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Taiyuin, Rinnoji Temple, Mt. Nikko

A majestic and beautiful sight in the snowy landscape

Taiyuin, a national treasure, is the mausoleum (graveyard) of Tokugawa Iemitsu. The carvings on the gate become more gorgeous as you climb the 130 steps from the Niomon Gate at the entrance to the main hall of worship, the Ai-no-Ma, and the Hon-den. The "Worship Hall, Ai-no-Ma, and Main Hall" has a "Gongen-zukuri" structure with three interconnecting rooms. It is also called "Kinkakuden" (Golden Pavilion) because of the large number of gilded decorations used, and it is a rare place where visitors can enter.
The building is a massive structure made of gold and black, which was designed to be less glamorous than the mausoleum of Ieyasu's grandfather at Nikko Toshogu Shrine, and is a sight to behold.
Why not take your time and visit in winter to find a photo spot?

Rinnoji Temple on Mt. Nikko

• 2300 Yamauchi, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture MAP
• 10 min. by car from JR Nikko Station or Tobu Railway Tobu Nikko Station.
• Take a bus from JR Nikko Station or Tobu Railway Tobu Nikko Station, get off at "Jimbashi" and walk about 5 minutes.
• April-October 8:00-17:00, November-March 8:00-16:00 (last admission 30 minutes before)
• The Treasure Hall and Shoyoen are closed about 10 times a year for exhibition changes and Rinnoji temple events.
• Sanbutsudo ticket: Adults 400 yen, Junior high school and elementary school students 200 yen
  Taiyuin ticket: Adults 550 yen, Junior high school and elementary school students 250 yen
  Homonoden and Shoyoen tickets: Adults: 300 yen, Elementary/Junior high school students: 100 yen
  Set tickets are available.
• 0288-54-0531
• Charged

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Nikko Strawberry Park

Experience seasonal strawberry picking at a popular sightseeing farm

Tochigi Prefecture is the largest producer of strawberries in Japan, as represented by "Tochiotome. In the Nikko area, visitors can pick strawberries (all-you-can-eat) at the Nikko Strawberry Park, a sightseeing farm. There are two types of greenhouses for strawberry picking, one is a high cultivation greenhouse where visitors can pick strawberries standing up, and the other is a soil cultivation greenhouse where visitors bend down to pick strawberries, making it possible for visitors with strollers or in wheelchairs to use the greenhouses. Several varieties are grown, so you can look forward to different tastes depending on when you go. The cold winter and clean water at the foot of Mt. Nikko result in strawberries that are sweet with just the right amount of tartness, so you can enjoy them in abundance.

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Kegon no Taki (Kegon Falls)

Don't miss the "Ice Falls" created by nature in winter!

Kegon Falls, one of the three most famous waterfalls in Japan and a representative of Nikko's waterfalls, is famous for its "ice fall" in winter. The waterfalls, flowing down from Lake Chuzenji, are nearly 100 meters high, and the view of the water frozen to the spray is breathtaking during the days of sub-zero temperatures. An elevator (570 yen round trip) will take you to the viewing platform where you can look up at Kegon Falls up close.

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Lake Chuzenji

The crystal blue surface of the lake and the snowy landscape create a spectacular view.

Lake Chuzenji at the entrance to Oku-Nikko. It is the starting point for going out to enjoy the winter in Oku-Nikko. The lake is located over 1,200 m above sea level, and the surrounding mountains of the Nikko mountain range and Nantai-san (Mt. Nantai) become snow-covered, reflecting the blue winter sky for a wonderful view. However, the temperature is below freezing, so be sure to bring plenty of warmth for your feet.

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Nikko Yumoto Visitor Center

Walking in the virgin forest with snowshoes

Snowshoeing is a great way to enjoy the outdoors in winter. There are many trails in the powdery Oku-Nikko area that are recommended. The appeal of snowshoeing is that you can walk through virgin forests that are not accessible in other seasons and rest wherever you want to rest. With equipment rentals and guides, everyone from beginners to experienced hikers can enjoy the area. Let's go enjoy the overwhelming nature.
The Nikko Yumoto National Park Visitor Center offers snowshoeing courses that last from 2 to 4 hours, so it is recommended to stop by and get information.

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Tobu World Square

Light up buildings around the world with a variety of illuminations

Tobu World Square is a one-25th scale reproduction of world buildings and world heritage sites. 102 buildings are illuminated, creating a completely different scene from the daytime. The illumination period is from November to early March every year.
Two 102-meter light tunnels named after Tobu (102) are set up in the square, and since last year, Taiwanese lanterns have also been lit up.

The illumination will not be held from 2024 to 2025.

▼Night Museum "Nightlife Around the World" (Illumination)
Period: December 3, 2022 - January 29, 2023 on Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays and some dates during the year-end and New Year holidays
Hours: 16:30-19:00 *Last admission 30 minutes before closing
Fee: Adults (junior high school students and older) 1,500 yen, children (4 years old to elementary school students) 1,000 yen *Free with daytime ticket
Note: For more information, please visit https://www.tobuws.co.jp/new/event/#Event185 Confirmation required at

Tobu World Square

• 209-1 Ohara, Kinugawa Onsen, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture MAP
• From Kinugawa Onsen Station on the Tobu Railway line, take the bus bound for Nikko Edomura. 5 minutes from the Tobu World Square stop.
• Summer (March 20-November 30) 9:00-17:00
  Winter (December 1 - March 19) 9:30 - 16:00
• January 20 (Mon) - 26 (Sun), 2025
• Adults 2,800 yen, children 1,400 yen
• 0288-77-1055
• Charged

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Yunishikawa Onsen Kamakura Festival

Enjoy the fantastic silver world and various kamakura

The Yunishigawa Onsen Kamakura Festival has been selected as one of Japan's nightscape heritage sites. Miniature snow-covered marshes are lined up along the riverbed of Yunishigawa Onsen, also known as "Village of the Heike", and lit by candles. The many lights floating in the snowy landscape are fantastic, and the festival is a popular spot for many visitors. The hot spring resort is also crowded with snow slides and large kamakura that can actually be entered.