Quick Answer
Nagoya City Hall is located at 〒460-8508 名古屋市中区三の丸3-1-1, near Marunouchi Station (Tsurumai Line). Nagoya has 16 wards, each with its own ward office for resident registration, NHI, and tax. The Nagoya International Center (NIC) at Nagono 1-47-1 provides free multilingual consultation. Nagoya and surrounding Aichi Prefecture have one of Japan's largest foreign populations, particularly Brazilian and Vietnamese communities.
Key Offices
| Office | Address | Phone | Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nagoya City Hall (名古屋市役所) | Sannomaru 3-1-1, Naka-ku | 052-961-1111 | Central admin (not for resident registration) |
| Nagoya International Center (NIC) | Nagono 1-47-1, Nakamura-ku | 052-581-0100 | Multilingual consultation, daily life support |
| Nagoya Immigration Bureau | Shoho-cho 3-5-16, Minato-ku | 052-559-2150 | Visa renewals, COE, status changes |
Ward Office System
Nagoya has 16 wards. Visit your local ward office for address registration, NHI enrollment, tax certificates, and child services. Popular wards for foreign residents include Naka-ku (central), Minato-ku, Nakamura-ku (near Nagoya Station), and Midori-ku (large foreign community).
Nagoya International Center (NIC)
NIC provides free consultation in English, Portuguese, Spanish, Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, Tagalog, and Nepali. Services include administrative help, housing, employment, medical referrals, legal consultation, and tax guidance. Located near Kokusai Center Station (Sakura-dori Line), it also houses a library with foreign-language materials.
FAQ
Q: Which ward office do I go to in Nagoya?
A: Go to the ward office for the ward where you live. Your address determines your assigned ward office. Each of the 16 wards has its own office.
Q: Is there Portuguese support in Nagoya?
A: Yes. NIC provides Portuguese consultation. Given the large Brazilian community in Aichi Prefecture (centered around Toyota City and Nagoya), many services are available in Portuguese.
Disclaimer
Office hours and services may change. Contact your local ward office or NIC for current information.
Last updated: April 2026.