Chubu — Expressways & Toll Roads
Central Japan's expressway hub connecting Nagoya to the Japan Alps and Sea of Japan
About Chubu Expressways
Central Japan's expressway hub connecting Nagoya to the Japan Alps and Sea of Japan
The Chubu region, located in central Honshu, is dominated by Nagoya - Japan's third-largest metropolitan area and a major manufacturing hub. The region includes the Japanese Alps, historic Takayama, the sacred Ise Shrine, and serves as a crucial transportation corridor connecting Tokyo and Osaka.
26
Expressways
9
Prefectures
66,777
km² Area
21M
Population
Major Chubu Expressways
Tomei Expressway (東名高速)
The original Tokyo-Nagoya expressway, connecting the two major metropolitan areas via Shizuoka.
Shin-Tomei Expressway (新東名高速)
The newer, faster parallel route to Tomei with 120 km/h speed limits on some sections.
Meishin Expressway (名神高速)
Historic expressway connecting Nagoya to Osaka/Kobe - Japan's first intercity expressway (1963).
Nagoya Expressway (名古屋高速)
Urban expressway network with 16 routes serving the Nagoya metropolitan area.
🏛️ Consulates in Chubu Region
Nagoya hosts several foreign consulates serving the Chubu region. Below are the nearest expressway interchanges.
🇺🇸 U.S. Consulate Nagoya
Sakae 2-chome, Naka-ku, Nagoya
📍 Nearest Toll Exits:
- • Nagoya Expressway: Nishiki-bashi Exit (5 min)
- • Nagoya Expressway: Higashishinhori Exit (10 min)
🏛️ Other Consulates (Nagoya)
Korean, Chinese, Brazilian, and other consulates in central Nagoya
📍 Nearest Toll Exits:
- • Nagoya Expressway: Marunouchi Exit (central area)
- • Meishin Expressway: Nagoya IC (20 min to center)
Note: The Chubu region does not have permanent U.S. military bases. However, the region serves as a transit corridor for personnel traveling between Kanto and Kansai/Kyushu bases.
All Chubu Toll Roads
Key Routes & Highlights
- ✓Nagoya Urban Expressway
- ✓Ise Shrine Access
- ✓Japan Alps Routes
- ✓Toyota City Area
- ✓Access to Takayama and historic Shirakawa-go (UNESCO World Heritage)
- ✓Scenic Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route connections
Major Cities Connected
Chubu Driving Tips
🚗 Shin-Tomei vs Tomei
Shin-Tomei is faster (120 km/h limit) but Tomei has more service areas and exits.
⛩️ Ise Shrine
Use Ise Expressway for direct access. Very crowded during New Year and Golden Week.
🏔️ Alpine Routes
Mountain expressways may close in winter. Check conditions before traveling to Takayama.
📱 ETC Benefits
Significant night discounts available on most Chubu expressways.
Roadway Alerts & Notices
ChubuTraffic Conditions on Expressways During Silver Week (Hokuriku Region Report)
Traffic conditions during Silver Week from September 19 to September 23, 2026, are reported for the Hokuriku region.
View sourceE41 Tokai Hokuriku Road Night Closure at Seki IC, Shiratori IC, and Minami IC
Night closures will occur at Seki IC, Shiratori IC, and Minami IC on the Tokai Hokuriku Road.
View sourceJapan Air Self-Defense Force Komatsu Base Air Festival Closure of E8 Hokuriku Road
E8 Hokuriku Road will be closed at An-taku PA and An-taku Smart IC during the air festival on September 27, 2026.
View sourceC3 Tokai Circular Road Night Closure from Toki JCT to Yoro IC
Night closures will be implemented on the Tokai Circular Road from October 26 to November 20, 2026.
View sourceE52 Chubu Odan Road Night Closure from Rokugō IC to Futaba JCT
Night closures will be implemented on the Chubu Odan Road between Rokugō IC and Futaba JCT.
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