Nikko in Japan

Nikko is a small town in Japan, located less than two hours north of Tokyo in Tochigi. In spite of its smallness it is quite calm and beautiful destination for travel in Japan and Asia The fastest and most convenient way to come to this pilgrimage town is by train from Tokyo.

Near the town is the famous complex of Buddhist and Shinto temples, located amidst beautiful scenery and marvelous landscapes. Here in the mid-8th century temple was built on Rinodzhi and eight centuries later, around 1616 Yeyasu powerful shogun left a will, stating that in the area wants to build a shrine in his honor. The temple was erected in Nikko for one year. The grandson of Tokugawa-Yeyasu Yemitsu however, decided to erect a tribute to his grandfather even more sacred building – temple Toshogu.

Both buildings are completely constructed. Every year there is held a great religious festival. In May, these lands became the scene of a reconstruction of the burial act Yeyasu. The main actors in the ritual are 1000 monks and wars in an incredible and spectacular way for visitors to recreate the death of the shogun.

Rinodzhi temple is magnificent and massive red room. It held three large statues made of pure gold. Toshogu did the Japanese sun, but to reach this temple, you must go through a big stone gate. This place is amazing shining images on the walls of all the surrounding buildings. It further goes on the staircase, which leads to another gate – Yomeymon. After it after 200 steps leading to the tomb of the shogun Yeyasu.

In the area of ​​the complex is Toshogu enter only tickets. Inside, along with the sanctuary was built and a unique museum of art, considering that it takes several hours. Especially for tourists there are many shops Nikko, where they can buy souvenirs from the visit of this historic place. In a few second hand stores you can find traditional local costume and antique kimono and other items and antiques.