Living in Nagoya Station

The largest transportation hub in the Chubu region, where the Shinkansen, JR, private railways and the subway meet in one place. Supertall offices and department stores such as JR Gate Tower and Midland Square are attached, so commercial infrastructure is overwhelming, but its character is, above all, a business and commercial district. As befits downtown Nagoya, rents are higher than the citywide average, and you also have to keep in mind the noise and public-safety issues typical of an entertainment district.

This is the largest transportation hub in the Chubu region, where the Tokaido Shinkansen, JR, Meitetsu, Kintetsu and the subway all gather. High-rise offices and department stores such as JR Gate Tower and Midland Square are concentrated here, so business and shopping infrastructure is overwhelming, and the Shinkansen runs directly to Tokyo and Osaka, reaching anywhere without transfers. However, its office character is strong and rents are high, so demand comes more from people wanting to live near work than from long-term residents. It especially suits office workers and expatriates who travel on business often.