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Nikko Highlights: World Heritage, Kanmangafuchi Abyss and Sake Brewery

Toshogu Shrine

Three Wise Monkeys

Nikko Highlights: World Heritage, Kanmangafuchi Abyss and Sake Brewery

Art, Culture, & Historical

Joined 2024

Ryoko T.

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Nikko

English, Japanese (Native)

6 hours

Private tour (only you and Ryoko T.)

Up to 3 people

This popular course offers a wonderful balance of nature and culture.

We will visit the Sacred Bridge, explore the UNESCO-listed Toshogu Shrine, Rin-noh-ji Temple, enjoy a peaceful walk along the Daiya River, and have lunch at a local restaurant.

If you're interested, we can also add a sake brewery visit.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

10:30 AM

Meeting Point

At Tobu Nikko station or JR Nikko station

- If you need help purchasing limited express tickets from Asakusa, I can assist you through message. If you’re coming from Tokyo on the JR Shinkansen, meeting at JR Utsunomiya Station is also an option.

10:40 AM

Shinkyo (Sacred Bridge)

A beautifully preserved vermilion bridge marking the entrance to the World Heritage area.

11:00 AM

Toshogu Shrine and Rinnoji Temple

Toshogu Shrine is one of the most famous shrines in Japan. Colorful carvings, the famous Three Wise Monkeys, and stories of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the first Shogun of Tokugawa Shogunate.

The Sanbutsudo Hall at Rinnoji is the temple’s main hall, housing three principal Buddhist statues that represent Nikko’s sacred mountains.

01:00 PM

Lunch at a Local Restaurant

We can enjoy Nikko’s local specialties like YUBA and soba, and if you have any other cuisine in mind, I’m happy to book a restaurant for you in advance.

02:00 PM

River Walk along Kanmangafuchi Abyss with lined jizo statues

A peaceful walk along the Daiya River lined with stone Jizo guardians, where clear water flows over a striking volcanic riverbed that creates one of Nikko’s most picturesque streams.

03:30 PM

Optional: Sake Brewery Visit

Visit a sake brewery and taste Japanese sake brewed with Nikko’s pristine water. If you find a favorite, you can buy it as a special souvenir of your trip.

04:00 PM

Nikko Roadside station

We’ll finish the tour at the Japanese-style roadside station across from the sake brewery, where you can shop for Nikko souvenirs or enjoy a coffee break before catching your train.

04:30 PM

Tour Ends at Shimo-Imaichi Station

I will assist you with your train back to Asakusa or Tokyo.

Ending Point

At Shimo-Imaichi Station

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

What‘s included

・Guide fees

・Taxi fare to the sake brewery from Kanmangafuchi Abyss

・Public transportation fees for guide

・Entrance tickets for guide：

　Toshogu Shrine: 1,600 yen 　　

　Rinnoji Temple: 400 yen

What‘s not included

Public transportation fees (700 yen per person)

Entrance tickets (per person)：　

　Toshogu Shrine: 1,600 yen 　　

　Rinnoji Temple: 400 yen

Lunch (1,000–3,000 yen per person)

Taxi fare (Other than visiting the sake brewery, as needed)

Other personal expenses

Tour Important Information

* This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.

* This tour is not recommended for those with severe back/knee problems.

* Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.

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 2024

Ryoko T.

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About Tour Guide Ryoko T.

Hello, future guests!

My name is Ryoko. I was born and raised in Utsunomiya, near Nikko.

I’ve been lucky enough to visit many countries, and I love traveling and meeting new people. Now, I’m really happy to be able to share the beauty of Japan with visitors from all over the world.

I’ve been guiding in Nikko and Utsunomiya for over 10 years, and I can show you not only the famous sights but also local culture, food, and hidden gems. Beyond sightseeing, I also enjoy customizing trips to match your interests—like sake brewery visits, or a pottery tour and hands-on experience in Mashiko, the famous pottery town.

I’d be delighted to help make your journey truly special. So, why not travel with me?

I’m looking forward to meeting you soon.