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THE WORLD HERITAGE TAKE
SHRINES and TEMPLES of FREE
Nikko Toshogu Shrine
Nikko-zan Rinno-ji Temple
Nikko Futarasan Jinja Shrine
↓ The approximately 220 meters
↓ The carvings of the of the Kara- of corridors surrounding the ↓ The brilliant vermillion painted
ko(Chinese children playing)of the Toshogu Shrine main shrine are Shinkyo Bridge which spans the ↓ 4 colorful demons on the Taiyu-
Yomeimon gate were also given covered in carvings of animals Daiya River is the entry to the in Yashamon Gate guard the
new life through a restoration and plants. Shrines and Temples of Nikko mausoleum
↑ The Ichinotorii gate is the front ↑ The“Nemuri-neko”(sleeping ↑The Jogyo-do Hall which enshrines ↑ The solemn beauty of the
entrance of the Toshogu Shrine cat) at the entrance of Tokugawa the only image of the Amitabha Kamishin-michi road which leads
and was donated by Kuroda Ieyasu’s tomb. The carving rep- Buddha riding a peacock in Japan from Toshogu Shrine to Futarasan
Nagamasa, lord of the Chikuzen resents“a world as peaceful as a Jinja Shrine
Domain sleeping cat”
“The shrines and
temples of Nikko”
An in-depth look at World Heritage Sites
Nikko Toshogu Shrine
Nikko-zan Rinno-ji Temple
Nikko Futarasan Jinja Shrine
The Shrines and Temples of Nikko were registered as a UNESCO
Cultural World Heritage Site in 1999. We will unravel the history
and navigate the precincts of Nikko Toshogu Shrine, Nikko-zan → This bronze statue
was built in commemora-
Rinno-ji Temple, and Futarasan Jinja Shrine, which make up the tion of the distinguished
achievements of Shodo
core of the Shrines and Temples of Nikko. Shonin and stands in the
southeast section of the
Rinno-ji Temple precincts.
very active. Shodo Shonin thought that Kannon’s chi-Momoyama Period by Tenkai, a Buddhist testament stated, “On the first anniversary of Ieyasu’s final wishes of peace for the land and visit starting with Nikko-zan Rinno-ji Temple,
Two key people deeply involved paradise (“pure land”) could be found on the Priest of the highest rank, who became the chief my death, construct a small hall in Nikko and prosperity for the Tokugawa family, leading to which is closest to Nikko Station, then proceed
in Nikko’s 1,250 years of history peak of Mt. Nantai. abbot of the temple in year 8 of the Keicho Era re-enshrine my remains there”, and in year 3 of the creation of the lavish shrine pavilions. to Nikko Toshogu Shrine, Nikko Futarasan Jinja
When he reached the dreamed of summit in (1613). Tenkai was said to be a very compassion- the Genna Era (1617) he was enshrined at To- Shrine, and Rinno-ji Temple Taiyu-in Mausole-
Nikko Toshogu Shrine, Nikko-zan Rinno-ji Temple, year 2 of the Ten’o Era (782), he built a small ate person who was an expert in both politics and sho-sha Shrine (present-day Nikko Toshogu Important points about the um, in that order. You can also hire a guide from
and Futarasan Jinja Shrine, which are collectively shrine there (the “okumiya” or “rear shrine” of economics, and served three shoguns, Ieyasu, Shrine) as Tosho Daigongen. This was carried two shrines and one temple the “Nikko Tour Guide Association” (the official
known as Nikko’s two shrines and one temple, present-day Nikko Futarasan Jinja Shrine). The Hidetada, and Iemitsu, as the brain trust of the out by Daisojo (a Buddhist Priest of the highest guides of the Shrines and Temples of Nikko;
are famous as tourism destinations internationally, main shrine was said to have been constructed Tokugawa family. Tenkai was also closely involved rank) Tenkai, who was a master of both On- 103 buildings and structures of Nikko’s two starting at ¥6,000 for 2 hours) to guide you
and have also been registered as World Heritage in year 9 of the Enryaku Era (790) which was in the construction of Nikko Toshogu Shrine, and myodo (“The Way of Yin and Yang”) and Feng shrines and one temple and surrounding ruins through the area. These guides can provide de-
Sites. The origin of the site is said to lie with the the origin of Nikko Futarasan Jinja Shrine. The it is not an exaggeration to say he was the individ- shui. The leading theory for the reason why and relics (cultural landscapes) are registered tailed explanations of both architectural high-
Shihon Ryuji Temple (presently one of the halls “shinbutsu bunri” (state ordered separation of ual who laid the foundations of what we know of Nikko was chosen is because it was located as the Shrines and Temples of the Nikko World lights and the history of the Shrines and Tem-
of current day Nikko-zan Rinno-ji Temple) built in Shinto from Buddhism) in the Meiji Era separated today as the Shrines and Temples of Nikko. true north of Edo Castle, and so Tokugawa had Heritage Site. The Toshogu Shrine Yomeimon ples of Nikko. You can also rent audio guides for
year 2 of the Tenpyo-jingo Era (766) by the monk the various facilities into either Buddhist “tem- the grand wish to became a “kami” (god) against gate, which was restored in the “great Heisei Nikko Toshogu Shrine (¥500 rental fee and
Shodo Shonin who was born in Shimotsuke Prov- ples” or Shinto “shrines”, however the core of Why was Tokugawa Ieyasu the backdrop of the north star, which was revered Era restoration” which took many years, and the ¥500 deposit).
