2025 Nikko Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in July)

Escape the Tokyo crowds and soak in the leisurely hot springs of Kinugawa Onsen! Tired of Tokyo's hustle? Just hop on a train, and in a little over an hour, you'll arrive at Kinugawa Onsen, a hot spring resort in Tochigi Prefecture. Not only is it one of Japan's famous hot spring towns, but its dense forests also make it a perfect summer retreat. Pair it with a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage site Nikko for an easy day trip! 🌿 Why Choose Nikko? Super Close! Fastest route from Tokyo takes just 1 hour 50 minutes (take the Tobu Limited Express from Asakusa Station). Super Cool! While the city swelters, here it’s a breezy 22°C—perfect for a light jacket. Super Fun! Shrines, temples, forest waterfalls, volcanic lakes, hot spring rafting... pack in all the fun! 🚎 2025 Transportation Guide! Money-Saving Tips ✅ Best Choice: Tobu Line! Asakusa Station → Tobu-Nikko Station, direct ride on the Limited Express SPACIA X (~1h50min). Opt for the "Cabin Suite" to stretch out (great for groups)! ✅ Must-Buy Passes! Nikko World Heritage Pass (~¥3,000): Includes round-trip from Tokyo + heritage area buses—perfect for day trips! Nikko Wide Pass (~¥8,000): 4-day unlimited rides on Oku-Nikko buses + boat tours, ideal for deep exploration! ❌ JR Pass Users: Tokyo → Utsunomiya (Shinkansen) → transfer to JR Nikko Line (free but time-consuming). ✨ Pro Tip: Book limited express tickets 2 weeks in advance during peak season—sellouts happen! 🏯 What to Do? Follow This Itinerary! 【Culture Lovers】World Heritage Area (walkable) -Toshogu Shrine: Japan’s most lavish shrine! Burial site of Tokugawa Ieyasu, featuring the "Three Wise Monkeys," the "Sleeping Cat" (national treasure), and the dazzling Yomeimon Gate. 🎫 ¥1,600 -Futarasan Shrine: Famous for love fortunes! The scarlet Shinkyo Bridge (¥300 to cross) offers stunning photos against lush greenery. -Rinnoji Temple: Serene and meditative, the mausoleum of Tokugawa Iemitsu. A combo ticket saves money! 【Summer Escape】Oku-Nikko Hidden Gems (take a bus uphill) -Kegon Falls: One of Japan’s top three waterfalls! 97-meter drop 💦—ride the elevator (¥570) to the observation deck for a misty thrill! -Lake Chuzenji: A volcanic lake so beautiful it looks photoshopped! Try SUP (~¥3,000/2h) and paddle surrounded by mountains and forests. -Senjogahara Marshland: Hiking paradise! Walk the boardwalks through pristine wetlands—deer 🦌 might greet you! 【Hot Spring Connoisseurs】Kinugawa Gorge -Kinugawa Suspension Bridge: Free! A 10-minute walk to the viewpoint—green rapids below (not for the faint-hearted 😱). -Rafting: A must-try in summer! Thrilling kayak rides (book ahead)! -Secret Hot Springs: Hoshino Resorts KAI Kinugawa (highly recommended!): Cliffside hot spring ♨️ with private baths where deer might visit! Forest yoga at dawn, DIY washi fans, nighttime Mashiko pottery shows—perfection! 📝 Itinerary Templates One-Day Blitz (for the ambitious) Asakusa → Tobu-Nikko Station → Kegon Falls → Lake Chuzenji cruise → Toshogu Shrine → Rinnoji Temple → return ⚠️ During autumn foliage, buses get packed—reverse the order (visit Toshogu first)! Two-Day Relaxation (the best!) Day 1: Explore Oku-Nikko! Kegon Falls → Lake Chuzenji SUP → Senjogahara hike, overnight at Yumoto Onsen ♨️ Day 2: Toshogu Shrine → Futarasan Shrine → Kinugawa rafting + suspension bridge, unwind at KAI Kinugawa! 💡 Local Secrets Summer Exclusive: KAI Kinugawa’s Wind Chime Festival 🎐 + indigo dyeing—insta-worthy! Nighttime Magic: Kinugawa hosts weekly Saturday fireworks over the gorge (Aug 9–Oct 11, 2025)—romantic views from the hot springs! Money-Saver: Combo ticket for Toshogu + Rinnoji + Taiyuin costs ¥1,000 (saves ¥600)! ❗ Final Truth Nikko is an underrated gem! While Hakone crowds jostle for bath space, I’m soaking under starry skies 🌌, savoring soy sauce pudding in 22°C mountain breezes... Who else gets this joy? Tag your heat-hating pals and escape to Nikko this summer! 👇 Transport: Book on Tobu’s website | Pass guides Stay: Hoshino Resorts KAI Kinugawa (book 3 months ahead!) 💬 Poll: "Would you choose a one-day blitz or a two-day hot spring retreat?" Comment below! 👇 #Kinugawa #DayTripFromTokyo #SummerEscape #CtripCustomTravel #CtripTravelDesigner

