Nikko's mountains, lakes, temples, and hot springs are even more beautiful when blanketed in snow. The freezing winter temperatures present opportunities for season-specific scenery and activities. Nikko's snow-covered landscape is within easy …

Feb 4, 2015 · On a warm, sunny day in January, crowds were miniscule compared to the swarms of tourists that take over the area come summer. A winter visit can give you the authentic experience of what Nikko ought to be: a mountainside wonder to …

Nikko has plenty to offer for visitors of all ages and interests. In this article, we tell you the top things to see and do for your January trip to Nikko. Get inspired by the events, activities, attractions, and experiences unique to January.

Nikko (日光, Nikkō) is a town at the entrance to Nikko National Park, most famous for Toshogu, Japan's most lavishly decorated shrine and the mausoleum of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the founder of the Tokugawa shogunate.

Oct 21, 2020 · There are many wonderful natural attractions located in Nikko National Park, such as the Nikko Mountain range consisting of Mt. Nantai and Mt. Nyoho, Lake Chuzenji, and the hot springs springing up around Nikko Yumoto.

Dec 9, 2024 · On the fringe of Nikko lies Okunikko, home to the Senjogahara marshlands, Mt. Nantai, Lake Chuzenji and Kegon Falls, which freezes dramatically in winter. Most sites, from waterfalls to onsen towns, can be explored along one route, making it an ideal one-day trip.

Jan 13, 2020 · Winter in Nikko is a spectacular season when the Kegon Falls freeze over to form stunning icefalls. The main waterfall has a height of 100m, and the Kegon Falls is ranked as one of Japan’s top three most beautiful waterfalls.

Visitors gather at temples around Nikko from 11:00 p.m. on New Year's Eve to have a chance to ring the bell at midnight. At Nikkosan Rinnoji Temple, Nikkosan Chuzenji Temple, and Nikkosan Onsenji Temple, the bells ring through the precincts on New Year’s Day (midnight on January 1).

Check accurate weather in January in Nikko. Expect Nikko January temperature around 4°C (39°F). Read clothing tips & recommended activities.

A breathtaking display from January to March happens in Nikko with the Yunishikawa Onsen Kamakura Festival. Also known as ‘Historical Culture Night View,’ the festival features long rows of handmade snow lamps that light up in the night.