ince (present-day Moka City, Tochigi Prefecture). faith at Nikko since ancient times has always enshrined at Nikko? as the center of the universe since ancient Rinno-ji Temple Sanbutsudo (Three Buddha
The Japanese have also revered and venerated been Mt. Nantai itself, and this did not change. times, to allow him to heal the world. In year 13 Hall), in particular should not be missed.
mountains since ancient times, and at the time, Nikko-zan Rinno-ji Temple, which had fallen into It is said that Tokugawa Ieyasu never visited of the Kanei Era (1636), the “great Kanei Era The area of the Shrines and Temples of Nikko
worship of Kannon, the Goddess of Mercy, was decline for a time, was restored during the Azu- Nikko while he lived. However, his last will and rebuilding” was carried out in order to realize is surprisingly large, so it is recommended to
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日光東照宮
Nikko Tosh ogu
Symmetrical towers dedicated to
drums and bells
Shrine
Perpetual peace and prosperity, the famous Shoro ↑ The koro (drum tower) viewed from
shrine dedicated to Tokugawa Ieyasu (bell tower)
& Koro
the omizuya roofed purification trough.
The towers feature characteristic gable
ornamentation, with the Shoro (bell
(drum tower)
At a size of approximately 49,000 m2, the mausoleum is one of the largest in Japan, and tower) featuring cranes, and the Koro
(drum tower) featuring turtles
was a symbol of the power and authority of the Tokugawa Shogunate and served as the
heart of pilgrimages to Nikko during the Edo Period. The great Heisei Era restoration
restored the Yomeimon gate to its former glory and it is definitely one of the area’s The portable shrines
must-see sights. which serve as vehicles of the gods
The gorgeous and brilliantly colored fields, including artists from the Kano School, stored in this building decorated
shrine pavilions are a textbook of led by the shogunate-employed artist Kano with dancing heavenly maidens
Tanyu, participated in the construction.
both history and morality
The 5,173 carvings that decorate the site deserve
The splendor of the shrine pavillions of Nikko special mention. The carvings included those
Toshogu Shrine gave rise to the proverb, “never of sacred beasts and wise men with command
say ‘kekko’ (wonderful), until you’ve seen Nikko”, over peace incorporated the wishes for the perma-
and were built during the great Kanei Era rebuilding. nence of the shogunate, as well as those which The reborn and refreshed 508 carvings
At current costs, the construction took a total of taught life lessons, like the three wise monkeys Yomeimon Fascinating visitors throughout time
approximately 40 billion yen, with approximately (see no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil). It is gate
4,540,000 individuals involved in the construction, now as adults, especially, that it is important ↑ Carvings of ryu (dragons), iki (alligators or dragons ← Shuko Choso, one of the carvings of
with nostrils on the upper lip), ryuba (horse dragons), hermits on the south side of the gate
all in a construction period of just 1 year and 5 that we meditate on the meanings and value of karajishi (Chinese lions), and other sacred beasts pro- → Great care was taken
months. A number of experts from various these teachings. tect the sanctuary with the selection of all of
↑ Mikoshi portable shrines
the materials used, includ-
for Ieyasu (center), Toy-
ing natural pigments, and
otomi Hideyoshi (right),
native Japanese lacquers
This colorful pagoda, covered in lines of ↓ A three dimensional effect
and Minamotono Yoritomo Shinyosha
carvings of the Chinese zodiac signs of the (left) are enshrined here.
is created using a technique
Five story called“okiagezaishiki”
The paintings of the celes-
pagoda three generations of Tokugawa Shoguns, tial maidens on the ceiling
greets arriving worshippers are a must-see sight
The imperfect design was intended
to ward off evil
Omizuya
↑ The central pillar inside the
first layer is open to the public.
