12.9 km), Urugi (売木村) (19.8 km), Neba (根羽村) (20.1 km). See our Renting a Car in Japan Guide.

What to Eat in Tōei (東栄町) & Aichi

Dining near Izunma Station (出馬駅) (6.6 km) and across Tōei (東栄町) highlights the regional food culture of Aichi Prefecture and Chubu. Look for these local specialties at station restaurants, family-run shokudo, and markets in Tōei:

• Local specialty & terroir of Tōei (東栄町): sustainable cedar and cypress forestry, woodworking, and mountain conservation alongside regional agriculture, seasonal produce, and traditional local craftsmanship.
• Hitsumabushi (grilled eel over rice three ways) — regional specialty enjoyed across Tōei (東栄町) and Aichi Prefecture.
• Miso-katsu (red Hatcho-miso pork cutlet) — regional specialty enjoyed across Tōei (東栄町) and Aichi Prefecture.
• Tebasaki (peppery Nagoya chicken wings) — regional specialty enjoyed across Tōei (東栄町) and Aichi Prefecture.
• Kishimen flat udon & miso nikomi udon — regional specialty enjoyed across Tōei (東栄町) and Aichi Prefecture.
• Ogura toast (morning service) — regional specialty enjoyed across Tōei (東栄町) and Aichi Prefecture.

If you are dining in Tōei (東栄町) with food allergies or dietary restrictions, use our Japanese Phrasebook & Allergy Show-Cards at restaurants around Izunma Station (出馬駅) (6.6 km).

Where to Stay in Tōei (東栄町)

Visitors staying overnight in Tōei (東栄町) can look for business hotels, traditional ryokan, or family-run minshuku near Izunma Station (出馬駅) (6.6 km), or base at major rail hubs in Nagoya (Nagoya Station (Tokaido Shinkansen) & Chubu Centrair Airport (NGO)) or neighboring Toyone, Shitara, Urugi for quick train access into Tōei. Compare hotel tiers and ryokan etiquette in our Japan Accommodation Guide.

Best Time to Visit Tōei & Seasonal Highlights

Seasonal guide for Tōei (東栄町, 516 m elevation at 35.0896°N, 137.6903°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 Hōraiji Mt. in Tōei (東栄町) 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 Tōei (東栄町)

• Tourist information (観光案内所) for Tōei: Stop by the Kankō Annaijo desk at Nagoya Station (Tokaido Shinkansen) & Chubu Centrair Airport (NGO) or Izunma Station (出馬駅) (6.6 km) for local bus schedules to Hōraiji Mt. and walking maps of Tōei (東栄町).
• Cash & ATMs in Tōei: Convenience stores and major hotels around Izunma Station (出馬駅) (6.6 km) accept international cards, while smaller eateries and shrines near Hōraiji Mt. often prefer yen cash; 7-Eleven (Seven Bank) and Japan Post ATMs in Tōei accept foreign debit cards.
• Local dining hours in Tōei: Around Izunma Station (出馬駅) (6.6 km) and neighboring Toyone, Shitara, Urugi, 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.