#JanuaryGoodSpot2025 Futarasan Shrine is well known for bringing luck and making friends. Cross the Shinto Bridge at the entrance to reach the shrine in Nikko. Entry to the Futarasan Shrine is free, but only certain places require a fee. There is a Erhuangling Spring inside, which is said to be able to ensure safety. The sunlight shining down makes the shrine very lively, giving people a very warm and comfortable feeling. After visiting Futarasan Shrine, remember to visit Nikko Rinnoji Temple and Toshogu Shrine. The three are not far from each other, so it is up to you to choose which shrine to visit. It is very suitable to visit all of them in one day. ⌛️Business hours: Last entry is half an hour before closing [April-October] 08:00-17:00 [November-March] 09:00-16:00 📍Address: Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture 🚗 Transportation: Take JR to "Nikko Station" or take Tobu Nikko Line to "Tobu Nikko Station" #日本景点 #二荒山神社 #小惈出走记

Toshogu Shrine is dedicated to Tokugawa Ieyasu. At the entrance of Toshogu Shrine, there is a five-story pagoda, and it is said that the central pillar inside is suspended, allowing the pagoda to withstand earthquakes. The 'Yomeimon' gate of Toshogu Shrine is known as the most beautiful gate in Japan. Inside, you can appreciate the beauty of the architecture and the craftsmanship of the artisans. The outer walls, painted entirely white with gofun oil, combined with intricate carvings, contain many details, making it the most magnificent shrine I have ever seen. After visiting Toshogu Shrine, you can also visit Rinnoji Temple and Futarasan Shrine. The three are not far from each other, making it perfect to spend a day visiting all of them. ⌛️ Opening Hours: Last entry is half an hour before closing [April-October] 09:00-17:00 [November-March] 09:00-16:00 🎫 Admission: ¥1600 for adults 📍 Address: Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture 🚗 Transportation: Take the JR to 'Nikko Station' or the Tobu Nikko Line to 'Tobu Nikko Station'

Experience a moment of tranquility. Nikko Rinnoji is not just a single temple, but a collection of fifteen different temples and halls. You can also visit Nikko Toshogu Shrine and Nikko Futarasan Shrine in succession, or take a stroll in the nearby Shoyoen Garden. It's perfect for spending a whole day exploring all these sites. ⌛️ Opening Hours: Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time [April-October] 08:00-17:00 [November-March] 08:00-16:00 🎫 Admission: Adults ¥400 📍 Address: Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture 🚗 Transportation: Take the JR to 'Nikko Station' or the Tobu Nikko Line to 'Tobu Nikko Station'

When I first heard Chau Kwok Yin's song 'Kinugawa', I learned that it is a place in Japan. Taking advantage of a solo trip, I decided to include it in my itinerary. Kinugawa was once a famous hot spring town, but during the economic bubble of the 1990s, the number of visitors to the hot springs sharply decreased, leading to the closure of many hot spring hotels and the abandonment of buildings. Arriving in Kinugawa at night, I could feel its desolation. The streets were empty, the streetlights were dim, and the restaurants had closed early. Only the convenience store near the hot spring hotels was open. If you plan to stay overnight next time, I would recommend choosing a hotel that includes dinner, so you don't have to worry about where to eat. The next morning presented a different scene, with beautiful and bright scenery. Although there were few tourists and many hot spring hotels had fallen into disrepair, the whole place gave me a very special feeling, with a mysterious and decadent beauty. Not far away, you can take a cable car to the observation deck for a panoramic view of Kinugawa. 📍Address: Ohara, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture 🚗 Transportation: Take the Tobu Nikko Line to 'Kinugawa Onsen Station'

Tobu Railway's Limited Express Spacia It runs from Asakusa to Nikko and Kinugawa Onsen, but the new "Spacia X" was introduced in July 2023 Unlike previous Spacias, it has suite rooms and a lounge... It has become a more upgraded tourist express train. This time, I finally got a cockpit suite It was difficult to get one because there is only one room per train... I waited for more than a year and finally got to ride! But it was worth it💕 First of all, I had half the space of one car all to myself! However, it can be used by up to seven people, so the price per person is cheaper for larger groups. And suite and private room users do not need to make a reservation to purchase tickets at the lounge. In fact, other seat classes require advance reservations after boarding on the day. The lounge has drinks and snacks... There are no bento boxes, so if you want to eat on the train, you will need to bring your own. And as a service only available in the suite room, they will take a commemorative photo with a suite room boarding commemorative plate and give you a number of commemorative items! We arrived at the last station in no time and had a very enjoyable time. I want you to try the suite room at least once 😉 ▪Tobu Railway・Spacia X Fare + Standard Seat Express Fee + Special Seat Fee Fare and Standard Seat Express Fee vary depending on the boarding section Special seat fee is a flat rate ・Cockpit Suite (max 7 people) 18,000 yen ・Compartment (max 4 people) 8,000 yen ・Box seat (max 2 people) 400 yen ・Cockpit Lounge (max 4 people) 500 yen #wintertrip #express #spaciax #nikko #train #traintrip #touristtrain #trip #kinugawaonsen

