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[Aichi] Nikko Toshugo Shrine and Nature View 1-day Tour | from Tokyo
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Overview
  • Experience the splendor of Nikko Toshogu on a captivating one-day bus tour from Tokyo. Immerse yourself in the rich history of the shrine, adorned with intricate carvings and vibrant colors that pay homage to Japan's legendary shogun, Tokugawa Ieyasu. Delight in a delectable lunch featuring the "Kuri Okowa Aoi Gozen," a delectable Buddhist vegetarian dish that tantalizes your taste buds with its flavors and textures. Embark on an adventure along the famed Irohazaka Winding Road, a thrilling journey with 48 hairpin turns offering breathtaking vistas of the surrounding landscape. Reaching Lake Chūzenji, be captivated by the serene beauty of its crystal-clear waters, reflecting the lush greenery of the surrounding mountains. The grandeur of Kegon Falls is a sight to behold, as water cascades dramatically from a height of 97 meters. This unforgettable tour ensures you experience Nikko's cultural treasures and natural wonders in a single, awe-inspiring day.
What to expect

Nikko Toshogu Shrine is located in Yamauchi, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture. It is the main headquarters of Toshogu Shrine. The main enshrinement deity is Tosho Ogongen (Tokugawa Ieyasu). Toshogu Shrine enshrines Tokugawa Ieyasu, the first shogun of the Edo shogunate. It has rich cultural heritage. historical landmark. The architecture of Toshogu Shrine is exquisitely carved and magnificent. It is located among the Nikko Mountains and is built against the mountains. It is full of momentum. Among them, the Japanese-style Mingyang Gate and the Chinese-style Tang Gate are its representative buildings. Its design aesthetic also interprets different metaphors, "Sleeping Cat": the carved sleeping cat has two flying sparrows on its back. This symbiotic coexistence between animals is said to symbolize the peaceful future of the newly unified Japan, and it is also the most famous sculpture of Toshogu Shrine - "Sanbu monkey".

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