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Nikko Day Trip: Toshogu Shrine and Kegon Falls with English/Chinese Guide

4.60· 9 reviews

Highlights

  • Enjoy a guided tour from Tokyo to Nikko with an English/Chinese-speaking guide
  • Visit the iconic Nikko Toshogu Shrine and its famous carvings
  • Marvel at the stunning Kegon Waterfall, one of Japan's top three waterfalls
  • Enjoy a scenic walk around Lake Chuzenji and unwind by its clear waters
  • Depart conveniently from Shinjuku or Tokyo

What to expect

Join a day bus tour to Nikko's top attractions! Visit the famous Nikko Toshogu Shrine and marvel at the natural beauty of Kegon Waterfall. Enjoy free time around Lake Chuzenji for a lakeside walk.

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Reviews

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Nikko is experiencing heavy traffic.
Posted Date: 2023/11/04
モンキー
I visited Nikko Toshogu Shrine for the first time after its renovation. It was during the autumn foliage season, so there were quite a lot of people, which would have made it difficult for individuals. However, we were able to view the shrine as a group without waiting in line for tickets, but even an hour and a half felt insufficient. The traffic on Irohazaka was terrible, and unfortunately, we couldn't see Kegon Falls as it was already dark. I participated in a tour in Chinese and English for … I visited Nikko Toshogu Shrine for the first time after its renovation. It was during the autumn foliage season, so there were quite a lot of people, which would have made it difficult for individuals. However, we were able to view the shrine as a group without waiting in line for tickets, but even an hour and a half felt insufficient. The traffic on Irohazaka was terrible, and unfortunately, we couldn't see Kegon Falls as it was already dark. I participated in a tour in Chinese and English for the first time, and even with just one Japanese person, the perspective changed. It was a great opportunity to study English and feel like I was traveling abroad, making it an enjoyable experience. 日光東照宮を修繕後初めて見ました。紅葉の時期でかなり人手が多いので、個人では大変だったかと思います。団体でチケットなどまだ並ばずに観覧できましたが、滞在時間は1時間半でも足りない感じでした。いろは坂の渋滞はひどく、華厳の滝は残念ながら日没してしまい見れませんでした。中国語、英語のツアーに初めて参加しましたが、日本人1人でも視点が変わり、英語の勉強にもなり、海外旅行気分で、楽しく参加できました。
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A clear autumn day in Nikko.
Posted Date: 2024/11/05
Sydney
It was almost an inbound tour, and I was surprised right from the start with two large buses. The inside of the bus was quiet, and the seats were clean, spacious, and comfortable.

Since the guide spoke both English and Chinese, it would be beneficial for participants to have some level of understanding in either language (especially for hearing the meeting place and time).

It was the peak season for autumn leaves, but since it was a weekday, the movement was smooth, and I was able to enjoy the en… It was almost an inbound tour, and I was surprised right from the start with two large buses. The inside of the bus was quiet, and the seats were clean, spacious, and comfortable.

Since the guide spoke both English and Chinese, it would be beneficial for participants to have some level of understanding in either language (especially for hearing the meeting place and time).

It was the peak season for autumn leaves, but since it was a weekday, the movement was smooth, and I was able to enjoy the entire itinerary without any issues.

Lake Chuzenji and Kegon Falls are about a 10-minute walk apart, and we had a longer stay at Kegon Falls for lunch, but I was able to take a stroll to Lake Chuzenji during the free time. The hot spring was a sulfur spring, a cozy day-use onsen facing Lake Chuzenji. Towels were provided (included in the tour cost). Only two of us, including myself, participated in the hot spring, while the others explored Lake Chuzenji. By the way, those who didn’t enter the hot spring received castella instead.

Overall, it was a pleasant sightseeing experience, and I recommend this tour. ほぼインバウンド向けツアーで、大型バス2台となり初っ端から驚きました。バス内は静かで、座席もきれいで広く快適でした。
英語と中国語のガイドなため、いずれかある程度ヒアリングできる方がよいと思います（特に集合場所と時間の聞き取り必須）。

紅葉のハイピークでしたが、平日なため移動もスムーズで、全工程を問題なく楽しめました。
中禅寺湖と華厳滝は歩いて10分ほどの距離で、華厳滝でランチのため長めの滞在でしたが、空き時間に中禅寺湖まで散策できました。
温泉は硫黄泉、こじんまりとした中禅寺湖に面した日帰り温泉です。手… ほぼインバウンド向けツアーで、大型バス2台となり初っ端から驚きました。バス内は静かで、座席もきれいで広く快適でした。
英語と中国語のガイドなため、いずれかある程度ヒアリングできる方がよいと思います（特に集合場所と時間の聞き取り必須）。

紅葉のハイピークでしたが、平日なため移動もスムーズで、全工程を問題なく楽しめました。
中禅寺湖と華厳滝は歩いて10分ほどの距離で、華厳滝でランチのため長めの滞在でしたが、空き時間に中禅寺湖まで散策できました。
温泉は硫黄泉、こじんまりとした中禅寺湖に面した日帰り温泉です。手拭い貸し出しがありました（ツアー 費用の内数）。温泉参加は私含めて2名のみで、他の皆さんは中禅寺湖散策していました。ちなみに温泉入らない方たちは、かわりにカステラをもらっていました。