There is a ¥300 admission fee to The manifest of the
see the interior.
Drawn from the imagination? → Part of the roof Tokugawa Shogunate
is intentionally left Karamon
→ The tiger of Five story Elephants which protect the storehouse missing to make it
on the main gate
Ieyasu, hare of ↑ The pagoda was originally dedicated imperfect because
gate → The depictions of ancient
Hidetada, and by Sakai Tadakatsu, and then later recon-
pagoda ↑ The sketch of this carving was by Kano Tanyu. It is thought it was believed that Chinese emperors and Emperor
dragon of Iemit- structed by Sakai Tadayuki, both lords of that this unique depiction of elephants was because he had perfect things would Shun express a political ambi-
su line the front the Wakasa Obama domain never actually seen a real elephant be destroyed tion for a peaceful world
Nikko Five story pagoda Front gate Kamijinko Shinkyusha Omizuya Shoro & Koro Yomeimon gate Shinyosha Karamon gate Haiden & Honden Okusha
This approximately 36 meter This is the first gate of To- This building is used to store Houses the sacred horse said This small pavilion houses a The Shoro on the right houses This is the east main gate of This building houses the 3 This gate features 611 carv- The Shogun Seating Hall, This is the grave of Tokugawa
Toshogu tall building was reconstruct- shogu Shrine. Admission fees the clothes for the Hyakumono- to be a messenger of the gods trough or basin of water for hanging bells, while the Koro Toshogu Shrine, and is one mikoshi portable shrines for ings, including human figures which only those of daimyo Ieyasu, where only those of
ed in 1818. It sits at the same are required to proceed past zoroi Sennin Bushi Gyouretsu (from April to November). visitors to purify their body on the left houses taiko drums. of the best-known symbols of Ieyasu, Toyotomi Hideyoshi, which are colored white with rank and above could enter daimyo rank and above were
Shrine elevation above sea level as
Tokyo Skytree® at 634 meters.
this point. This is also known
as the “Niomon” or “Deva
(Procession of a thousand war-
riors) and sacred objects. There
Shown below is a portion of
the 8 scene “Three Wise Mon-
and spirit before worshipping.
Toshogu Shrine was the first
Both buildings were built in
the year 1635.
the shrine. It has also been
called the “higurashi-no-mon”
and Minamotono Yoritomo,
which are used during grand
limewash. This is a sacred
gate which is only opened for
during the Edo Period, is usu-
ally closed to the public but is
allowed to worship during the
Edo Period. The haiden (hall of
example gate” because of the two en-
shrined Deva kings.
are a total of 3 shrine store-
houses, the kamijinko (upper
keys” which depict the lifespan
of monkeys.
shrine to feature this type pu-
rification pavilion. Designed
(gate of sunset), because one
could spend the entire day
festivals in the spring and au-
tumn. It can be viewed from
extremely special occasions. sometimes used for worship
of the head of the Tokugawa
worship) is completely coated
in black Japanese lacquer,
course storehouse), nakajinko (middle
storehouse), and shimojinko
so that water flows upward
using siphon principles.
gazing at the gate and not
become bored.
the outside. Household and other occasions. and a small bronze pagoda in
the back houses the former
(lower storehouse). shogun’s ashes.