Okukinu Onsen Kaniyu is one of the most impressive hot springs on this trip to Japan. The entire inn has five hot spring sources, mainly milky blue sulfur springs, as well as bicarbonate springs, all 100% natural. The large outdoor bath is adjusted with water, while the small pools require you to turn on the tap to add cold water. Since you can only enter by the inn's car, there are very few guests, making it a true secret hot spring. I hardly met any other guests while soaking in the hot spring, enjoying the large outdoor hot spring all to myself. It's much more reliable than some popular secret hot springs with buses bringing people to the entrance. There is a female-only outdoor bath, which is a blessing for female guests. This should be the best hot spring in the inn. There are two types of spring water, one is milky blue sulfur spring, and the other is light white, which should be from different spring sources. The most famous mixed bath has different entrances for men and women, with a stone in the middle as a boundary. Once you enter the milky white water, you can hardly see anything, making it easy for mixed bathing. The entire hot spring has a transparent spring without sulfur, which is the only one among the five spring sources in the inn without sulfur. The spring water is smooth and easy to soak in. Separate spring pools for the five spring sources. No cold water added for temperature adjustment!! Remember to turn on the tap to add cold water, or you'll get burned. There is a drinking spring where you can taste the sulfur spring water. It's said to be good for your health, but I really can't drink much. There is also an indoor bath where you can wash your hair. 14 is a family bath, and you can get the key from the front desk. Remember!! Turn on the cold water tap to adjust the temperature, or you'll get burned.

Introducing the inn "Hana to Hana" located in the silver world of "Yunishigawa Onsen" in the depths of Nikko. There are two very nice open-air baths♨️Both are next to a mountain stream and the temperature is just right, so you can bathe forever. I want to live there·͜·✌︎´- The third hot spring is a rock bath at the end of a tunnel♨️The soft hot spring made my skin smooth✨The view is also great!! Unfortunately, I couldn't use the private open-air bath, but it's a hot spring called Takimi no Yu, so you can see the waterfall💡⠜ This time, I chose the Kariba-yaki plan with one night and two meals😋I wanted to eat Kariba-yaki around the hearth, so I chose this plan🍚🍴⑅*॰ॱIt was a great choice🙆💯The salt-grilled trout, the tochi mochi, the ball konnyaku, and the chicken Kariba-yaki were really delicious, and all the dishes were delicious( ¨̮ )💕 For a limited time, snow igloos appear in the garden⛄️Reservations are required, but you can enjoy meals and sweets in the snow igloos🥂⋆͛It was a really nice innᴸᵒᵛᵉ·͜·♡You can also walk to the winter-only snow igloo festival🍀*゜It's a quiet hot spring resort, so if you want to relax and unwind, be sure to come🤍 Honest reviewCost-performance: ★★★★★Photogenic: ★★★★★Overall rating: ★★★★★Comments T: It's just the best!! The open-air bath along the river is the best!! The private open-air bath is a waterfall viewing bath ·͜·✌︎´- For dinner, I chose the semi-private hunting ground plan. I thought it might not be enough, but it wasn't at all and I was full 😋 ✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼ ➸ Recommended spot information 📍 Yunishigawa Onsen Colorful Yukashiki Hana to Hana✤Address: 601 Yunishigawa, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture✤Check-out: 10:00✤Cost: 10,000 yen per person, 1 night, 2 meals included✤Recommendation: We recommend the Kariba Yaki plan✨⚠Caution: This area is heavy snowfall in winter, so be careful when driving. If you are coming by train, there is a free bus from the inn, so we recommend making a reservation. ✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼ #HotSpring2024 #HotSpringTrip #HotSpringInn #OpenAirBath #HotSpringTour #TochigiTrip

#Get a discount without relying on luck Nikkozan Rinno-ji Temple is located in Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture. It is one of the most important historical and Buddhist temples in Japan. The temple was founded by Shodo Shonin during the Nara period and is a place that perfectly combines the beauty of nature and traditional architecture. Highlights of Nikko Rinno-ji Temple Sanbutsudo Hall The main hall of the temple, which contains three large Buddha statues that symbolize Buddhism and Japanese deities. The Sanbutsudo Hall has been beautifully restored and is highly revered. Shoyoen Garden A Japanese garden with a small pond, intricately arranged trees and flowers, is especially beautiful in the fall when the maple leaves around the garden turn bright red, making the garden especially beautiful and popular for taking pictures. Woodcarvings and traditional architecture The buildings inside the temple are full of delicate woodcarvings, with both natural and deity motifs that reflect the craftsmanship of the Edo period. Since the temple is located in the middle of lush nature, tourists can walk along the path around the temple, which is full of large trees and beautiful scenery. Perfect for relaxing and experiencing peace. For traveling to Nikko-san Temple, it is easily accessible from Tokyo by taking the Shinkansen to Nikko and then taking a bus or taxi in just a few minutes. This temple is a great place for those who love history and the beauty of nature.

