Nikko Station is usually the starting point for exploring Toshogu Shrine, Kegon Falls, Lake Chuzenji and the wider Nikko area. But first-time visitors often become confused because Nikko actually has two main railway stations: Tobu Nikko Station and JR Nikko Station. Fortunately, the two stations are only a few minutes apart on foot, and both

Nikko Kegon Waterfall, better known as Kegon Falls, is one of the most impressive natural attractions in Nikko. Water from Lake Chuzenji drops about 97 meters into a rocky gorge, creating a powerful waterfall surrounded by mountains and forest. Kegon Falls is also very easy to combine with Lake Chuzenji because both are around the

Nikko Lake Chuzenji, usually called simply Lake Chuzenji, is one of the best places to visit in Nikko for mountain scenery, waterfalls and peaceful lakeside views. Located in Oku-Nikko at the foot of Mount Nantai, the lake is easy to combine with Kegon Falls and several nearby attractions in one day. For first-time visitors, Lake

Kinugawa Ropeway is one of the easiest ways to see Kinugawa Onsen from above. The cable car climbs about 300 metres in roughly four minutes and takes you to the top of Mount Maruyama, where you can enjoy panoramic views, visit Onsen Shrine and see Japanese macaques at Osaru no Yama. If you are staying

Kinugawa Onsen Station is the main gateway to Kinugawa Onsen and one of the most useful transport hubs for exploring the Nikko area. If you arrive from Tokyo, this is where you can connect to hotels, Edo Wonderland, Kinugawa Ropeway, Tobu World Square, central Nikko, and other parts of the Kinugawa valley. The station also

Getting from Kinugawa Onsen to Nikko is simple. For most travelers, the easiest option is the Tobu train from Kinugawa Onsen Station to Tobu Nikko Station, with one change at Shimo-Imaichi. The journey usually takes about 30 minutes and costs ¥330 one way. If you are traveling on a Saturday, Sunday or national holiday, a

Choosing the right Kinugawa Onsen hotel depends on what matters most to you. Some travelers want to walk straight from the station, while others care more about a private onsen, river views, Japanese meals or a large resort with plenty to do. For a first visit, I would look at the location before anything else.

Kinugawa Onsen is one of the easiest hot-spring towns to visit from Tokyo. Located in Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture, it is known for riverside hotels, traditional ryokan, mountain scenery, natural hot springs and several popular attractions. Many visitors know Kinugawa mainly because of Edo Wonderland and Tobu World Square. However, the town itself is worth spending

Edo Wonderland Nikko Edomura (Nikko Edo Wonderland) is one of Japan’s most unusual theme parks. Instead of roller coasters and futuristic attractions, you step into a recreated town from the Edo period, where samurai walk the streets, ninja perform live shows, merchants work inside wooden buildings, and visitors can even dress as historical characters. If