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日光山輪王寺
Nikko-zan
The Budda manifestations of the three
Sanbutsudo mountains of Nikko are overwhelmingly Sorinto
(three Buddha
hall) resplendent and majestic pillar
Rinno-ji
Temple ↑ You can also see a seated
image of Jigen Daishi (chief
monk Tenkai) in the inner
sanctuary
→ The principal image of
worship Kokuzo Bosatsu
Constructed by chief monk
Tenkai as prayer for peace
(Akasagarbha Bodhisattva) ↑ 1,000 Buddhist scriptures are contained within the
protector of those born in pillar, and on the outside are inscriptions of Saicho,
the years of the Ox and Tiger founder of the Tendai Sect, and Tenkai
One of Japan’s most prominent Homa ritual (fire offering ritual) sites
Daigomado with honzon (principal images of worship)
(fire offering of the Godaimyo-o (five great wisdom kings)
hall)
The most sacred spot in the Kanto region,
counted as one of the three great temples
of the Tendai Buddhism Sect ↑ The inner sanctuary enshrines
sacred images of the Godaimyo-o
(five great wisdom kings) with
↑ The three Buddha’s represent a family Fudo Myo-o (Acala) in the center
This old temple was reconstructed under the instruction of chief monk Tenkai, and is one of the leading temples of the Tendai Sect with the Senju Kannon (Kannon with One and 30 other sacred images
along with Hiezan Enryaku-ji Temple and Toeizan Kanei-ji Temple. The Sanbutsudo (three Buddha hall) which enshrines the three Thousand Arms) depicting the father, ← Homa sticks which represent
Amida Nyorai (Amitabha Tathagata) the worldly desires are burned in fire
glittering gold Buddhas, is the largest building among the Shrines and Temples of Nikko. There is also a daigomado (fire offering mother, and Bato Kannon (Horse-headed to ward away evil. Also available
hall) where fire offerings are made every day. Kannon) the child for general prayer
The true manifestations of the Bud- butsudo (three Buddha hall) because its inner cherry tree, which is an approximately 500 year
dha of the three mountains of Nikko. sanctuary enshrines Senju Kannon (Kannon old cherry tree that has been designated a Natural Houses numerous priceless A famous garden against
with One Thousand Arms) as Nantai-san (Mt. Monument, and which blooms around the be- Homotsuden treasures which convey the the backdrop of the scenery of the
Three enshrined golden Buddha
Nantai), Amida Nyorai (Amitabha Tathagata) as ginning of May each year. (shrine
history of the Shrines and Shoyo-en seasons in the mountains of Nikko
treasure house)
Rinno-ji Temple is a collective name for 15 temples Nyoho-san (Mt. Nyoho), and Bato Kannon Rinno-ji Temple is also known as a place of Temples of Nikko garden → Late October to mid-November is the best season
and other buildings scattered throughout the (Horse-headed Kannon) as Taro-san (Mt. Taro), prayer for the Homa ritual (fire offering ritual). for viewing the autumnal changing of the leaves.
Nikko-zan and Oku Nikko areas. The sohondo collectively revered as the “Honjibutsu” or “True Homa rituals are held 3 times a day at the Dai- During this period the area is decorated with lights
for a limited time to create a truly fantastical evening
main hall, which was constructed during the Manifestations” of the three mountains of Nikko. gomado (fire offering hall) located behind the
Heian Period, is the core of these buildings and Collectively the statues are the largest wooden Sanbutsudo (three Buddha hall), and anyone
is a hall built in the Esoteric Tendai style of sitting statues in Eastern Japan at approximately can participate if they register in advance. After
which there are only a few examples in the entire 7.5 meters each. In addition, the Kakebotoke (a worshipping, it might also be nice to visit the
country. The building which was constructed round plaque carrying the image of a Buddha) Homotsuden (shrine treasure house) and adjacent
under Tokugawa Iemitsu in year 2 of the Shoho called the “Tosho Sanshogongen Honjibutsu” is Shoyo-en Japanese garden to enjoy a relaxing
Era (1645) was renovated during the great Heisei also jointly enshrined as the honzon (principal stroll while taking in the scenery and beauty of
Era restoration. The building is named the San- object of worship). In front of the hall is the Kongo the season in the mountains of Nikko.
Nikko-zan Rinno-ji Temple example course
Kuromon gate Sanbutsudo Sorinto pillar Daigomado Homotsuden Shoyo-en garden
This gate stands on the Omote- This sohondo main hall which This pillar was constructed in Homa rituals (fire offering rit- This facility is open to the pub- This garden was said to have
sando (front approach) side enshrines the Three Buddhas year 20 of the Kanei Era (1643) ual) are held every day at 7:30, lic for research and houses been created by Kobori Enshu
and is so-named because it is is the largest wooden structure modelled on Hiezan Enryaku-ji 11:00, and 14:00. Each ritual numerous materials of high during the early Edo Period
painted entirely in black. To the in eastern Japan. Temple. It is made of bronze takes approximately 50 min- historical and artistic value and was heavily renovated in
side is a stone pillar with an A hengaku tablet which says and stands at a height of ap- utes with a prayer fee of which are associated with the year 12 of the Bunka Era
↑ Houses approximately 30,000
inscription by Bundo Shunkai. “Kindo” (main hall) is displayed proximately 13.2 meters. ¥3,000. Shrines and Temples of Nikko. (1815).
over the entrance. items which include National
Treasures, Important Cultural
Properties, and Art Treasures.
