Nikko World Heritage Toshogu Shrine Main Shrine/Treasure Museum Admission Ticket

Tokugawa Ieyasu Shrine
Nikko Toshogu

Nikko Toshogu is a shrine located in Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan, and is one of the most important shrines in Japanese history. Toshogu was completed in 1636 and was registered as a World Heritage Site in 1999 in recognition of its splendid decorations, sculptures, and excellent architectural technology.

Toshogu is a valuable place to experience traditional Japanese culture and a place where you can get a glimpse of the history and architecture of the time, so be sure to visit it during your trip to Nikko, Tochigi.

Introduction to major attractions

- Three monkeys
: The three monkeys covering their eyes, mouth, and ears are the most famous sculptures in Nikko Toshogu. It means 'Don't see, don't hear, don't speak' and aims for an ethical and moral life.

- Sleeping Cat
: The sleeping cat located at the entrance to the road to Tokugawa Ieyasu's grave can only be understood if you look closely. It looks like it is sleeping with its eyes closed, but it is said that it is guarding Tokugawa Ieyasu's grave with its ears perked up and its nerves on edge. Take a tour of Toshogu while looking for hidden meanings!

Toshogu Treasure Museum Set Ticket

Purchase a set that includes admission to the Treasure Museum, which houses, exhibits, and displays the relics of Tokugawa Ieyasu, as well as offerings from the daimyo family and ritual instruments from the main shrine! In addition, there is also a video that recreates Nikko Toshogu's Yomeimon Gate using CG graphics, so there is plenty to see. There is also a cafe that is perfect for taking a break, so we recommend visiting it!