全体的に気持ちよく観光できて、おすすめするツアーです。
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An English or Chinese guide is also fine.
Posted Date: 2025/08/09
しゅん
The tour had about 30 participants, and among them, our family of four was the only Japanese group. Although it was an English and Chinese guided tour, we were also provided with individual guidance in Japanese, which made it very reassuring and allowed us to enjoy the sightseeing without any worries.外国人混在ツアーで参加人数は30人程度でした。その中で日本人は私達家族4人だけでした。英語・中国語ガイドということでしたが、日本語でも個別に案内いただき何の心配もいらずに観光出来たことが大変有り難かった。
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It was a tour for foreigners, but there was no sense of harmony.
Posted Date: 2026/05/21
くにちゃん
It was a tour for foreigners, but everyone was punctual for the meeting time, and the bus was not noisy. There were two Japanese guides who were very considerate, making it an enjoyable bus tour. Thank you very much. The driver was also very skilled and drove safely.外人向けのツワーでしたが、集合時間も皆さんよく守られ車内もやかましくはなかった　ガイドさん日本人は私たち二人でしたが気を遣ってくださり楽しいバスツアーでした　ありがとうございました　ドライバーの方も非常に上手で安全運転でした
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During the visit of the Turkish agency to Japan, I had them go to Nikko.
Posted Date: 2025/04/21
しんいち
I did not go to Nikko myself, but on the occasion of Mr. Haydar, the president of a Turkish agency, visiting Japan for the first time, he expressed a desire to see historical sites. On March 25th, he participated alone in your Nikko tour. He was satisfied with everything he saw, including Toshogu Shrine, Kegon Falls, and Lake Chuzenji. He mentioned that everything was beautiful. Thank you very much. In particular, he received an explanation about the sculptures at Toshogu Shrine, such as the Sle… I did not go to Nikko myself, but on the occasion of Mr. Haydar, the president of a Turkish agency, visiting Japan for the first time, he expressed a desire to see historical sites. On March 25th, he participated alone in your Nikko tour. He was satisfied with everything he saw, including Toshogu Shrine, Kegon Falls, and Lake Chuzenji. He mentioned that everything was beautiful. Thank you very much. In particular, he received an explanation about the sculptures at Toshogu Shrine, such as the Sleeping Cat, and after returning to Tokyo, I received an explanation as well. He said that the next time I travel to Turkey on business, he would definitely take me to Cappadocia as a thank you for this time. After looking at the photos, one thing that caught my attention was that the water volume of Kegon Falls seemed low. I guess it changes depending on the season. 私が日光に行ったわけではなく、トルコの代理店社長、Haydar氏の初来日に際し、歴史のあるものが見たいとの事で、３月２５日、貴社の日光ツアーに１人で参加してもらいました。
東照宮、華厳の滝、中禅寺湖等、見るもの全てに満足しておりました。全てが美しかったとの事です。ありがとうございます。特に、東照宮は、眠り猫等の彫刻の説明を受けたからか、東京に戻ってきてから私が説明を受けました。次回、私がトルコに出張時は、今回のお礼に是非、カッパドキアに連れて行くと言ってました。写真を見せてもらって、１つ気になったのは、… 私が日光に行ったわけではなく、トルコの代理店社長、Haydar氏の初来日に際し、歴史のあるものが見たいとの事で、３月２５日、貴社の日光ツアーに１人で参加してもらいました。
東照宮、華厳の滝、中禅寺湖等、見るもの全てに満足しておりました。全てが美しかったとの事です。ありがとうございます。特に、東照宮は、眠り猫等の彫刻の説明を受けたからか、東京に戻ってきてから私が説明を受けました。次回、私がトルコに出張時は、今回のお礼に是非、カッパドキアに連れて行くと言ってました。写真を見せてもらって、１つ気になったのは、華厳の滝の水量が少なかったなと感じた次第です。時期によって変わるんでしょうね。
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Inbound tourism can be enjoyed by both foreigners and Japanese people!
Posted Date: 2025/09/18
たけゆみ
I participated with my mother. We met at the west exit of Shinjuku Station, and it was a bit difficult to find using the mobile map, but when we looked at the station signs and went above ground, there was a Starbucks right away, so we were able to meet up without any issues.

We could take a sightseeing bus close to Nikko Toshogu Shrine, which meant we had to walk less than other tourists, making it easier to pay our respects. The guide was from China, but their Japanese was very good, and they … I participated with my mother. We met at the west exit of Shinjuku Station, and it was a bit difficult to find using the mobile map, but when we looked at the station signs and went above ground, there was a Starbucks right away, so we were able to meet up without any issues.

We could take a sightseeing bus close to Nikko Toshogu Shrine, which meant we had to walk less than other tourists, making it easier to pay our respects. The guide was from China, but their Japanese was very good, and they provided explanations in English first and then guided us carefully in Japanese. The meeting times and sightseeing durations were clearly indicated with numbers on a card, which made it very easy to understand and allowed us to participate with peace of mind.

