A luxury hotel that makes you feel like royalty

With a rich samurai history and a thriving manufacturing industry, Nagoya is one of Japan’s most fascinating yet underrated destinations. It’s a city of contrasts, with the majestic silhouette of Nagoya Castle dominating streets lined with centuries-old craftsmen’s workshops, avant-garde galleries and sleek modern architecture.

newly opened Nagoya Castle Space Designed to reflect these contrasts. Situated across the moat of Nagoya Castle, it is in dialogue with the iconic landmark – it is considered a “castle for the 21st century”, with its sleek glass facade rising under a tiered roof that is reminiscent of the tiered eaves of the historic fortress.

Centuries of art, exquisite architecture and carefully curated experiences define every moment of your stay. More than just an ultra-luxury hotel, it feels like a living gallery: every corridor, suite, and public space is filled with handcrafted pieces that celebrate the city’s rich artistic heritage.

Espacio Nagoya Castle: Nagoya’s modern castle

Entering Espacio Nagoya Castle, the concept of “modern castle” immediately appears. its corridors Featuring traditional Kumiko latticework, folding screens and coffered ceilings. The rooms are decorated with traditional crafts, reminiscent of the inner palace. From the sumptuously spacious Deluxe Rooms to the soaring Presidential Suite, each room offers views of Nagoya Castle towering amidst lush greenery, or stunning city views. The Onsen Collection rooms feature private hot spring baths; there are six unique art collection rooms, each transformed into its own inner sanctum by a renowned Japanese artist.

The interior balances traditional Japanese craftsmanship with modern design. Stonework textures, polished timber and intricate joinery are combined with open, clean lines to create spaces that are both grounded and spacious. Every element—from wood grain to subtle lighting—reflects careful attention to detail, creating a feel of modern royalty.

Immersive Museum Tour

More than 400 pieces of art by approximately 50 artists are displayed throughout the hotel, many of which are the work of masters of traditional Japanese crafts. Bold paintings, textiles and sculptures have been carefully curated to complement the hotel’s design, inviting guests to wander through the hotel as if they were in a museum.

Pieces referencing the “Rin-Poh-Ki-Ryu” concept are found throughout the hotel. In Japanese, the word is shorthand for the Kirin, Phoenix, Turtle and Dragon gods – all of which are traditionally believed to bring good luck and herald a time of peace. Along the stairs of the main entrance you will find a huge mural depicting these four divine beings painted by famous kimono designer Jotaro Saito.

The décor of the lobby and restaurant is filled with nods to Japanese themes, mythology and the beauty of the seasons – a sleek white dragon painted on plaster canvas, gilded screens depicting pine and bamboo forests, and exquisite wood carvings of auspicious animals. This researched and thoughtfully designed feel continues in every room, especially the suites and art collection rooms.

Dining and Space Nagoya Castle

At Espacio Nagoya Castle, dining is treated with the same respect as the hotel’s art collection. The restaurants on the fourth floor bring together a series of extraordinary gastronomic experiences, each carefully crafted by masters of the craft.

Under the direction of Shuzo Kishida of three-Michelin-starred Quintessence restaurant, Brillance offers a chef-style French menu that highlights East China Sea ingredients with meticulous, almost architectural precision. Elsewhere on the restaurant floor, the focus turns to Japanese cuisine in its many forms. At Jo, Michelin-starred chef Hiroshi Sasaki presents anti-style Japanese cuisine. Owari Inaba’s exquisite service Kappo fine food and exquisite tempura, while Ukai-tei’s Shoryu offers an exquisite teppanyaki experience featuring local produce and premium beef.

Ryujo Nagoya Castle lives up to its name, offering elegant Cantonese dining focused on seasonal seafood and expertly crafted dim sum, while Sushishunbi Nishikawa serves Nagoya-style sushi at a counter facing the historic landmark, with each piece assembled by hand with gentle precision. The approach is consistent across all restaurants: quality ingredients, rigorous craftsmanship, and every meal (like the hotel itself) is designed to feel extraordinary.

Wellness and Spacio Nagoya Castle

In addition to providing a smart stay experience, Espacio Nagoya Castle is also committed to holistic wellness, encouraging guests to view the hotel as a spiritual and physical sanctuary. Through tranquil spa rituals and thoughtful wellness amenities, the hotel invites visitors to slow down and rejuvenate.

The spa’s treatment menu draws on traditional treatments and unique techniques as well as seasonal Japanese herbs to offer restorative treatments designed to relieve tension and rejuvenate the senses. Guests can slide into the sparkling mosaic-tiled pool or stretch out on waterside cabana-style loungers, work out in the spacious, state-of-the-art gym, or relax in the light-filled natural hot spring baths and sauna.

Part gallery, part Michelin-level dining destination, and part health resort, Espacio Nagoya Castle reimagines what a city hotel can be, making this historic castle city an even more compelling place to linger.

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