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Nikko

City · Tochigi Prefecture, 🇯🇵 Japan
Population 77,027
Area 1,450 km²
Time zone Asia/Tokyo
Official website www.city.nikko.lg.jp
Nikko

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Nikko's Sacred Treasures and Natural Wonders

Nikko features a concentration of UNESCO World Heritage sites and natural landmarks within the Nikko National Park. This selection highlights the opulent Tōshō-gū shrine, the final resting place of Tokugawa Ieyasu, and the Taiyuin mausoleum. Major religious sites like Rinnō-ji Temple and Futarasan-jinja are complemented by the iconic Shinkyo Bridge. The region's volcanic geography is represented by the 97-meter Kegon Falls, Lake Chūzenji at the foot of Mount Nantai, and the expansive wooden architecture of the Tamozawa Imperial Villa.

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Nikko's UNESCO Heritage Sites

The Shrines and Temples of Nikko comprise 103 buildings across three main complexes: the Tōshō-gū Shinto shrine, the Futarasan-jinja Shinto shrine, and the Rinnō-ji Buddhist temple. Dating primarily from the 17th century, these structures represent the pinnacle of Edo-period architecture and artistic decoration. The site serves as the final resting place of Shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu and illustrates the historical fusion of Shinto and Buddhist traditions within a sacred forest landscape of ancient cedar trees.

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Shinto Shrines and Buddhist Temples

Nikko’s spiritual landscape is defined by the Shrines and Temples of Nikko, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This collection features the opulent Tōshō-gū, the final resting place of Tokugawa Ieyasu, alongside the ancient Rinnō-ji Temple and Futarasan-jinja. These sites showcase the intricate wood carvings and gold leaf of Edo-period architecture, set against a backdrop of ancient cedar forests. The list includes major pilgrimage destinations and secluded mountain shrines that have served as centers of Shinto and Buddhist worship for over 1,200 years.

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Scenic Nature Views

This collection highlights the geological landmarks of Nikko National Park, centered around the volcanic activity of Mount Nantai. It features the 97-meter-high Kegon Falls and Lake Chuzenji, a body of water formed by ancient lava flows. The list covers the diverse hydrology of the Oku-Nikko region, from the 400-hectare Senjogahara marshland to high-altitude wetlands situated at 2,000 meters. These sites offer specific insights into Japan's alpine ecosystems, featuring multi-tiered waterfalls, volcanic lakes, and specialized marshland flora.

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Climate & when to visit

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Typical weather in January

Poor
  • 0° (feels like -6°) · extremes -10°–4°
  • -6° at night
  • 19 rainy days
  • 11 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 2 · low

Typical weather in February

Poor
  • 1° (feels like -5°) · extremes -11°–7°
  • -6° at night
  • 15 rainy days
  • 12 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 3 · moderate

Typical weather in March

Poor
  • 6° (feels like 1°) · extremes -8°–15°
  • -3° at night
  • 15 rainy days
  • 12 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 4 · moderate

Typical weather in April

Poor
  • 13° (feels like 10°) · extremes -3°–21°
  • 3° at night
  • 13 rainy days
  • 11 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in May

Good
  • 19° (feels like 18°) · extremes 2°–25°
  • 8° at night
  • 13 rainy days
  • 9 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 6 · high

Typical weather in June

Good
  • 23° (feels like 24°) · extremes 9°–27°
  • 14° at night
  • 16 rainy days
  • 4 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 6 · high

Typical weather in July

Fair
  • 27° (feels like 29°) · extremes 14°–31°
  • 18° at night
  • 21 rainy days
  • 3 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Muggy, humid air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 6 · high

Typical weather in August

Fair
  • 28° (feels like 31°) · extremes 15°–31°
  • 19° at night
  • 20 rainy days
  • 4 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Muggy, humid air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 7 · high

Typical weather in September

Good
  • 24° (feels like 25°) · extremes 9°–29°
  • 15° at night
  • 18 rainy days
  • 5 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Humid air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in October

Good
  • 17° (feels like 16°) · extremes 3°–23°
  • 9° at night
  • 15 rainy days
  • 8 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 4 · moderate

Typical weather in November

Poor
  • 11° (feels like 7°) · extremes -2°–17°
  • 3° at night
  • 16 rainy days
  • 11 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 3 · moderate

Typical weather in December

Poor
  • 4° (feels like -1°) · extremes -7°–10°
  • -2° at night
  • 20 rainy days
  • 11 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 2 · low

Climate data: NASA POWER (MERRA-2) · 1996–2025

Practical information

Currency
Japanese Yen JPY ¥ · Card payments · Commonly accepted
Emergency numbers
118
Electricity
Type A / Type B
100 V · 60 Hz
Languages
Japanese
Tap water
Safe to drink
Driving side
Left
Calling code
+81
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Tours & Activities

Tōshō-gū shrine
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Shinkyo Bridge
Walk
Rinnō-ji Temple Complex

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