日光東照宮
4.5 (34,223)attraction
4.5 (34,223)Admission ticket required to enter; combined ticket covering Nikkō Tōshōgū and Yakushidō available at Nikko Station for ¥1,600 per person.
Set among ancient cedars, this World Heritage shrine dazzles with vibrant colors and ornate Edo-period craftsmanship.
Description
Dedicated to Tokugawa Ieyasu, the founding shogun of the Edo period, this complex anchors the Shrines and Temples of Nikko with 55 historic structures, including eight National Treasures and 34 Important Cultural Properties.
Traditional rites also animate the grounds during major festivals in May and October, from Ogasawara-school horseback archery to a ceremonial procession featuring over 1,200 participants in samurai attire.
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Many stairs to climb