About This Tour
Explore the grounds of Nikko Toshogu Shrine’s precincts, including Yomeimon, the Three Wise Monkeys, and the Sleeping Cat, learning the lessons and symbols of peace embedded in each piece, while deeply experiencing the legacy of Tokugawa Ieyasu and the history of Nikko. Special visit to Oku-miya, Tokugawa Ieyasu’s mausoleum. Participate in a private prayer inside a restricted sanctuary, experiencing the silence and divinity of this sacred space. Step into the Shogun’s Audience Chamber and join a symbolic Naorai ritual, feeling the authority and spiritual depth of the Edo shogunate. Discover the artistry of Toshogu through the rare “Saishiki Mitorizu,” unveiling the techniques and symbolism behind its ornate carvings and vibrant decorations.
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Meeting point:Shinkyo Bridge Ticket Counter 1091 Kamihatsuishi-machi, Nikko-shi, Tochigi, 321-1401 Access:1 min. walk from “Shinkyo” bus stop (Tobu Bus bound for Yumoto Onsen or World Heritage Bus from Tobu Nikko Station).
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