Destination · World Heritage

Nikko

A UNESCO World Heritage destination in Tochigi Prefecture, celebrated for centuries-old sacred shrines, forested mountains, and dramatic alpine waterfalls.

Nikko World Heritage mountain landscape and autumn scenery

Ancient heritage & mountain nature

Located in the mountains of Tochigi Prefecture, Nikko has been a sacred spiritual center for over a millennium. Renowned for the lavish Nikko Toshogu Shrine, the sacred Shinkyo Bridge, and the natural beauty around Lake Chuzenji and Kegon Falls, it offers a peaceful mountain contrast to central Tokyo.

Related experience

Explore this historic mountain region on our private Nikko World Heritage Day Trip, departing directly from your accommodation in Tokyo.