Nikko – Explore Japan’s Sacred Shrines in 2025

Nikko, perched in Tochigi Prefecture amid cedar forests and misty mountains, is Japan’s spiritual jewel, home to UNESCO-listed shrines that blend Shinto grandeur with Buddhist serenity. Founded in the 8th century, Nikko’s Toshogu Shrine—final resting place of shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu—draws pilgrims and travelers seeking architectural marvels