#100 Ways to Travel Senjogahara is the largest high-altitude wetland in Honshu, with an altitude of about 1,400 meters. In autumn, the view has a sense of loneliness and beauty, and you can also see Mt. Nantai from afar. This section of the road is a walking itinerary. If you have time, you must experience it. It will take about 2 hours. Along the way, there are flowing water, red leaves, and dead trees. It feels like the whole journey is over in no time. Lake Chuzenji Unfortunately, there was heavy fog when we arrived, and we couldn't see the whole picture of the lake. But the sun that only showed a little bit still made the lake feel hazy. It is also recommended that if you have a trip to Sunshine, you can check the weather in advance to prepare! Nikko Toshogu Shrine, a World Heritage Site As a world heritage site, it has an indescribable solemnity and ancient atmosphere. It is said that this is also the most gorgeous shrine! Towering trees along the Omotesando Road to Toshogu Shrine Surprisingly, I also saw wild deer here. There are three monkeys in the shrine that do not see, hear, or speak. The Shinkyo Bridge at the entrance to the mountain is a wooden vermilion lacquered bridge. It also has a very old feel. If you want to take pictures on the bridge, you can pay to experience it. #100 Ways to Travel #DopamineTravel #Battlefield #Nikko Toshogu Shrine #Lake Chuzenji

Visit Nikko, a World Heritage City A city with both beauty and civilization 🚞🚌 On this trip, we traveled by train from Ueno Station and got off at Tobu Nikko Station. Then we walked around Nikko. This time, we went to the World Heritage side. 📍 Shinkyo Bridge is a sacred bridge in the Futarasan Shrine area. 📍 Futarasan Jinja Shrine is an ancient shrine over 1,000 years old. 📍 Nikko Toshogu Shrine is a highlight of Nikko. It was registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1999. 📍 Taiyuin Temple is located to the west of Nikko Toshogu Shrine. 📍 Rinnōji Temple is the most important temple in Nikko.

#train The newest express train of 2023 is none other than the #Spacia X launched by #Tobu Railway Company, which departs from #Asakusa and reaches #Nikko and #Kinugawa Onsen. The design of Spacia X incorporates elements of the traditional Edo period and Nikko local culture, as well as various types of carriages with a strong sense of design. The simple white body of the exterior is combined with traditional craft elements. The luxurious carriage is like a hotel space and has six different types of seats. Each car has a different flavor. Each train consists of six carriages, which provide standard seats, luxury seats, semi-private seats, private rooms, cabin suites and lounges. Of course, the ticket costs are more complicated. The seat fee of Spacia X is composed of basic fare + express fee + special seat fee. The most popular seats are the lounge in car 1 and the suite in car 6. What is more special is that the seats in the Cockpit Lounge in the lounge of car 1 are exclusively guaranteed to have priority use of the on-board cafe. For other cars 2 to 6, you can only register online using your mobile phone 30 minutes after departure. Each seat will have 10 minutes of use time, but because the journey is about 2 hours, not many people can buy coffee and snacks. It is actually quite tense to take this sightseeing train, and it seems that you have to grab it. The actual riding experience is very good. Even if you take a standard seat, you can feel the spirit of the new express train incorporating traditional Japanese craftsmanship.

#Popular Attractions Nikkō Tōshō-gū is one of the most famous shrines in Japan. It is located in Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture and has rich historical and cultural significance. The architectural style of Nikkō Tōshō-gū is a blend of Japanese tradition and Chinese style, with bright colors and gorgeous decorations. In particular, the use of gold foil and exquisite carvings leaves a deep impression. There are famous "three monkeys" carvings in the shrine, symbolizing the wisdom of "not seeing, not hearing, and not speaking". These three monkeys have their own characteristics and have become one of the symbols of Nikkō Tōshō-gū. Yomei Gate is the main entrance of Nikkō Tōshō-gū and is famous for its exquisite wood carvings and golden decorations. This gate is known as one of the "three gates" in Japan and showcases the superb skills of craftsmen. Nikkō Tōshō-gū is surrounded by magnificent natural landscapes with distinct seasons, especially the red leaves in autumn and the snow in winter, which attracts countless tourists to come for pilgrimage and take pictures. Nikko Toshogu Shrine was built to commemorate Tokugawa Ieyasu, an important figure in Japanese history who had a significant influence on Japan's rule. The shrine contains many artifacts and historical sites related to the Tokugawa family. Nikko Toshogu Shrine is not only a symbol of religious belief, but also a treasure of Japanese culture and art, which is worth every tourist's careful appreciation. #100 Ways to Travel

[Kisugehira Park] in Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture A spectacular spot at the top of a long, long staircase of 1,445 steps 1,445 steps. I wonder how many there are... I tried climbing out of curiosity, but my legs got tired all at once halfway through😂 As I climbed the stairs, there were rest spots and spectacular spots along the way. I recommend going slowly☺️ At the top of the 1,445 steps, there was a spectacular view🗻 The weather was good that day, and I could see far into the distance☀️ There is no entrance fee, so you can climb for free🚶♀️ You can buy drinks from vending machines at the foot of the mountain, but it is recommended that you bring your own🥤 #0yentravelautumn #Kisugehirapark #Nikko 📍Address: 1531 Tono, Nikko, Tochigi 321-1421 💰Price per person: Free

