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The shrines and temples of Nikko have been recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Here, you can visit the Toshogu Shrine, which dates from the 17th century and is a monument to (and the mausoleum of) Tokugawa Ieyasu, the founder of a shogunate that ruled Japan for 250 years. Travelers day-tripping from Tokyo generally focus on the sacred sites, but if you have extra time, explore the area’s beautiful waterfalls and lakes.
Restaurants in Nikko
1. Yunishigawa Onsen
2. Nikkosawa Onsen
3. Nikko Yumoto Onsen
4. Kawamata Onsen
5. Kawaji Onsen
6. Kinukonoyu
7. Yashio no Yu
8. Koshin no Yu, Ashio Onsen
9. Kinugawa Onsen
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 106 reviews
Reviewed By I8383LSmarias - Akershus, Norway
We visited Kinugawa-Onsen to check out the fameous Japanese hot-springs and to enjoy the lush green scenery. The nature surrounding the Kinugawa-River is breath taking. Be aware of bears(!). You can also go on different hikes or try a trip in the river. We encountered no western tourists, and in general the level of English was non-existant, but Japanese are always eager to help. A Ryokan/Onsen experience is very interesting, the baths do actually make you feel revigorated and rejuvinated but they are HOT! I imagine this place is even better in winter. Kinugawa is close to Nikko and the shrines and Edo Wonderland which was a must-see for us and taught us a lot about the Edo-period. Restaurants tend to open at 18/19 so ask someone where to eat and they will send you to some amazing, local restaurant you will never forget.
