Nikkō Tōshōgū

Landmark

Nikkō Tōshōgū

Nikko, Japan

Nikkō Tōshōgū Shrine, a lavishly decorated UNESCO World Heritage Site, was built in 1617 for Tokugawa Ieyasu. Its vibrant carvings, like the famous three wise monkeys, are tucked among towering cedar trees.

Best time to visit

Autumn (Sep–Nov)

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