What other travelers are saying about Nikko National Park
Nice place to visit if you want a change from the busy Tokyo city life. Nikko has a lot of nice hikes, sceneries, lakes, mountains for you to enjoy. It’s worth the short distance away.
The Nikko National Park is one of the great tourist attraction in Japan for so many waterfalls, Lake, Dead volcano mountain, mountain Observatory points, shrine, Museum, onsen, hiking trails, Resorts, restaurants, souvenirs shop and many more. Very much popular spot for dogs. You can also witness of Monkeys. You have to stay at least one night, two days to explore whole Nikko park.
Such a picturesque place, initially I thought a day trip would be enough but if you really want to to take in the views which include the mountains, lake, waterfalls or man made structures you would need to stay longer.
If you want to learn more about the history of Japan, Nikko is one of the places you have to visit. One of the elaborated temple designs and deep-rooted history are ones to look out. There are ares where photographs and videos aren't allowed, but you have to experience it personally. Especially the crying dragon and the magical sounds.
Nikko National Park is easily accessible from Tokyo by train. The Tobu Nikko Line offers a direct service from Asakusa Station, taking about two hours. Alternatively, the JR Nikko Line connects from Utsunomiya Station to the Tohoku Shinkansen Line from Tokyo Station.
Yes, Nikko National Park offers several beginner-friendly hiking trails. The Senjogahara Marshland Trail is popular, providing a relatively flat and easy hike through beautiful marshlands with stunning views of Mt. Nantai.
The park is known for its hot springs, particularly in the Oku-Nikko area. Yumoto Onsen is a well-known hot spring town within the park, offering a relaxing experience after a day of exploring.
In addition to sightseeing, Nikko National Park offers various activities such as hiking, boating on Lake Chuzenji, fishing, and bird watching.
