Word Heritage Nikko Toshogu Shrine
Word Heritage Nikko Toshogu Shrine
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Description
Points of Interest
- World Heritage Site: Nikko Toshogu Shrine
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
A highpoint of any visit to Japan, this exciting adventure takes you to the Nikko Toshogu Shrine, a sacred site dedicated to the shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu (1543-1616), who famously brought peace to Japan after civil unrest. Intricately carved and ornately decorated with gold leaf, it is part of the Shrines and Temples of Nikko, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The moment you enter the grounds you'll be greeted by a stately five-story pagoda, brilliantly painted in cherry red, set within a wooded grove. The Toshogu Shrine grounds consist of more than a dozen buildings, displaying both Shinto and Buddhist elements and utilizing a dazzling array of ornamentation and color. The sacred storehouses are exquisitely carved with famous scenes, and the Yomeimon Gate is a National Treasure, considered the most beautiful gate in Japan. Refresh with lunch at the local restaurant, then relax on the ride back to the pier.
Special Notes:
Shoes must be removed at several points in Nikko Toshogu Shrine and a local restaurant. This tour is not suitable for guests with walking difficulties as this tour contains a lot of walking to visit Nikko Toshogu Shrine which is the main highlight of this tour. Japanese yen are needed for additional purchase. Tour order may vary.Details
Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.