There were many foreign participants, but I was relieved that the content was enjoyable even for Japanese people. Additionally, it was great that they introduced recommended local dishes as well. Both my mother and I were very satisfied, and it was a tour that made us want to participate again. 母と2人で参加しました。待ち合わせは新宿駅西口で、携帯の地図だと少し分かりづらかったですが、駅の看板を見て地上に出るとすぐにスタバがあり、無事に合流できました。
日光東照宮までは観光バスで近くまで行けたので、他の観光客より歩く距離が少なく、楽に参拝できました。ガイドさんは中国の方でしたが、日本語がとても上手で、英語で説明したあとに日本語でも丁寧に案内してくれました。待ち合わせ時間や観光時間はカードに数字で示してくれるのでとても分かりやすく、安心して参加できました。

外国人参加者が多かったですが、日本… 母と2人で参加しました。待ち合わせは新宿駅西口で、携帯の地図だと少し分かりづらかったですが、駅の看板を見て地上に出るとすぐにスタバがあり、無事に合流できました。
日光東照宮までは観光バスで近くまで行けたので、他の観光客より歩く距離が少なく、楽に参拝できました。ガイドさんは中国の方でしたが、日本語がとても上手で、英語で説明したあとに日本語でも丁寧に案内してくれました。待ち合わせ時間や観光時間はカードに数字で示してくれるのでとても分かりやすく、安心して参加できました。

外国人参加者が多かったですが、日本人でも十分楽しめる内容で安心しました。さらに、おすすめの観光料理も紹介してくれて良かったです。母も私も大満足で、また参加したいと思えるツアーでした。
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It's fine even for Japanese people.
Posted Date: 2025/09/21
んの
We participated as a family. The tour was mostly made up of foreign participants besides us. The guide provided information in English, but it was easy to understand, and they also offered explanations in Japanese. It had the feel of an overseas tour, and the content was well-organized and compact, which was great.親子で参加しました。私達以外は外国の方ばかりのツアーでした。ガイドさんは英語の案内でしたがわかりやすく日本語でも案内していただけました。
海外ツアーの感じで内容もコンパクトにまとまって良かったです。
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Kegon Falls was a breathtaking sight.
Posted Date: 2026/01/03
上野パンダ
I visited on New Year's Day. It was a very cold day, but the water flow was slow, which made me feel rather refreshed. Since it’s warm inside the bus, it’s better to dress in layers.元旦に訪れました。とても寒い日でしたが、水流はゆっくりで、むしろすがすがしい気持ちになりました。バスの中は暖かいので、重ね着したほうが良いでしょう。
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Recommended for a simple plan.
Posted Date: 2026/04/19
はづき
Among the various bus tours available, this one matched my needs perfectly. Since I understand English, I thought it would be fine to participate in this tour. There were six Japanese participants, including myself. I joined alone, but there were also foreign participants who came alone.

The guide was considerate and communicated necessary information in Japanese as well (though they humbly mentioned their Japanese wasn't very good, it was actually fine).

The bus was spacious, equipped with Wi-Fi … Among the various bus tours available, this one matched my needs perfectly. Since I understand English, I thought it would be fine to participate in this tour. There were six Japanese participants, including myself. I joined alone, but there were also foreign participants who came alone.

The guide was considerate and communicated necessary information in Japanese as well (though they humbly mentioned their Japanese wasn't very good, it was actually fine).

The bus was spacious, equipped with Wi-Fi and charging ports. The stops at service areas along the way were appropriate.

The guide not only announced recommended lunch options but also provided explanations from the perspective of Japanese religious views for the foreign participants. I felt a sense of respect in that. Even if you don't understand English, you can still join, but the English guidance is definitely worth listening to. 色々あるバスツアーの中で自分のニーズにマッチしていたのがこちらでした。
私は英語はわかるので、こちらの参加でも大丈夫かと思い参加しました。
日本人参加者は私を含めて6人でした。私は1人で参加でしたが、外国の方も1人で参加の方もいらっしゃいました。

ガイドさんは気を遣ってくれて日本語でも必要なことは伝えてくれました（本人は上手ではない日本語でと恐縮されていましたが、そんなことはなかったです）。

バスは広く、wi-fiや充電も完備でした。
途中のサービスエリアでの停車も適切でした。

ガイドさんは、おすすめのランチのアナ… 色々あるバスツアーの中で自分のニーズにマッチしていたのがこちらでした。
私は英語はわかるので、こちらの参加でも大丈夫かと思い参加しました。
日本人参加者は私を含めて6人でした。私は1人で参加でしたが、外国の方も1人で参加の方もいらっしゃいました。

ガイドさんは気を遣ってくれて日本語でも必要なことは伝えてくれました（本人は上手ではない日本語でと恐縮されていましたが、そんなことはなかったです）。

バスは広く、wi-fiや充電も完備でした。
途中のサービスエリアでの停車も適切でした。

ガイドさんは、おすすめのランチのアナウンスだけではなく、外国人に対して、日本人の宗教観に立った説明をされていました。リスペクトを感じました。
英語がわからなくても参加できますが、英語でのガイドも拝聴の価値ありです。
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