Nikko (日光, Nikkō) is a town at the entrance to Nikko National Park, most famous forToshogu, Japan's most lavishly decoratedshrine and the mausoleum ofTokugawa Ieyasu, the founder of the Tokugawa shogunate.
Nikko had been a center ofShinto andBuddhist mountain worship for many centuries before Toshogu was built in the 1600s, and Nikko National Park continues to offer scenic, mountainous landscapes, lakes, waterfalls,hot springs, wild monkeys and hiking trails.
Nikko and theOkunikko area aroundLake Chuzenji, in particular, are well known for their beautifulautumn colors (koyo). In the average year the colors start descending from the higher elevations ofYumoto Onsen in early October, are best aroundLake Chuzenji and the Irohazaka road in mid to late October and reach the town of Nikko in the first half of November.
Nikko is located along Japan'sRomantic Road.
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Nasu-Shiobara
Resort area with hiking trails and hot springs.
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Kinugawa Onsen
Hot spring resort with theme parks near Nikko.
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Utsunomiya
Prefectural capital of Tochigi Prefecture.
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Sanga Nikko - Serene Boutique Guesthouse Near Nikko Station & Bus TerminalMid-rangeLocated in Nikko, 2.1 km from Nikko Toshogu Shrine, Sanga Nikko - Serene Boutique Guesthouse Near Nikko Station & Bus Terminal provides rooms with free WiFi access. The property is set 10 km from Kegon Falls and 22 km from Nikk?-kokuritsu-k?en. Nikko Station and Tobu-Nikko Station are within a 5-minute walk from the property.The property is equipped with two shared bathrooms for 3 rooms.A range of activities are offered in the area, such as cycling and running.A supermarket is situated within a 5-minute walk from the property. This property is situated a short distance from attractions such as Rinnoji Temple and Shinkyo Bridge. Futarasan Shrine is 2.2 km from the property, while Chuzenji Lake is 12 km away.View on Booking.com9.9Booking.com
Stay Nikko Guesthouse
Luxury
Featuring free WiFi, Stay Nikko Guesthouse offers accommodation in Nikko. Nikko Station on the Tobu and JR lines can be reached within a 13-minute walk. Free private parking is available on site.Every room at this guest house is air conditioned and comes with a flat-screen TV. Views of the mountains, river or garden are featured in certain rooms.Guests will find a microwave, toaster and kettle on site.Nikko Toshogu Shrine is a 20-minute stroll from Stay Nikko Guesthouse, while Kegon Falls is a 50-minute bus ride from the property.
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B&B Izumi Nikko
Luxury
Located in Nikko and only 2.4 km from Nikko Toshogu Shrine, B&B Izumi Nikko provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. With river views, this accommodation features a balcony. The accommodation offers luggage storage space and a housekeeping service for guests.Certain units in the bed and breakfast have private entrance and are fitted with desk and outdoor furniture. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a walk-in shower and slippers, the units at the bed and breakfast have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and some rooms here will provide you with a terrace. At the bed and breakfast, all units have bed linen and towels.Guests can relax in the garden at the property.Popular points of interest near the bed and breakfast include Rinno-ji Temple, Futarasan Shrine and Nikko Tamozawa Imperial Villa Memorial Park. Ibaraki Airport is 121 km away.
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Okunikko Guesthouse JUN
Budget-friendly
Located in Nikko and only 1.1 km from Kegon Falls, Okunikko Guesthouse JUN provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. The 1-star guest house features lake views and is 16 km from Nikko Toshogu Shrine. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and a shared lounge for guests.The units are equipped with heating facilities.Tobu Nikko Station is 17 km from the guest house, while Nikko Station is 18 km away. Ibaraki Airport is 133 km from the property.
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Nikko Guesthouse Sumica
Budget-friendly
Featuring 1-star accommodation, Nikko Guesthouse Sumica is located in Nikko, 300 metres from Nikko Station and 300 metres from Tobu Nikko Station. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation provides a concierge service and a tour desk for guests.At the guest house, all units are equipped with bed linen and towels.Nikko Toshogu Shrine is 2.7 km from the guest house, while Kegon Falls is 20 km away. Ibaraki Airport is 117 km from the property.
