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Thing to Do in Nikkō

You won’t even have time to hear, see or speak any evil during your trip to Nikkō. There’s just too much to do! Start with the city’s three famous shrines: Tōshōgū, Rinnoji and Futarasan. Tōshōgū is Tokugawa leyasu’s shrine. This is also the site of the famous Sacred Stables, which features the original carving of the three wise monkeys shielding eyes, ears and mouth.

Lest you think Nikko holidays are only about snapping pics of famous shrines, take a step back and look around. The city is also surrounded by gorgeous nature. Get away from the crowds (and your Nikkō hotel) with a trip to the Nikkō Botanical Garden or during a long hike through Nikkō National Park. If you really want to challenge yourself, hike to the summit of Mt. Nakimushi.

Getting to and Around Nikkō

If your holiday brings you to Tokyo, you should dedicate at least a day to Nikkō. From your Tokyo accommodation, you have three transportation options. The fastest way to town is the private Tōbu Nikkō Line. If you already have a Japanese Railway Pass, take the JR train. Finally, a car hire deal from Wotif also works. When you get to town, you can find plenty of tour buses that will zip you right to the city’s most famous shrines.

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