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Where Nature Becomes an Experience

Tochigi Prefecture is located North of Tokyo between the Tohoku region and Tokyo with Gunma on its west,  Ibaraki on its east, and Saitama Prefecture on its south.

It is home to UNESCO-listed Nikko and the Nasu mountains offering many nature & culture activities as well as relaxing Onsens (hot-springs). It is also home to the artisan pottery town of Mashiko and beautiful Ashikaga Flower Park in Ashikaga. There are also many breweries that offer an authentic Japanese vibe.

Explore 'Towns & Cities' in Tochigi Prefecture

Nikko Area

Nasu Area

Mahsiko Karasuyama Area

Ashikaga Oyama Area

Utsunomiya Area

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Experience Water's blessing and Wellness

Experience Tochigi's countryside and culture

Enjoy a day out in Mashiko pottery town!

Two-Days in Mashiko Enjoy the countryside!

Experience the road to Nikko

Supporting local community in Nasu-Shiobara

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Nikko Natural Science Museum

The exterior of Nikko Natural History Museum
Visit Nikko Natural Science Museum, conveniently located near Lake Chuzenji, to discover the fascinating natural wonders and rich history of Oku-Nikko through engaging exhibits.

Watanabesahei Sake Brewery

Outside of Watanabesahei Sake Brewery
Founded in 1842, Watanabesahei Sake Brewery is a traditional sake brewery in Imaichi, Nikko. They run a popular English brewery tour almost every day, and have a nice shop. Why not come to see a working sake brewery and learn how sake is made?

Pottery Shop TOKO

Visitor looking at local pottery at pottery shop Toko in Mashiko.
Find a story in every piece. TOKO fills its atmospheric shop with famed Mashiko pottery and curated Japanese lifestyle items. Enjoy a evolving collection, thanks to the twenty-four exhibitions a year.

Edo Wonderland

Entrance to Nikko Edo Wonderland
Come time travel to Samurai roaming Edo-period Japan! You can transform into a ninja, samurai, or townsperson for an immersive experience, or enjoy the day as a time traveler visiting Edo.

Ashikaga Flower Park

The great Wisteria (Oofuji) in Full Bloom at Ashikaga Flower Park
Internationally known for their spectacular wisteria display and winter illuminations, Ashikaga flower park is beautiful to walk around at all times of year. Their 8 seasonal flower displays are ever changing and with lots to see you could easily spend a few hours here enjoying the flowers and taking lots of photos.

Oku-Nikko Nature Guide JUN

Friends playing in the snow on a tour by Oku-Nikko Nature Guide JUN
Discover Oku-Nikko’s nature with a local guide. Take a relaxing nature walk or go birdwatching. In winter, there is even a magical snowshoe adventure through the fluffy snow. A fun experience for adults and children.
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Where to Stay

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Kinugawa Park Hotels

View of Kinugawa Park Hotel
Just minutes from Kinugawa Onsen Station. With scenic river views, delicious food and amazing hot spring baths, our hotel is great for family vacations and getaways.

Kanahan (Ryokan)

Kanahan Ryokan in Tochigi City
Make your stay in Japan special. Visit this family-run ryokan with a history since the Edo period. Its been carefully renovated keeping the original building and feel. Some meals on the menu were even created based on old documents from Edo-period. (Baths are all private)

Sansuikaku (Ryokan)

Entrance of Sansuikaku Ryokan
Indulge in luxury and Japanese tradition at a high-end Japanese inn near the Nasu Imperial Villa. Immerse in their healing hot spring with 1,400 years of history. Read more to create cherished memories and experience a heartwarming stay!

Akasawa Onsen Ryokan

Sitting area of Akasawa Onsen Ryokan in Nasu-Shiobara
Visit our cosy Onsen (hot spring) Inn with friendly cats. From newly refurbished western style rooms to traditional tatami rooms as well as glamping & cabin stays. Vegan and vegetarian meal options are available. Groups are also welcome. Ask about optional tours to Aizu.

Hatcho-no-yu

Outdoor hot spring (Onsen) at Hatcho no yu hotel in Oku-kinu, Nikko
Located in Nikko National Park, ‘Haccho no Yu’ is said to be the last hidden hot spring near Tokyo. At an altitude of 1,400 meters, surrounded by wildlife, enjoy our locally sourced meal and open-air baths beside a waterfall. Our winter snow activities are also highly recommended.

Chuzenji Kanaya Hotel

Outside of Chuzenji Kanaya Hotel
Visit us for a relaxing stay at our log cabin-themed hotel by Lake Chuzenji. We are known for our French cuisine rich heritage and onsen (hot spring) relaxation.
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Photos

Strawberries with sake ice cream
Eating fresh strawberries in Mashiko
3 ladies in kimono in front of Bannanji temple in Ashikaga city
Kimono in Ashikaga City
SUP at Chuzenji lake near Tokyo
SUP in Oku-Nikko
Delicious Gyoza at Kouran Gyoza shop in Utsunomiya
Eating Gyoza in Utsunomiya
Honda's classic racing car inside Honda Collection Hall
Classic motor cars in Motegi Town
Close up of a steam train (locomotive) in Motegi Town
Steem enginge in Motegi Town
Pottery making in Mashiko

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