Top 10 Free Things to do in Nikko, Kanto

May 22, 2021 Cedrick Jardin

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. Katayama Shuzo

Excellent
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5.0 based on 24 reviews

Katayama Shuzo

Katayama Syuzo has been making and selling sake ever since our foundation in 1880 in Nikko.we have refined our sake brewing techniques to produce sake.

2. Kammangafuchi Gorge

Nikko 321-1435 Tochigi Prefecture +81 288-22-1525 http://www.nikko-kankou.org/spot/25/
Excellent
61%
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4.5 based on 194 reviews

Kammangafuchi Gorge

Reviewed By kandilistk - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Decided to take a detour here today as it was too foggy to see the Kegon Falls and Lake Chuzenji, Kammangafuchi Gorge is a good place to relax and enjoy nature. Kammangafuchi Gorge is about a 20mins walk from the shrines and while enjoying the walk by the river, you’ll definitely see the main highlight of the area which are the rows of Jizo statues that are line up on one side of the gorge. Worth visiting the area after visiting the shrines.

3. Urami Waterfall

Tanze, Nikko 321-1449 Tochigi Prefecture
Excellent
45%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
8%
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4.5 based on 51 reviews

Urami Waterfall

4. Odashirogahara Field

Nikko 321-1661 Tochigi Prefecture +81 288-54-2496 http://www.nikko-kankou.org/spot/11/?spn_move
Excellent
59%
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4.5 based on 66 reviews

Odashirogahara Field

5. Yudaki Falls

Yumoto, Nikko 321-1662 Tochigi Prefecture +81 288-53-3795
Excellent
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4.5 based on 418 reviews

Yudaki Falls

Reviewed By TnTOz - Sydney, Australia

We visited here in Winter and the ice and snow made it more spectacular. We also took the short circular track to Kotaki Falls which was absolutely beautiful and easy to negotiate with just hiking boots and poles. Unfortunately, we couldn’t do the Sejogahara Moor trail from here because it was closed due to damage to the track further along.

6. Takinoo Shrine

2310-1 Sannai, Nikko 321-1431 Tochigi Prefecture +81 288-54-0535 http://www.futarasan.jp
Excellent
59%
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4.5 based on 121 reviews

Takinoo Shrine

Reviewed By OZS_ATW - Budapest, Hungary

It is an excellent place to get away from the crowded touristic attractions. Wear proper shoes for the walk. There is also a small waterfall you can enjoy. The shrine is a kind of magical. It is an absolute must to see! :-)

7. Yumoto Enchi Ashiyu Anyonoyu

Yumoto, Nikko 321-1662 Tochigi Prefecture https://www.city.nikko.lg.jp/nikkokankou/kankou/nikko/onsen/anyonoyu.html
Excellent
39%
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4.5 based on 28 reviews

Yumoto Enchi Ashiyu Anyonoyu

8. Mt. Nantai

Nikko Tochigi Prefecture
Excellent
30%
Good
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4.0 based on 97 reviews

Mt. Nantai

9. Ryuokyo Canyon

Nikko Tochigi Prefecture http://www.ryuokyo.org/
Excellent
34%
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51%
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4.0 based on 234 reviews

Ryuokyo Canyon

Reviewed By jk-liu - Taichung, Taiwan

We took a train to get there and spent around ten minutes from Kinugawa Park station. Because a typhoon will land tomorrow, just a few tourists visited this scenery. Amazing waterfall and valley were attractive to our sight. We got around everywhere for about ninety minutes. Though many maple leaves haven’t changed color, I deeply recommend the Ryuokyo Canyon in Kinugawa.

10. Nikko Futarasan Jinja Chugushi Shrine

Chugushi, Nikko 321-1661 Tochigi Prefecture +81 288-54-0535 http://www.futarasan.jp
Excellent
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4.0 based on 99 reviews

Nikko Futarasan Jinja Chugushi Shrine

Reviewed By WarnerL_12 - Pasadena, United States

A large shrine within the Futarasan Complex and is a must since you are there, this whole mountain is covered with temple and shrines everywhere, this has a very impressive gate.

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