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  • Nikko Area

Michi-no-Eki Nikko Kaido Nikoniko Honjin

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A hub for tourism welcoming visitors to the World Heritage city of Nikko

The roadside station “Michi-no-Eki Nikko Kaido Nikoniko Honjin” held a grand opening to the public on 27 April 2015. It is located at the junction of three highways known as the Nikko Cedar Avenue (Nikko-Kaido, Aizunishi-Kaido and Reiheishi-Kaido), in the city centre of Nikko. The roadside station is a hub for tourism and transportation that leads visitors to sights such as the UNESCO World Heritage “Shrines and Temples of Nikko” and one of Japan’s most popular hot spring towns, “Kinugawa and Kawaji Onsen”.

Nikko’s official “Michi-no-Eki” is home to a commemorative museum to the famous local composer Toru Funamura as well as restaurants and shops offering original local products, locally produced vegetable and fruits. A wide range of events take place in the performance hall and open space throughout the year.

Location Map

Basic Information

Address 719-1 Imaichi Nikko
Telephone Number 0288-25-7771
Website https://www.nikko-honjin.jp/
Business Hours Toru Funamura Commemorative Museum Hours 9:00 - 17:00 Closed Every Tuesdays, New Year's holidaysRental Space Hours 17:00 - 21:00
Shops Hours 9:00 - 18:00 Closed Every third Tuesdays
Restaurants Hours 11:00 - 18:00 *Last order 17:30
Map Code 132 787 568*48

Nikko Area

The Nikko area, in the northwestern part of the prefecture, is particularly mountainous. In the midst of the rich nature, including the 2,486-meter-high volcano Mt. Nantai, Lake Chuzenji, and Kegon Falls, there are numerous shrines and temples that are registered as UNESCO Cultural Heritage sites. From Kinugawa Onsen to Kawaji Onsen, hot springs can also be found throughout the area. There are a wide range of outdoor activities to enjoy as well, such as stand-up paddleboarding in the summer and snowshoeing in the winter.

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