Is there an entrance fee for Nikko Tosho-gu?

Entry to Nikko Tosho-gu is free, as is typical for Shinto shrines in Japan. Some special areas or treasure houses may have separate admission.

What makes this place special?

At a Glance

UNESCO-Weltkulturerbe-Schrein, der Tokugawa Ieyasu, den Gründer des Tokugawa-Shogunats, verehrt. Berühmt für prachtvolle Dekorationen, kunstvolle Schnitzereien einschließlich der Drei Weisen Affen und das reich verzierte Yomeimon-Tor. Erbaut 1617 und im 17. Jahrhundert erweitert.

Shinto-Schrein Ancient Historic UNESCO World Heritage Wooden Architecture

Enshrined Deities

The divine spirits venerated at this sacred place

Tokugawa Ieyasu

Gott der Regierungsführung, Stabilität und militärischen Autorität

Kami

How do I visit?

Admission

Free

Location

Know before you go

Nikkō Tōshō-gū is part of the UNESCO 'Shrines and Temples of Nikkō' World Heritage Site.
Nikkō Tōshō-gū enshrines Tokugawa Ieyasu, founder of the Tokugawa shogunate.
The UNESCO listing includes 42 shrine structures; 5 are National Treasures and 3 more are Important Cultural Properties.
Nikkō Tōshō-gū is part of the UNESCO 'Shrines and Temples of Nikkō' World Heritage Site.
Nikkō Tōshō-gū enshrines Tokugawa Ieyasu, founder of the Tokugawa shogunate.
The UNESCO listing includes 42 shrine structures; 5 are National Treasures and 3 more are Important Cultural Properties.

Facilities

Parking

Last updated: 9. April 2026

Nikko Tosho-gu(日光東照宮)

Name: Nikko Tosho-gu
Address: Nikko, Tochigi, 321-1431, JP
Telephone: +81288540560
Price range: Free

Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture

Schrein