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  • October 22, 2024

    Hongu Cafe

    We at Snow Monkey Resorts love to try new cafes, and this cafe in Nikko is a must visit! Located just a stone’s throw away from the famous Shinkyo Bridge and at the foot of Nikko National Park, t...
  • August 13, 2024

    Shinkyō Bridge

    For many people, Shinkyō Bridge is the symbol of Nikko. The bridge was constructed in 1639, and it is ranked as one of the top 3 bridges in all of Japan due to its beauty and significance. It is a hi...
  • August 13, 2024

    Futarasan Shrine

    Located in the World Heritage area of Nikko, Futarasan Shrine is one of the top attractions to visit during your trip to Nikko. Founded in 782, Futarasan was founded by the first Buddhist Head Priest...
  • August 13, 2024

    Rinnoji Temple and Shoyoen Gardens

    Located within the World Heritage area of Nikko, Rinnoji Temple and Shoyoen Gardens are one of the top attractions to visit during a trip to Nikko. Rinnoji is a Buddhist temple founded over 1,200 yea...
  • August 8, 2024

    Nikko Toshogu Museum

    The museum was opened in 2015 to commemorate the 400 year anniversary of Tokugawa Ieyasu’s death. It has an impressive collection of Ieyasu’s personal belongings, including his armour, swords an...
  • August 8, 2024

    Taiyuin Temple Complex

    A sub-temple of the nearby Rinnoji Temple, Taiyuin Temple is the temple of the third Tokugawa Shogunate, Tokugawa Iemitsu who lived from 1604 to 1651. Iemitsu was the grandchild of Tokugawa...
  • August 8, 2024

    Nikko Toshogu Shrine Complex

    Toshogu Shrine is arguably the most impressive and beautiful of all the temples and shrines on the heritage site of Nikko. It was built in 1617 during the Edo period, and it is the shrine where ...
  • August 8, 2024

    Kanmangafuchi Abyss

    A beautiful and serene gorge off the beaten path in the heart of Nikko, Kanmangafuchi Abyss is a must visit for those who want to escape the crowds and experience a true hidden gem. Kanmangafuchi is ...
  • August 8, 2024

    Tamozawa Imperial Villa

    This beautiful villa has a rich history when Shogunate and Royalty used to walk its halls. The villa used to be located in Tokyo, where it was the Edo residence of the Kishi Tokugawa clan. However, b...