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Honke Bankyu
Luxury
Established in 1666, Honke Bankyu is housed in a registered historical building. The Japanese rooms feature traditional decor, futon bedding and a flat-screen TV. The hotel has 5 hot-spring baths and serves local specialities for dinner.Shoji paper screens, tatami (woven-straw) floors and views of greenery add to the zen flavour of each air-conditioned room. A yukata robe is provided. All rooms have a private toilet, and some rooms have a private bathroom.The hotel is a 30-minute drive from Yunishikawa-Onsen Train Station. Heike Village Museum is just a 10-minute walk away. Ryuokyo Canyon is a 40-minute drive, and Nikko Toshugu Shrine is 50 km away.A private hot-spring bath can be reserved, for a fee. You can relax at the library, take a stroll in the garden or browse the unique items in the gift shop.Japanese style breakfast and set-menu dinner are served at the hotel’s dining room.
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Annex Turtle Hotori-An
Budget-friendly
About a 20-minute walk from the Nikko shrines, Annex Turtle Hotori-An is situated next to the Daiya river and green forests. It features hot spring baths with river views.Only 1.5 km from the Toshogu and Futarasan shrines at Nikko, Hotori-An Turtle Annex Hotel also offers easy access to local hiking trails. A 40-minute drive brings guests to historical theme park Nikko Edomura.The Japanese-style rooms feature tatami (woven straw) floors and traditional futon beds. Each room includes a private bathroom.Turtle Annex Hotori-An features a gallery showing local Mashiko-yaki pottery. English-speaking staff are available to help with sightseeing.Breakfast features fruit, eggs and bread. Property staff can recommend nearby dinner options upon check-in.
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Fairfield by Marriott Tochigi Nikko
Mid-range
Set in Nikko, within 1.8 km of Tobu Nikko Station and 2 km of Nikko Station, Fairfield by Marriott Tochigi Nikko offers accommodation with a terrace and as well as free private parking for guests who drive. With a shared lounge, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk for guests.All guest rooms at the hotel come with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a safety deposit box.Nikko Toshogu Shrine is 2.4 km from Fairfield by Marriott Tochigi Nikko, while Kegon Falls is 20 km from the property. Ibaraki Airport is 119 km away.
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Nikko Akarinoyado Villa Revage
Mid-range
Homely rooms with mountain views, free Wi-Fi and a private bath await guests at Villa Revage, 350 metres from Nikko Botanical Garden. It is completely non-smoking, and free private parking is available on site.Rooms at Nikko Akarinoyado Villa Revage are heated and come with simple furnishings and art on the walls. An LCD satellite TV is included. Both a hairdryer and toiletries are provided.You can relax on the sun terrace, enjoy the garden or unwind in one of the private reservable baths.The hotel is 4 km from JR Nikko Train Station and Tobu Nikko Train Station. Nikko Tamozawa Imperial Villa is 800 metres away, and Nikko Toshogu Shrine is 2 km away.
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The Ritz-Carlton, Nikko
Luxury
The Ritz-Carlton, Nikko features restaurants, fitness centre, a lobby lounge bar and shared lounge in Nikko situated by Lake Chuzenji and overlooking Mount Nantai. This 5-star hotel offers a concierge service and ticket service. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, hot spring baths for guests.At The Ritz-Carlton, Nikko all units are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kettle, a hot tub, a hairdryer and a wardrobe. Featuring a private bathroom with a bidet and free toiletries, rooms at the hotel also offer a mountain view.A continental breakfast is available daily at the accommodation. The onsite restaurants feature Japanese and Western-style cuisines.Guests can relax in the spa and wellness centre, including a hot spring bath, a sauna and a hot tub, or in the garden. The area is popular for hiking and cycling, and car hire is available at The Ritz-Carlton, Nikko.Popular points of interest near the hotel include Kegon Falls, Chuzenji Lake and Chuzenji Temple.
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SponsoredExperience the Samurai Spirit through Ogasawara-style Archery – Including a Private Prayer Tour at Nikko Toshogu ShrineYabusame is the ancient traditional art of mounted archery, in which a rider on horseback shoots at consecutive targets during a gallop. In this plan, guests can experience yabusame or the related traditional art of kyudo, archery performed on foot – along with a guided tour of Nikko Toshogu Shrine, a World Heritage site.View experienceSponsored
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Nikko Sightseeing
¥93,713
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73Lake Chuzenji is Japan’s highest natural lake, located just west of Nikko and is part of the Nikko National Park
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Tokyo Departure | Nikko/Karuizawa/Gunma/Yokohama Customized Private Car Charter Day Trip
¥59,800
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8Departing from Tokyo city, 10-hour chartered one-day tour
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