Discover the World Heritage Sites of Nikko, Japan: The Two Shrines and One Temple

In Japan, there's a saying that goes, 'Don't say magnificent until you've seen Nikko.' This highlights the importance of visiting Nikko when traveling in Japan. The 'Two Shrines and One Temple' in Nikko is one of Japan's 23 World Heritage Sites. The 'Two Shrines' refer to Toshogu Shrine and Futarasan Shrine, while the 'One Temple' is Rinnoji Temple. Toshogu Shrine is dedicated to Tokugawa Ieyasu, the founder of the Tokugawa shogunate, who is revered as a deity after his death. Suggested itinerary: Shinkyo Bridge - Rinnoji Temple - Rinnoji Treasure House - Toshogu Shrine - Taiyuin (the mausoleum of Tokugawa Iemitsu, Ieyasu's grandson). Estimated visit time is 5 hours. Public transportation: Take a bus from Tobu Nikko Station and get off at Shinkyo Bridge; lines A, B, and C all stop at Shinkyo. Tickets: Toshogu Shrine 1600 yen/adult, Toshogu Treasure House (1000 yen/adult, with a 200 yen discount if you purchase a combined ticket), Taiyuin 550 yen/adult, Rinnoji Treasure House and Garden 300 yen/adult. Additional: Near Toshogu Shrine, you can visit Beams Japan for a quick shopping experience. #NikkoJapan #WorldHeritageJapan #ToshoguShrine