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[Tochigi] Nikko World Heritage Toshogu Shrine Day Trip from Tokyo

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Overview
  • Explore Ieyasu Tokugawa's Sacred Site - World Heritage Site "Toshogu Shrine" and marvel at the beauty of Edo carvings
  • Race along the legendary "Iroha 48 Curves" and conquer Japan's most beautiful winding road
  • Look up at the thunderous "Kegon Falls" and experience the awe of Japan's three great waterfalls
What to expect

**First Stop: Toshogu Shrine** The pinnacle of Edo art, it is one of Japan's most representative historical and cultural heritage sites. From the "Three Monkeys" symbolizing wisdom (see no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil) to the "Sleeping Cat" foreshadowing peace, and then to Chinese sages and mythical auspicious beasts, it can be called an encyclopedia of Japanese craftsmanship. The vermilion pavilions are intertwined with towering ancient cedars to create a solemn atmosphere, and the scene of autumn maple leaves dyeing gold leaf is even more breathtaking. **Second Stop: Irohazaka Winding Road (View from the car, no getting off)** Japan's legendary winding road. It is named after the 48 hairpin bends corresponding to the 48 letters in Japanese. In autumn, the entire road is transformed into a three-dimensional gallery of alternating red and gold, and is rated as one of the "most beautiful autumn roads in the world." **Third Stop: Lake Chuzenji** It is Japan's highest volcanic lake. Azaleas in spring, l

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