Nikko Nikko is a popular daytrip from Tokyo and one of Japan's favourite tourist attractions. The shrines and the temples in the city, and above all the spledid Tosho-gu Shrine are among the best sighst in the country so you should include Nikko in your trip even if you have only one week. The main attraction is the Tosho-gu shrine. More Chinese than Japanese this building dates back to the 1650s, but was restored in 1818. Other attracions include the Futara-san-jija shrine, the Taiyuin-byo, basically a smaller version of the Tosho-gu, the Shin-Kyo bridge and the Rinno-ji Temple. A trip to Chuzenji-ko Lake is nice too. Almost an hour by bus along a winding road. Beautiful scenery and a 100 meter high waterfall, well-known for suicides are the main attractions.
|