#雪scape #Tokyo suburbs Shimo-Imaichi Station is located in Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan. It is the intersection station of Tobu Railway's Nikko Line and Kinugawa Line. This station is not only an important local transportation hub, but also attracts many tourists because of its unique architectural style and historical background. Shimo-Imaichi Station is the only place to go to famous attractions such as Nikko and Kinugawa Onsen, providing tourists with convenient transportation services. The architectural style of Shimoimaichi Station combines traditional and modern elements. The station building uses wood as the main material, and the exterior design is simple and elegant, full of Japanese style. The interior design of the station focuses on practicality and comfort. The spacious and bright waiting hall and convenient facilities provide passengers with a good riding experience. In addition, there are green belts and rest areas around the station, providing passengers with space to relax. Shimo-Imaichi Station has a unique charm in winter. When snow covers the surrounding area of ​​the station, the entire station seems to turn into a beautiful winter picture. The scenery around the station looks particularly charming against the snowy scenery, attracting many photography enthusiasts to take pictures. In addition, Shimo-Imaichi Station in winter is also an ideal starting point for visiting Nikko and Kinugawa Onsen, where visitors can enjoy the warmth of the hot springs and the beautiful scenery in winter. A major feature of Shimo-Imaichi Station is the Taiju, a retro steam train that runs between Shimo-Imaichi and Kinugawa Onsen. The Big Tree attracts many tourists with its nostalgic appearance and unique riding experience. Taking the Dashu, tourists can enjoy the natural scenery along the way and feel the charm of the steam train. This train is not only a means of transportation, but also a journey through time, which is endlessly memorable. 📍Address: 1143 Imaichi, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture

The date of the Yunishigawa Onsen Kamakura Festival in 2025 has yet to be decided It is held every year from late January to late February. It is one of the three major night lights in the Kanto region The snow-made kamakura with candles is fantastic and beautiful! Go and see it❄️ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~❄️~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Yunishigawa Onsen Kamakura Festival 📆2024/1/26-2/25 Venue①: 📍Sawaguchi Riverside Mini Kamakura 📍Yunishigawa, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture 💰Free 🚃🚌From Yunishigawa Onsen Station on the Yawa Railway Aizu-Kinugawa Line Nikko Kotsu Dial Bus "To Yunishigawa Onsen" Get off after about 25 minutes and walk for about 10 minutes 🚗From Imaichi IC on the Nikko Utsunomiya Road, take National Route 121 and Prefectural Route 249 for about 70 minutes *Please check carefully as there are few parking spaces 🚶Sawaguchi Riverbed Mini Kamakura ←→ Heike no Sato, 7 minutes walk Venue 2: 📍Heike no Sato 📍1042 Yunishigawa, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture 💰Adults 510 yen, elementary and junior high school students 250 yen (re-entry possible on the day) 🚃🚌Yagan Railway Association Take the Nikko Kotsu Dial Bus bound for Yunishigawa Onsen from Yunishigawa Onsen Station on the Tsukinugawa Line and get off after about 25 minutes. 🚗Approximately 70 minutes from Imaichi IC on the Nikko Utsunomiya Expressway via National Route 121 and Prefectural Route 249. *Please check carefully as there are few parking lots. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~❄️~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ *This information is current, so please check it out before you go! Photo date: 2024/2 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~❄️~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Right now! This moment! Enjoy the Maya trip to the fullest ✔︎A place I'm glad I went and experienced ✔︎I hope it will be helpful for you to save and go out♫ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~❄️~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ #Snowscape2024 #Amazingviewsyouwanttovisitatleasttimeinyourlife #Winterevents #Tochigitourism #Snow #Photogenicspots #YunishigawaOnsen

#Snow Scene 💞Recommended reasons: In the winter months of January and February, Nikko City is covered with a white coat of ice and snow. The scenery of Nikko City in this season is even more dreamy, especially the blue ice landscape of Kegon Falls. The water in the waterfall freezes into crystal clear blue icicles, like a natural art painting, which is quite eye-catching. 🤩 In Nikko City, in addition to being able to experience the tranquility of ice and snow, you are also surrounded by snow-covered forests. Walking closer to the waterfall under the blue ice, feeling the charm of ice and snow, I was completely immersed in the snowy scene. ❄️ #100TravelWays #CheckIn #NikkoAttractions #TokyoAttractions #Waterfall

