Previously, when traveling from Osaka to Kyoto, my instinct was to take the train or JR. This time, with a 10-year-old child, the subway and train journeys alone were exhausting.
Trying a private car arrangement proved to be very advantageous:
Time-saving: Directly getting from our accommodation to our destination saved a significant amount of time.
Effortless: Luggage was handled, avoiding long walks and waiting times.
Worry-free: The itinerary was pre-arranged, ensuring we arrived on time without worrying about missing our trains; boarding and alighting times were flexible.
Cost-saving: Compared to day tour groups, our private car day trip was cheaper when split among the passengers.
On the day of the trip, Kyoto was hot. We didn't have to endure the heat at the station. When we arrived, we found it too hot outside, so we boarded the car early after visiting the sights. We quickly discussed it with the driver, and they quickly adjusted the itinerary to indoor activities, avoiding a forced outdoor activity in the sun. We finished shopping and returned to the hotel satisfied within the allotted time.
This experience was very satisfying.
Driver Chen was a friendly and polite person, and our conversation in the car was pleasant.
The shop isn't very big, and when we arrived there were already 7-8 foreigners inquiring, so it was a bit crowded. Although we waited a while, the front desk was quite efficient. It was my first time interacting with the pigs in person, and the pigs were all very cute. The staff helped assign pigs, so basically everyone could interact with at least one pig. The staff also asked if we wanted to pay for a Polaroid photo. Since it was a rare opportunity to experience this, we definitely had to take one. You can get an instant discount by sharing the shop on Instagram or writing a review on Google. Additionally, drinks are self-service, so it's recommended to get your drink before sitting down, otherwise the piglets will fall asleep on your lap and won't be able to get up. Finally, I'd like to mention that although the experience was very enjoyable and unique, and the store explained the terms and conditions, saying that the piglets' safety was the top priority, we were a little worried that the store might be deliberately feeding the piglets very small portions to prevent them from urinating or defecating easily. Many of the piglets were very thin, almost skin and bones, and one or two of them even had small scabbed wounds. Also, the store's hours were in short bursts, and we were worried that the piglets didn't get enough rest and food. We hope that the store can truly treat the piglets well, instead of just using them as tools to make money and extract as much profit as possible.
The location is a bit hard to find, but the staff are very friendly. I'll definitely use this place for luggage storage every time I'm in Nagoya. Thumbs up!
The driver was polite, attentive, the car was clean, and he drove steadily.
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Aichi Weather, Climate and Best Time to Visit
Data source:Meteostat Update date:2025-09
Aichi year round climate
Spring (March–May): Average 10.9–19.8°C, mild climate but with relatively high rainfall, especially in April. Common activities: Flower viewing, hiking. Recommended clothing: Light jacket, long-sleeved shirt.
Summer (June–August): Average 24.0–29.4°C, hot and humid with abundant rainfall. Common activities: Swimming, outdoor activities (be sure to protect yourself from the sun and rain). Recommended clothing: Light and breathable clothing, sun hat, rain gear.
Autumn (September–November): Average 19.5–14.3°C, comfortable and pleasant climate with gradually decreasing rainfall. Common activities: Maple viewing, mountain climbing. Recommended clothing: Light jacket, long-sleeved shirt.
Winter (December–February): Average 7.3–6.4°C, cold and dry with less rainfall. Common activities: Hot springs, indoor activities. Recommended clothing: Warm jacket, sweater, scarf.
Aichi climatological average
Annual average temperature: approx. 17°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 1621 mm / Summer humidity: 70%–80% / Rainiest month: June
Aichi monthly average temperature and precipitation
Month
Air temperature (°C)
Precipitation (mm)
January
5.1°C
27
February
6.4°C
72.3
March
10.9°C
131.3
April
16.7°C
148.7
May
19.8°C
181.3
June
24°C
241.7
July
28.6°C
221.7
August
29.4°C
211.7
September
27.2°C
149.3
October
19.5°C
113
November
14.3°C
94.3
December
7.3°C
28.7
Aichi weather for the next seven days
8/4
Tuesday
Patchy rain nearby
29.2°C/24.4°C
8/5
Wednesday
Sunny
34.1°C/23.3°C
8/6
Thursday
Sunny
34.1°C/25.6°C
8/7
Friday
Sunny
33.5°C/25.2°C
8/8
Saturday
Sunny
33.3°C/25.2°C
8/9
Sunday
Partly Cloudy
32.1°C/25.2°C
8/10
Monday
Patchy rain nearby
28.8°C/24.1°C
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