Tochigi

Don’t say ‘kekko’ before you’ve seen Nikko (don’t say ‘I’m good’ until you’ve seen Nikko) is Nikko’s slogan for good reasons; one of Japan’s most beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Sites can be found here. The ancient Shinto shrines, mausoleums, and Buddhist temples are incredibly impressive, and the surrounding countryside is wonderful for hiking. This is our travel guide to give you some ideas on what to see in the area.

Furthermore, Togichi prefecture, in which Nikko is situated, boasts good natural hot springs and ski resorts. It is also known for producing good sake, so you can imagine why the area makes for a good trip destination in Japan.

Ashikaga Flower Park | Beautiful seasonal flowers and illumination

The Ashikaga Flower Park has wisteria trees that are 130 years old, and in spring the flowers are at their…

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Nikko Edo Wonderland | Time travel to the Edo period!

In the prefecture of Tochigi, there is a place where time travel becomes possible ... Come and enjoy samurai, oiran,…

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Nikko Toshogu Shrine | Wonderful national treasures and gorgeous sculptures

The Toshogu is Nikko's most famous landmark. The impressive shrine is the mausoleum of the first Tokugawa shogun, and one…

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Nikko Taiyuin Tokugawa Mausoleum | Delicate and beautiful architecture

The grave of the third shogun Tokugawa Iemitsu is located in Nikko. It is a colorful temple with beautiful details…

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Nikko | Wonderful shrines, temples and natural beauty

One of the most popular day trips from Tokyo is Nikko. A 2-hour train ride away, this village is rich…

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Nikko Futarasan Shrine | Gods of good fortune and matchmaking are enshrined

The Futurasan shrine in Nikko is not as famous as its neighbor Toshogu, but it is definitely worth a stop.…

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Twin Ring Motegi | A world-class circuit that everyone can enjoy

In Twin Ring Motegi you can drive karts, have your kids try out various small-sized vehicles, and visit the on-site…

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