Approximately 50 items are ex-
hibited at any given time
← Treasures handed down from
the Tokugawa Family are also
on permanent display ↑ A chisen-kaiyushiki style garden (a type of Japanese garden with a pond in the center)
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日光二荒山神社
輪王寺大猷院 Nitenmon
gate
The two deva kings (“niten”)
stand guard with their gazes at
the largest gate among the
Shrines and Temples of Nikko
Haiden,
Ai no ma,
Honden
The 140 ceiling paintings,
said to be collaborative works from the
Kano School, are truly masterpieces
Nikko The guardian deity of Nikko venerated as the
sacred land of mountain worship
Futarasan Jinja
Shrine
This shrine features a more reserved construction than much of the rest of
the Shrines and Temples of Nikko, but the sanctuary area stretches across
approximately 3,400 hectares including the Nikko mountains. The shrine
has been venerated as the center of Nikko’s mountain worship since ancient
times, and is currently also known as place of matchmaking miracles.
The shrine is dedicated to Futara-san
↑ It is worth seeing the dragon ceiling paintings of
Okami, who is a deification of the
the 64 tatami mat size haiden (hall of worship) at three mountains of Nikko The solemn shrine pavilions greet pilgrims
least once. The wall paintings of karajishi (Chinese Haiden who arrive to pray for luck and matchmaking
↑ A red-bodied Zochoten guards the south while green-bodied lions) are the works of the brothers Kano Tanyu and The origin of the shrine name stems from when (hall of worship),
Jikokuten protects the east Kano Yasunobu
Shodo Shonin thought that Mt. Nantai, was Honden
Rinno-ji Temple
(main hall)
“fudarakusan”, the paradise of Kannon, the
Goddess of Mercy, and so the name was taken
↑ Depictions of a rising dragon from the name for the paradise. The objects of
and descending dragon clutching worship of the shrine are the three mountains
spheres in their claws
of Nikko Nantai-san (Mt. Nantai), Nyoho-san
Taiyu-in
(Mt. Nyoho), and Taro-san (Mt. Taro), which are
enshrined as the diety Futara-san Okami. The
The restrained beauty of the hon-den hall (main shrine) was constructed under
the patronage of the 2nd Tokugawa Shogun
mausoleum of Iemitsu Tokugawa Hidetada in year 5 of the Genna Era
(1619), and is the oldest building among the
If you head further into the Shrines and Temples of Nikko, you will encounter the mausoleum where Shrines and Temples of Nikko and the only
Tokugawa Iemitsu rests. Just ahead of the approach to the temple is the hon-den hall (main shrine) building which still maintains the same appear-
which is also known as the “Kinkakuden” (golden pavilion). This is a truly mystical place where one can ance and form as at the time of its original ↑ The building is coated completely in Japanese lacquer and was
see Iemitsu’s respect for his grandfather in every detail. construction. After worshipping at the Haiden reconstructed during the Shoho Era (1644-1648). The general public
(hall of worship), visit the Shinen Garden which can go up the stairs to worship at the Haiden (hall of worship)
is the only building belonging to Rinno-ji Temple
The mausoleum is a must see example unfolds to the rear of the shrine grounds. This is a
which is designated a National Treasure. The 5
of early Edo Period architecture sacred area with several “power spots” including ↓ The principal enshrined deity, Onamuchi
gates on the grounds are also very impressive Yashamon no Mikoto, is another name for Daikokusama
“Taiyu-in” is a “shigo” or “posthumous name” and worth studying down to the finest details. the Futara reisen (Futara miracle spring) filled by (Okuninushi no Mikoto, god of magic and Futara
gate two pure, sacred springs. medicine)
reisen
granted to Tokugawa Iemitsu after his death by
Emperor Go-Komyo. The mausoleum was (Futara miracle
A sacred main gate which draws spring)
constructed in year 2 of the Jo’o Era (1653) under
A brilliant and gaudy Shake the small embossed
the command of the 4th Shogun Tokugawa the eye with its elaborate
decoration gate presided over by Daikokuden mallets to attract luck
Ietsuna, son of Tokugawa Iemitsu, based on his
yasha demons in the (Daikoku hall) This spring is
father’s dying wish that he be able serve
cardinal directions said to grant wisdom
Tokugawa Ieyasu for eternity. ↑ Kendara, who is
and beauty
Hon-den halls (main shrines) are normally enshrined on the ↓ Enjoy matcha pow-
right of the back of dered green tea made
constructed facing the south, however despite
the gate, is a yasha with water from the
the belief in “kimon”, meaning the “demon’s gate” d e m o n w h o p r o- famous spring at the
