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Nikko · Tochigi

Nikko Toshogu Shrine

The gilded shrine of Tokugawa Ieyasu, deep in the Nikko cedars.

From $10.67 ¥1,644 Duration 180 min Nikko

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Adult (18+)

Shrine admission

$10.67 ¥1,644 /ticket

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Highlights

  • Yomeimon gate & sleeping cat
  • UNESCO World Heritage
  • ~2 hours from Asakusa

A UNESCO World Heritage shrine famous for its gilded Yomeimon gate, the sleeping cat and the three wise monkeys. Admission around ¥1.600. Reach Nikko in about two hours from Asakusa — an easy day trip.

Guest reviews

Recent visitor reviews

4.8

13 verified reviews

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So much more than we expected from Nikko Toshogu Shrine — we'd happily go again on our next trip.

Emil S.

Sweden · English

June 2026
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Nice and calm on a weekday. Nikko Toshogu Shrine is well worth a visit if you're in Nikko.

Scarlett H.

United States · English

May 2026
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The sunset slot at Nikko Toshogu Shrine was unforgettable — colours everywhere and a magical atmosphere.

Chloe R.

United Kingdom · English

April 2026
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The views from Nikko Toshogu Shrine exceeded every photo we'd seen — worth planning the whole day around.

Amelia T.

Australia · English

March 2026
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Gorgeous from every angle — bring a good camera, you'll want to remember every moment.

Harper J.

United Kingdom · English

February 2026
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We visited Nikko Toshogu Shrine on a weekday afternoon and it was beautifully calm. One of our best memories.

Olivia M.

Australia · English

January 2026