Nikko 2-Day Itinerary

A curated 2-day trip plan for Nikko, Japan — featuring Shinkyō Bridge, Nikkō Tōshōgū, Nikko Futarasan Shrine.

Day 1

Sacred temples and iconic bridge

9:00 AMShinkyō Bridge45 minutes
Begin at this iconic red lacquer bridge, the gateway to Nikko's sacred sites.
10:00 AMNikkō Tōshōgū2.5 hours
Explore Japan's most ornate shrine complex, a UNESCO World Heritage site dedicated to Tokugawa Ieyasu.
12:45 PMNikko Futarasan Shrine1 hour
Visit this serene shrine nestled within the forested grounds adjacent to Tōshōgū.

Waterfalls, moor, and natural wonders

9:00 AMKegon Waterfalls1.5 hours
Marvel at this stunning 97-meter waterfall cascading into Lake Chūzenji.
11:00 AMRyuzu Falls1.5 hours
Hike to this picturesque series of cascades along the scenic mountain road.
1:00 PMSenjōgahara Moor1.5 hours
Walk the elevated boardwalk trails through this wetland plateau with mountain views.

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