a superstitious belief that the northeast is unlucky, tects the westerly nearby Azumaya cafe
direction. He holds
the Taiyu-in honden is built facing Toshogu to
a golden axe. ↑ Shake the small embossed
the northeast. Both the scale and decoration Karamon ↑ Pay careful attention to the ← The gate features mallets located inside to pray ↑ The Yakushi no Reisui (healing Buddha
gable ornamentation of cranes numerous carvings for luck and matchmaking sacred spring) which runs from the hill
were kept modest so as not to encroach upon gate and white dragons and side of peonies, which ← A statue of Daikoku Tajima- behind the hon-den hall (main shrine) and
the prestige and influence of Tokugawa Ieyasu, wall panel“Hyakuma Hyakutai are considered a mori (the god of sweets) stands Sake no Izumi (alcohol spring) which runs
however it does make profuse use of gold, and no Hato”dove decorations symbol of wealth in front of the shrine building from Takino’o Jinja Shrine meet here
Rinno-ji Temple Taiyu-in example course Futarasan Jinja Shrine example course
Niomon Gate Nitenmon gate Yashamon gate Karamon gate Haiden, Ai no ma, Kokamon gate Shinmon gate Haiden, Honden Baketoro lantern Daikokuden En musubi no sasa Futara reisen
The Taiyu-in Mausoleum tem- An 11.6 meter high gate which Also known as the “botan mon” Although small, the pillars
Honden This gate is located at the en- The Shinmon gate stands in The watari-den (water pavil- The lantern still bears the One of the subordinate shrines, This sasa bamboo grass is Pure water fills this spring
ple gate with the two devas enshrines Jikokuten and Zo- (peony gate). Be sure not to and beams are magnificently The public can enter up to the trance to the okunoin (inner front of the Otorii gate, and ion) and hon-den hall (main marks of multiple katana cuts it contains an ita’e panel paint- said to call luck for making made from stones from the
Agyo and Ungyo standing to choten, two of the four heav- miss the brilliantly colored coated in gold foil. The gate Haiden (hall of worship) which shrine) where Tokugawa Iemit- was built in commemoration shrine) stand behind the which are said to result from ing called “Nikko of Maneki good matches. Write your Daiya River.Take home some
the left and right. enly kings. Statues of Fujin green, white, red, and blue features openwork lattice or- features gifts of the main three su is laid to rest, but only the of the 1,200 anniversary of the haiden (hall of worship) where when warriors standing around Daikoku” which depicts the wish on a matchmaking plate of the water using the dedi-
(god of the wind) and Raijin bodies of the Yasha demons. naments. branches of the Tokugawa gate is open to the public. The enshrinement of the okumiya daily rituals, prayers, and other the lantern mistook the flames gesture of drawing in luck with (¥200) and tie it to the sasa cated PET bottles (¥300).
(god of thunder) are enshrined Family. The hon-den hall (main gate uses architectural styles (rear shrine) at the summit of activities are conducted. of the lantern for evil spirits a hand. bamboo grass.
on the other side. shrine) is not open to the public, from Min Dynasty China. Mt. Nantai. and attacked it.
but can be viewed from outside.
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BASIC INFORMATION Shrines and
◆ Nikko Toshogu Shrine
☎0288-54-0560 / 2301 Sannai, Nikko / Approximately 5
Temples of Nikko
Guide and Map
minutes’walk from the“Toshogu Higashisando Iriguchi Hotel
Seikoen Mae” bus stop after taking the World Heritage
Sightseeing Bus (Tobu Bus) from Tobu Nikko Station on the
Tobu Nikko Line or JR Nikko Station / Approximately 3.8
km from the Nikko IC on the Nikko Utsunomiya Road / 9:00 to
17:00 (to 16:00 from November to March. Admission allowed
Nikko Toshogu Shrine（P.4）
up to 30 minutes before closing time) Open year-round
High Elementary and
Nikko Futarasan Jinja
Disability
Price table Adults school junior high school
Discount
students students
Small bronze pagoda
Toshogu Ticket
(Covers all locations open to
Shrine (P.9) Founder’
s shrine
¥1,300 ¥1,300 ¥450 ¥1,000
the public from the front gate En musubi no sasa Kano cedar
to the okumiya rear shrine)
Mitomo-jinja Shrine Okusha
Toshogu Shrine / The “Yoi en koma inu” (good
Museum Set Ticket
¥2,100 ¥2,100 ¥770 ― relationship guardian dog) Futara reisen Okumiya haiden
stands at the entrance to the Azumaya Honden Futarasan Jinja
To reach the okusha haiden (inner
Museum Admission Fees ¥1,000 ¥1,000 ¥400 ¥800 Shinen Garden. shrine hall of worship), pass through
Shrine office
You may be gifted with a good Daikokuden the sakashitamon gate, then climb
Art Museum Admission Fees ¥800 ¥600 ¥400 ― relationship if you pet the dog! the flight of 207 stone steps.