Nikko is located in the Kanto region, 👀 a city in the northern part of Tochigi Prefecture, about 2 hours' drive from Tokyo. 🤔 Many domestic friends may be unfamiliar with the name Nikko, but it is a popular place for viewing maple leaves among Tokyo locals, and it is no less popular than Kyoto~ At the same time, ✅ the hot springs here are as famous as Hakone and Atami, and it's so cool to take a bath while watching the red leaves~ - You can go to Irohazaka and Kanto's top red leaf spot "Lake Chuzenji" to see the maple leaves in Nikko, 💥 as well as the "Ryuzu Falls" where the red leaves and waterfalls are in the same frame. Among them, Irohazaka, I have to say more❗️ It is one of the representative beautiful sceneries of Nikko and a slope road leading to Lake Chuzenji. Because there are 48 bends, the red leaf scenery here is more dangerous and beautiful! By the way~ 🙈 This is also one of the classic locations of the famous anime "Initial D". - Hot springs! In addition to Kinugawa Onsen! Nikko Yumoto Onsen is also worth choosing! This hot spring town is located in the deep mountains near Lake Yuno (Lake Yunoko). If you have time and are interested, you can walk to the nearby Yunohei Marsh, which is the source of the hot springs. There you can see a group of low wooden houses with equipment such as water pumps for extracting hot spring water.

If you've ever wanted to find a place near Tokyo where you can experience a 'bird's-eye view,' then the Akechidaira Ropeway is your perfect choice! Not only can you enjoy the thrill of the ropeway, but you can also indulge in a visual feast from high above, as if you're dining on the scenery in the sky! When you step onto the Akechidaira Ropeway, get ready for a roughly 3-minute aerial journey. Make sure to have your camera ready because you'll be treated to breathtaking views! As the ropeway ascends, the scenery outside the window becomes increasingly spectacular with the rising altitude. As the ropeway climbs, the panoramic view of Nikko City gradually unfolds. The distant mountains look like a watercolor painting, vibrant and colorful, showcasing the wonders of nature. The Akechidaira Ropeway is suitable for all seasons. When I visited, it was winter, and the snowy mountains were right before my eyes. However, if you want to experience the most stunning scenery, autumn is definitely the best season. During this time, the leaves turn red, orange, and gold, making the entire valley appear as if it's on fire. You can enjoy the beautiful scenery while imagining yourself as an autumn fairy dancing among the trees with the wind. Spring's cherry blossoms, summer's lush greenery, and winter's snowy landscapes all offer different charms on the Akechidaira Ropeway. No matter which season you choose, remember to bring your camera because every moment here is worth capturing! 💰 Average Cost: Round trip for adults 1000 yen 🗓️ Itinerary: You can plan to visit in the morning, take the ropeway, and then explore Lake Chuzenji and Kegon Falls.

As one of Japan's most important shrines, Nikko Toshogu, located in Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture, is dedicated to Tokugawa Ieyasu, the founder and first shogun of the Edo period. Walking into this shrine, I could feel its profound history and culture. Built in 1617 and completed in 1636, the shrine is renowned for its splendid architecture, intricate carvings, and rich decorative arts. Its design incorporates elements of both Shinto and Buddhism, showcasing the pinnacle of Japanese architecture of the time. At Toshogu, I was particularly captivated by the following features: - Yomeimon Gate: Known for its exquisite carvings and golden decorations, this gate is a significant entrance to the shrine and never fails to amaze me each time I see it. - Elaborate Carvings: The shrine's interior carvings, including the famous 'Sleeping Cat' (Neko) and 'Monkey' (Sarutahiko), embody the essence of traditional Japanese art, deeply immersing me in the cultural heritage. - Five-Story Pagoda: This pagoda is part of Nikko Toshogu and showcases exquisite architectural skills, with each level reminding me of the craftsmanship spirit of that era. Nikko Toshogu was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1999, attracting numerous visitors. I also found a moment of peace here, experiencing the unique culture and history, as if traveling back to that glorious era.

Kegon Falls, located in Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture, is one of Japan's three famous waterfalls, alongside Fukuroda Falls in Ibaraki Prefecture and Nachi Falls in Wakayama Prefecture. The water source of Kegon Falls comes from Lake Chuzenji, where the lake water cascades down a 97-meter-high cliff, creating a spectacular waterfall scene. The waterfall is surrounded by dense forests, offering different sceneries in each season: lush greenery in spring, cool and refreshing in summer, vibrant autumn leaves in fall, and hanging icicles in winter, making it a breathtaking sight. Visitors can take an elevator to the viewing platform at the base of the waterfall to experience the majestic force and splashing water up close. Kegon Falls was designated as a National Scenic Spot in Japan in 1931 and was selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Geological Sites in 2007. It is a must-visit attraction in the Nikko area. Kegon Falls offers different beautiful sceneries throughout the year, but the best time to visit is in autumn (October to November) when the mountains are covered with vibrant autumn leaves, making the scenery particularly magnificent. Winter at Kegon Falls has its unique charm, with the surrounding water forming spectacular icicles, creating a beautiful blue ice scene. These icicles sparkle in the sunlight, resembling crystal-clear crystals. The winter scenery of Kegon Falls not only showcases the wonders of nature but also gives a sense of tranquility and grandeur. Visitors can admire these icicles from the viewing platform and experience the unique cold and beauty of winter. 📍Address: 2479-2 Chugushi, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture 🏖️Environment/Facilities: Free viewing at the top, paid viewing platform at the bottom for a more impressive experience 🕰️Opening Hours: March to April, November: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM May to September: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM October: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM December to February: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM 💰Average Cost: Adults: 570 yen Children: 340 yen 💞Recommended Reason: Viewing platform at the base of the waterfall for a close-up experience 🗓️Itinerary: Visit Nikko Toshogu Shrine in the morning, then head to Kegon Falls, followed by Lake Chuzenji and Ryuzu Falls in the afternoon, and finally relax at Oku-Nikko Yumoto Onsen.

