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Exciting Nikko - One Day Tour from Tokyo
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Joined 2017
Nikko is one of the most popular sightseeing spots in Japan. The Shrines and Temples in Nikko were designated as a world cultural heritage in 1999.
In this tour, we will visit following sightseeing spots.
- Shinkyo Bridge
- Rinnoji Temple
- Toshogu Shrine
- Futarasan Shrine
- Taiyuin Mausoleum
My favorite part of this tour is Toshogu Shrine. It's Japan's most gorgeous shrine and worldly famous for its colourful and elaborate sculptures of plants and animals.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel in Tokyo
Hotel Pick Up
Meet at your Hotel and move to Nikko by train and bus for about 2.5 hours.
Shinkyo Bridge
One of the most popular photo spots in Nikko.
Rinnoji Temple
It has more than 1,200 years history. Three golden Buddha are must-see.
Toshogu Shrine
Japan's most gorgeous shrine and worldly famous for its colorful and elaborate sculptures of plants, animals and imaginary creatures.
Futarasan Shrine
Nowadays, it’s a shrine of love.
Taiyuin Mausoleum
The grave of the third Shogun of the Tokugawa dynasty.
Move to your hotel from Nikko by bus and train.
Good bye at your hotel
Option
If you want to enjoy a mountain view in Nikko, we can skip some temples and shrines and add following places into the itinerary. But in case a heavy traffic jam is forecasted, this option is not available.
- Iroha-Zaka Slope : 48 hairpin curves and a beautiful mountain view.
- Akechidaira : Beautiful combination view of Lake Chuzenji and Kegon Water Fall.
- Kegon Water Fall : 97m waterfall. One of the three most famous waterfalls in Japan.
Ending Point
At your hotel in Tokyo
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee
Lunch for the guide
Transportation Cost (you and the guide)
- From your hotel to Toshogu Shrine : About 6,300JPY/Person (2-way)
Your Lunch
Admission Fee (you and the guide)
- Toshogu Shrine : 1600JPY/Person,
- Rinnoji Temple/Taiyuin Mausoleum : 950JPY/person
- Futarasan Shrine : 200JPY/person
- Akechidaira Ropeway : 1000JPY/person
- Kegon Water Fall : 570JPY/person
Tour Important Information
We will use public transportation during this tour.
Important message from the supplier
Free pick-up service to your hotel is only in Tokyo metropolitan area, in 23 wards. For other places, the extra charge will be added depending on the distance and the time necessary.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2017
About Tour Guide Hideaki M.
Hello!
I’m Hideaki. Just call me “Mura” or “Mura-san”. “San” means “Mr.” or "Ms." in Japanese. I have a national tour guide license in English.
I have guided for 192 days (531 guests) in 2024, 201 days (576 guests) in 2023, 170 days (501 guests) in 2019 and 149 days (455 guests) in 2018.
I have experiences to live in the following cities on business.
- Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) Four years
- Nantong (China) One and half years,
- Jakarta (Indonesia) One and half years
- Baton Rouge (Louisiana, USA) Two years.
My hobbies are playing golf, listening classical music and watching football.
My basic policy as a tour guide is to entertain my guests with my best hospitality. I really like to see my guests smiling. I myself also enjoy chatting with my guest about not only a general explanation about Japanese culture and history but everything based on my experiences and hobbies.
Let’s enjoy a wonderful tour in Japan !
Reviews
Sandra W.
“Top-notch Temple Tour Guide”
We were delighted to spend the afternoon with Mr. Hideaki exploring the temple & surrounding garden during our layover at Narita. Hideaki was in good touch beforehand, knowledgeable during the sightseeing, & good company over a delicious sushi & grilled eel lunch. It’s well worth your time to take a break from Narita airport & see the cultural treasures so nearby. You’re in great hands with Hideaki.
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Hideaki M.
Sandra-san, Thank you very much for your review. I'm very glad to know you enjoyed the tour. It's much better than staying at the airport. Please stay for several days next time you come to Japan. Hideaki Murayama
Megan M.
“ A Truly Unforgettable Day in Hakone”
From the moment we met Hideaki, we knew we were in for a special day. We appreciated his knowledge of the area and his considerations of our interests, fitting in a wonderful visit to the Hydrangea gardens and a delicious lunch! He was really flexible with changes to our booking and made the process of catching trains and buying tickets much easier. We loved the breathtaking ropeway ride over the volcanic Owakudani Valley, and the boat trip on the lake. We loved the connection to Evangelion!!! Lunch was a highlight — a local restaurant tucked away from the tourist paths, with the most delicious curry. Throughout the day, we never felt rushed. Hideaki was patient and looked after us— adjusting the pace to suit our needs, making sure we were comfortable and engaged. It was a very hot day and my husband became unwell, causing us to cancel our plans the next day but we hope to return to Japan and we would use Hideaki again.
Hideaki M.
Megan-san, Thank you very much for your review. I’m very glad to know that you enjoyed the tour even though we couldn’t see Mt. Fuji and it was very hot. Next time, please come to Japan in Spring or Autumn when it’s not so hot. Hideaki Murayama
Jackie R.
“Hakone from Tokyo ”
it was great to have a guide to take us to all the best places in Hakone. He was very informative and helpful and saved us a lot of time and stress
Hideaki M.
Jackie san, Thank you very much for your review. We were able to see beautiful roses and hydrangeas at Gora Park even though we couldn’t see Mt. Fuji. I hope you enjoyed the tour. Have a good trip in Japan. Hideaki Murayama
$252/ per group
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Exciting Tokyo - One Day Tour
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Exciting Hakone - One Day Tour from Tokyo
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If you have more than 4 hours before your flight at Narita airport, you should visit Naritasan Shinshoji temple, and experience Japanese culture. It's a time-honored temple with a history of over 1000 years. In my opinion, it's the best temple in Tokyo region with great traditional buildings, beautiful Japanese gardens and Japanese food. Here, I can tell almost everything about Japanese couture and traditions to you. I can make your layover time in Japan more enjoyable and fruitful !!
Naritasan Shinshoji temple before your flight
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Other Popular Day Trip Tours in Nikko
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Kahoko's Excursion from Tokyo to Nikko
You can enjoy a rich nature of Nikko such as gorgeous Kegon waterfall , Lake Chuzenji or Sengokubara wild path. After local specialty lunch,you will visit World Heritage Sites, Nikko Toshogu. Stunning buildings established by Tokugawa shogunate, the most powerful ruler in Japanese history. Then, Rinnoji temple with over 1500-year history. Lastly, Futarasan shrne, a famous spiritual spot.
Kahoko's Excursion from Tokyo to Nikko
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Nikko World Heritages - One day trip from Tokyo with Kaori
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Early Risers' Nikko Up-to-You Tour by Tobu Limited Express
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