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Located in the Nishinomaru section of Nagoya Castle where a number of rice storehouses previously stood, the Nishinomaru Okura Johokan is an exhibition and storage facility that recreates the exterior of the No. 3 and 4 kura (蔵 / storehouse). The name 'Jōhōkan' (城宝館, lit. castle treasure hall) reflects the facility's purpose as a space for the display of the treasures of the castle, as well as for the sharing of information (情報 / jōhō) about Nagoya Castle.
Visitors to Nagoya Castle can enjoy discovering more about the castle's history and appeal through the History Information Room, and exhibits of treasures including the wall and screen paintings of the original Hommaru Palace (designated National Important Cultural Assets) in the Exhibition Room.

Exhibition Room

Built for the public display of the Hommaru Palace's Important Cultural Asset-designated wall and screen paintings and other treasures of Nagoya Castle, the Exhibition Room will feature several exhibitions covering diverse themes throughout the year, so that there is always something new to learn about the castle whenever you visit.

History Information Room

Follow the history of Nagoya Castle from its construction through to the present at this hub of Nagoya Castle-related information. With explanations, video presentations and games orientated at younger visitors, both children and adults will have fun as you learn at the best place to start your visit to Nagoya Castle.

Museum Shop

The Museum Shop offers a variety of items, including original items not available anywhere else within the castle grounds. Of particular note are the rice-related products, befitting of the Nishinomaru Okura Johokan's recreated rice storehouse exterior.

Storage Room

Completing the Nishinomaru Okura Johokan is the Storage Room, constructed to provide an optimal environment for the preservation of the priceless collection of Nagoya Castle, including the wall and screen paintings of the Hommaru Palace which have been carefully protected for 400 years (even escaping the wartime firebombing that destroyed the original castle).

When: 9:00 - 16:00 (Nagoya Castle hours: 9:00 - 16:30)
Where: Nagoya Castle (名古屋城), Naka Ward (中区)
Access: A short walk from Shiyakusho (City Hall) Sta. (市役所駅, M07) on the Meijo Subway Line (地下鉄名城線)
Admission: Free with admission to Nagoya Castle - Adults 500 Yen; Residents of Nagoya City aged 65 and over 100 Yen; Junior HS students and younger free.
Website: https://www.nagoyajo.city.nagoya.jp/