~Kanagawa, Fukushima, Tochigi, Saitama~5 spots that look just like Demon Slayer! ~Kanagawa, Fukushima, Tochigi, Saitama~Introducing spots that look just like Tanjiro's house, Demon Slayer Entertainment District Arc, and Demon Slayer Mugen Castle⚔️ ━━━━━ ━━━━━ ━━━━━ ~Minamiaizu District, Fukushima Prefecture~　▶️Ouchijuku Looks like Tanjiro's hometown! Shirakawa-go in Tohoku! Ouchijuku looks like Tanjiro's hometown💡A post town that remains as it was 400 years ago. 💡Inside the exhibition hall, it's the world of Tanjiro's house! The hearth was even more like Tanjiro's house🏠💡There are also dumplings, stewed konnyaku skewers, and soba restaurants, so you can eat your way around◎This is a recommended Fukushima sightseeing spot that history lovers can also enjoy! 📍Spot name: Ouchijuku Address: Ouchi, Shimogo-machi, Minamiaizu-gun, Fukushima, 969-5207 Opening hours: 10:00-16:00 Cost: Parking fee - 500 yen for regular cars Recommendation: Stroll through the thatched roof streets ⚠ Important note: We recommend using taxis, cars, and tourist buses ━━━━━ ━━━━━ ━━━━━ ~Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture~ ▶️Nikko Edo Village The all-too-realistic Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Entertainment District Arc! 💡The entertainment district area at Nikko Edo Village is all too real! 💡There are almost no modern items, and even the staff speak old-fashioned language! 💡Costume rentals available! This is a recommended spot that even history buffs can enjoy, even if they are not Demon Slayer fans♡ 📍Spot name: EDO WONDERLAND Nikko Edomura Address: 470-2 Erakura, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture, 321-2524 Business hours: 9:00-17:00 Cost: (1 day) Adults 5,800 yen Children 3,000 yen (Afternoon discount) After 14:00 (After 13:00 in winter) Adults 5,000 yen Children 2600 yen Recommendation: You can time travel even if you are not a Demon Slayer fan! ━━━━━ ━━━━━ ━━━━━ ~Aizu City, Fukushima Prefecture~ ▶️Okawaso A ryokan that is said to be the model for Demon Slayer Mugen Castle! 💡The entrance is so Mugen Train-like that you will be greeted by a sanshin on a floating platform when you check in. 💡The inside of the ryokan is an art space! Enjoyable for architecture and art lovers💡The best hot spring inn for holidaymakersThe inn is very spacious, perfect for hot spring lovers and holidaymakers◎Even if you don't know Demon Slayer, you can enjoy this inn for holidaymakers🥰 📍Name of the spot Aizu Ashinomaki Onsen OkawasoAddress: 984 Shimodaira, Ashinomaki, Ooto-cho, Aizuwakamatsu City, Fukushima Prefecture 969-5147Cost: Varies depending on the season and room. Please check the official website. 💡There are also cheaper plans when booking with Rakuten Travel Agota, etc.Recommended: Japanese-style art space in the building, special meals⚠Note: It is recommended to make reservations for private rooms, semi-private meals, and private open-air baths when making your reservation! ━━━━━ ━━━━━ ━━━━━ ~Odawara City, Kanagawa Prefecture~ Odawara Station East Exit 💡A station that looks like it came out of Mugen Castle! A station that looks like Mugen Castle but doesn't look like a station 💡 You can feel the atmosphere of the castle town of Odawara! 💡 Great for photo spots and night walks ◎ 📍 Spot name: Odawara Station East Exit Address: 1-1-5 Sakaemachi, Odawara City, Kanagawa Prefecture 250-0011 Cost: Free to just look, there are also gourmet spots! Recommendation: It's fantastic at night! ━━━━━ ━━━━━ ━━━━━ ~ Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture ~ ▶️ Little Edo Kawagoe 💡 Old buildings with a Taisho romantic feel are like Demon Slayer, 💡 Lots of important cultural properties! History lovers can also enjoy it! 💡 Great for eating around ◎ The streets look like they could be in Demon Slayer! Kawagoe is a popular spot, but it's also recommended for eating around the streets that feel like you've traveled back in time, where many Demon Slayer fans visit! 📍Spot name: Koedo Kawagoe Ichibangai Shopping Street, Warehouse-style Street, Kanetsuki Street Address: Koedo Kawagoe Ichibangai Shopping Street, Toki no Kane Street, Inari-koji 〒350-0063 Saiwai-cho, Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture Kanetsuki Street and its surroundings ━━━━━ ━━━━━ ━━━━━ #japantrip #japan #japantravel #Demon Slayer #Anime Holy Land #Hot Spring #japanhotel #Fukushima Tourism #Saitama Tourism #Tochigi Tourism #Tochigi Nikko

