In Japan, there is a saying (pun) that goes "Don't say Kekko until you see Nikko", which means "Don't say you are fully satisfied until you see Nikko". The great representation of Nikko is the combination of unparelled Cultural World Heritage Site of Toshogu Shrine and pure beauty of nature at Kegon Falls and Lake Chuzenji. This tour covers all of those key sites with my professional explanation of history and culture behind those heritages. Let's discover beauty of Nikko and exclaim "Kekko!!"
At your hotel
I will meet with you at your hotel or at your desired point in Tokyo. I recommend a hired van which you can arrange through GoWith Guide. That would be the most time-efficient and economical way when you are a group of 5 or so.
Nikko Toshogu Shrine is significant in two ways - one, for its artistic beauty. Its main gate Yomei Mon is also called "Higurashi-no-mon", which literally means that the beauty of the gate makes you stay there until after the sunset, for you forget about the time elapse. Another significance is its historic value which signifies the power of the first Shogun, IEYASU, who has been deified ias God in this shrine. Unfortunatelly, as we have a designated time schedule, you cannot quite stay there until sunset, however, I'm sure you will enjoy the after-image of this beautiful gate together with the pictures you will be taking during the tour.
You will enjoy variety of authentic Japanese or other ethnic cuisine of your choice.
This is a wonder of nature - elevation is 97 meters from the top of the falls and the bottom. You will see, hear and feel the spiritual water falls from close observations point.
Entertains you with its natural beauty all the year round with its fresh air at the altitude of 1,269 meters above sea level
Relaxed and comfortable ride back to Tokyo
At the last tour site or your hotel
The guest will witness the combination of unparelled Cultural World Heritage Site of Toshogu Shrine and pure beauty of nature such as Kegon Falls and Lake Chuzenji
The guide will feel as if they are back to Edo Period with artistic works from 400 years ago
This tour covers all of those key sites with my professional explanation of history and culture behind those heritages
You will discover beauty of Nikko which will stay in your heart for a long time
Hotel pick-up
guided tour
Escorting back to hotel
Transportation fee for the guide
Any transportation fee for the guest
Any meals
Any admission fees
I can guide you if you pay my transportation fee.
We do lots of walking, so "easy-to-walk" footware is recommended
Also your tour guide would like to know when to rest to avoid excessive walking
Your comfort and satisfaction is our #1 key.
The time schedule described above may fluctuate depending on the traffic
Tom Is a great tour guide and a very kind person. If you are visiting Tokyo city, a full day trip with him is highly recommended. His English pronaunciation is highly understandable by a non-native English speaker Thank you Again Tom!
Thank you so much for your generous and kind words. It really was a pleasure touring Tokyo with you. I look forward to the next time !! All my very best.
Tom was awesome. Very friendly, very knowledgeable, very flexible. Made our first full day in Tokyo amazing.
I was truly impressed by mutual love between father and son!! It really was a wonderful tour for myself thanks to two of you - I will continue to pray for your safe and pleasant journey!!
Tom was a great guide for our first day journey around Tokyo. He knows and loves the city and takes you through Tokyo with professionalism and care. Thank you, Tom!
John and Lauren, It truly was a pleasure being with you, a wonderful couple. Thank you for creating a special place in my heart with warm memories. I will continue to wish for the very best for two of you. If you need any support while you’re in Japan, you now have a good friend - I am always ready to help you. Sincerely, Tom
We hired Tom for our first two days in Tokyo. Tom speaks fluent English, is communicative, kind and cordial. Our second day was excellent, with lunch at a delicious restaurant in Asakusa! Tom took care of booking a tea ceremony for us and it was an unique and immersive experience into the Japanese culture. We were able to visit several places in Tokyo calmly and peacefully! Thanks, Tom! Now we have a friend in Tokyo! We hope to return soon!