Baketoro Honden
Ishi no ma Main shrine
Hoto small Haiden
Hie-jinja Shrine
◆Nikko-zan Rinno-ji Temple bronze pagoda
Shinen Garden reception Haiden
Toshogu Shrine
☎0288-54-0531 / Sannai, Nikko / A short walk from the (Tokugawa office
“Shodo Shonin Zo Mae”bus stop after taking the World Iemitsu’
s grave) Nitenmon gate Omizuya Kitoden
Heritage Sightseeing Bus (Tobu Bus) from Tobu Nikko Station
Doutorii Karamon gate
on the Tobu Nikko Line or JR Nikko Station / Approximately Nikko Toshogu
3.6 km from the Nikko IC on the Nikko Utsunomiya Road / Yashamon gate Shinmon gate Nemuri neko Art Museum
Niomon gate Shinyosha
8:00 to 17:00 (to 16:00 from November to March. Admission
En musubi Yomeimon gate Corridor
allowed up to 30 minutes before closing time) Open year- Karamon gate
round Otorii gate no goshinboku
Koro Shoro
Hoko Honchido hall
Haiden Uw
◆Rinno-ji Temple Taiyu-in Mausoleum Kamijinko The Nikko Toshogu Museum
Hokkedo hall
Taiyu-in as features exhibitions including
hi Rinzo Mawari
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Kokamon gate Ai no ma Nakajinko the namban helmet and armor
☎0288-54-0531 (Nikko-zan Rinno-ji Temple) / 2300 Sannai, Nikko / Approximately Mausoleum ad ich Doro
1 minutes’walk from the“Taiyu-in/Futarasan Jinja”bus stop after taking the worn by Tokugawa Ieyasu.
Honden Guardroom i
World Heritage Sightseeing Bus (Tobu Bus) from Tobu Nikko Station on the Tobu
Nikko Line or JR Nikko Station / Approximately 4.1 km from the Nikko IC on the Ticket Office Omizuya Shimojinko
Jogyo-do Hall Sh
Nikko Utsunomiya Road / 8:00 to 17:00 (to 16:00 from late November to March. im Shinkyusha
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Admission allowed up to 30 minutes before closing time) Open year-round
Front gate
World Heritage d hi
Adults/
Elementary and Jigendo hall Sightseeing Bus
Price table junior high school
high school students
students Nikko Successive “Taiyu-in / Five story Okariden
The Naki Ryu (roaring dragon)
Rinno-ji Temple Ticket (Sanbutsudo Cloistered Imperial Futarasan Jinja Mae” is located in the Honchido hall. pagoda
¥900 ¥400 The jigendo hall is the final rest-
(three Buddha hall)/Taiyu-in Mausoleum)
ing place of chief monk Tenkai. Princes Grave This painting on the ceiling is Nikko Toshogu Shrine
Sanbutsudo (Three Buddha hall) Ticket ¥400 ¥200 A Buddhist memorial service is Hoan den said to make the sound of a
held on the anniversary of his
Ticket Office
Go-o-den roaring dragon when wooden Nikko Toshogu Museum
Taiyu-in Mausoleum Ticket ¥550 ¥250 death on October 2nd, each clappers are used below the
Homotsuden (Shrine Treasure House)/
year (not open to the public) painting. Ichinotorii
Shoyo-en Garden Ticket
¥300 ¥100
Daigomado
◆Nikko Futarasan Jinja Shrine
Rinno-ji Temple Nikko-zan Rinno-ji Gohotendo
☎0288-54-0535 / Sannai, Nikko / Approximately 1 minutes’
Taiyu-in Mausoleum(P.8) Temple (P.6) Sorinto pillar
walk from the “Taiyu-in/Futarasan Jinja” bus stop after Sanbutsudo
taking the World Heritage Sightseeing Bus (Tobu Bus) from
Tobu Nikko Station on the Tobu Nikko Line or JR Nikko Rinno-ji Honbo Omotesando
Station / Approximately 4.1 km from the Nikko IC on the
Nikko Utsunomiya Road / 8:00 to 17:00 (9:00 to 16:00 Rinno-ji Temple Ticket Office Kongo
from November to March. Admission allowed up to 30
minutes before closing time) Open year-round cherry tree
Kuromon gate
Price Table High school
Elementary and
Shiunkaku Homotsuden
*No charge for visits for worship Adults junior high school
students
purposes only students
Shodo Shonin statue
Shinen Garden Admission Fee ¥300 ¥100 ¥100
Shinkyo Bridge Admission Fee ¥300 ¥200 ¥100
World Heritage Shoyo-en World Heritage
Sightseeing Bus garden Sightseeing Bus
*Some areas may be closed or restricted during some periods for festivals, events,
"Omotesando" “Shodo Shonin-zo-mae”
exhibition changes, or other purposes.