Stayed at the Ritz for the first time using the free night benefit of my Marriott Bonvoy Amex credit card 🏨 Maybe because it was the rainy season in June, I was able to stay for 59,500 points, even though I usually need 80,000 points 🙆🏻 I was upgraded to a room with a view of Lake Chuzenji using my platinum membership benefit 🤩 The bath in the room was nice, but there was also a hot spring in the large communal bath ♨️ Breakfast was an additional charge of 7,500 yen. I splurged because I was there 💸 You can choose to eat in the restaurant or in your room, but I liked the room so I had it delivered to my room ❤️ . . . 📍The Ritz-Carlton Nikko 📸Lake Chuzenji view 🗺️Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture 🕒Check-in 15:00/Check-out 12:00 💰¥150,000/room~ #trip_aug #domestictravel #luxuryhotel #hotspring

#FlyTravelWithTrip Every November, Nikko is probably another destination for many people who want to visit the changing leaves and beautiful tourist attractions here. I myself am one of those people who have wanted to come many times, but have never been able to. This time, I had 1 free day from Tokyo, so I intended to come here. We will take you to see where to go and eat in Nikko for 1 day in the World Heritage Zone. The coordinates for visiting Nikko in 1 day are as follows: 🌁 Shinkyo Bridge, the famous red bridge. Anyone who comes to Nikko must stop by ⛩️ Rinnoji Shrine to see the changing leaves and a small Japanese garden ⛩️ Toshogu Shrine to see the old and large torii gates and pay homage and make a wish ⛩️ Futarasan Shrine to take a photo with the popular sake barrel corner and make a wish for luck and love 🍦 Nikko Pudding Tei, a classic pudding topped with smooth milk soft cream So delicious 🍜 Ranburu Restaurant Let's try the famous tofu puff menu in Nikko 🍘 Sakaeya ​​with Yuba Manju or fried tofu puff buns. I give it the most delicious on this trip. Ready? Let's see where to go in Nikko in one day and what interesting places there are. #EscapeYouToJourney #Nikko #ReviewJapan #Nikko #Japan #TravelJapan

#Free VIP room exchange on membership day on the 27th of every month #tripcoins #Japan #Tochigi Prefecture #Tobu Nikko #Kinugawa Onsen After purchasing the Tobu Nikko ticket with trip coins on trip.com, in addition to taking the non-express train to Nikko, you can also take the train to Kinugawa Onsen. However, please note that there are fewer trains to Kinugawa Onsen in the evening (about once every hour). It is best to search for train schedules on Google Maps first, rather than searching at the station. Kinugawa Onsen is a hot spring town near Nikko with a relatively low level of development. Due to the poor train transfer, it was already dark when we arrived and it was raining lightly, so it was extremely deserted. After walking for 15 minutes to the 24-hour suspension bridge, the Kinugawa River Valley was already pitch black. . .

#Free VIP room exchange on the 27th of each month Members' Day #tripcoins #Japan #Tochigi #TobuNikko #Shimoimaichi On trip.com, you can use trip coins to buy TobuNikko tickets, which allow you to take unlimited trains from Nikko to Shimoimaichi and Shimoimaichi to Shin-Fujiwara Station. On the return trip, get off at Shimoimaichi Station. There is a small SL steam locomotive memorial at this station, but unfortunately it was closed at dusk. As a result, I went to a drugstore and small supermarket near the station while waiting for the train. I found that the goods here were cheaper than those in the large supermarket near Nikko Station. If you have a Tobu Nikko day ticket, you can consider going there to replenish food, etc.

#Free VIP room change on the 27th of each month Member Day #tripcoins #Japan #Tochigi #Nikko #UNESCO World Heritage Although I bought a two-day Tobu Nikko ticket through trip.com, which allows unlimited rides on the World Heritage loop bus with a frequency of every 15 minutes, I chose to walk back to the station from Shinbashi on my way back. But I regretted it after walking for 10 minutes because the distance was too far and there was nothing to see along the way. It is recommended that you wait for the bus back to the station, which saves time. Otherwise, you may walk for more than 30 minutes and still not arrive.

#Free VIP room exchange on membership day on the 27th of every month #tripcoins #Japan #Tochigi Prefecture #日光 #United Nations World Cultural Heritage If you use trip coins to purchase a Tobu Nikko two-day ticket, you can take the World Heritage Bus from Tobu Nikko Station to the parking lot next to Nikko Futarasan Shrine. The main hall of Futarasan Shrine does not require admission tickets and you can visit freely. However, the adjacent Shinen Garden requires a 300 yen entrance fee. It seems that not many people enter.