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SHRINES and TEMPLES of
THE WORLD HERITAGE
Rinno-ji Temple Taiyu-in P.8 Map of Nikko Toshogu Shrine area
Nikko Futarasan jinja Shrine P.9
Taiyuin・ Nikko Toshogu Shrine P.4
Futarasanjinja mae
Nikko-zan Rinno-ji Temple P.6
Toshogu Higashisando Iriguchi Hotel Seikoen-mae
Nishisando Shodo Shonin Zo-mae
Shinkyo
Nikko Sogo Kaikan
Sogokaikan-mae Nikko Post Office
Shinkyo P.2
Omotesando
Nikko City Hall Branch
Tobu Nikko sta.
Nikko Utsunomiya Road Nikko City Public Library
Issued March, 2021 Issued by : DMO Nikko
JR Nikko
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schedule depending on traffic congestion.
World Heritage Site 1.5km
Registered Area
Nikko IC
ACCESS Tokyo ⇒ Nikko（Tochigi prefecture）
Metropolitan Nikko-
Expwy Tohoku Expwy Utsunomiya Road
By Car Urawa Utsunomiya Nikko
Tokyo
IC 98.2km IC 25km IC
60min 19min
Tohoku Shinkansen JR Nikko Line local
By JR Tokyo Utsunomiya Nikko
sta. 50min sta. 40min sta.
Keikyu Line Tobu Railway Limited Express SPACIA
By Tobu Haneda Asakusa Tobu Nikko
railway Airport sta. 40min sta. 120min sta.
By JR & Express Nikko-go , Kinugawa-go
Tobu Shinjuku Ikebukuro Urawa Omiya Tobu Nikko
railway sta. sta. sta. sta. Shinjuku-Tobu Nikko 120min sta.
● Maronie-go Bus Narita Narita Narita
One-way ¥4,600 JR Nikko
Airport Airport Airport
*Only operates between April and November, confirm 220min Ekimae
schedule before use. Service is currently suspended as of Terminal 3 Terminal 2 Terminal 1
By Bus March 2021.
● Tohoku Kyuko Bus Tokyo Station
Tobu Nikko
Nikko ⇔ Tokyo Line Yaesu South Exit/
sta.
180min
One-way ¥2,500, Round Trip ¥4,000 Nihonbashi Exit
【JR】JAPAN RAIL PASS http://www.japanrailpass.net/
Train Passes JR EAST PASS https://www.jreast.co.jp/e/eastpass/
are available 【Tobu railway】https://www.tobu.co.jp/en/ticket/nikko/all.html
【Tobu Bus】https://www.tobu-bus.com/en/
Details here 【Issued by】DMO Nikko
Multilingual tourist information site 1- Imaichi Honcho, Nikko, Tochigi, 321-1292
Guidoor now open
Tel：0288-25-3320
Mall：jimukyoku@dmo-nikko.or.jp
URL：https://dmo-nikko.jp
for service to make your travels 【Production Support】
more convenient and more fun! Nikko Toshogu Shrine
Nikko-zan Rinno-ji Temple
Free Nikko Futarasan-jinja Shrine
The prices noted in these materials are current as of March 2021 (all Prices are tax inclusive).
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