Tochigi Prefecture
Travel Guide
Destinations / Tochigi Prefecture
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
Yunishigawa & Oku-Kinu
Kinugawa Onsen & Kawaji Onsen
Nikko (Central Nikko Area)
Oku-Nikko
Nasu Area
Nasu-Shiobara City
Nasu Town
Mahsiko Karasuyama Area
Mashiko Town
Nakagawa Town
Nasu-Karasuyama City
Motegi Town
Ashikaga Oyama Area
Sano City
Oyama City
Tochigi City
Ashikaga City
Utsunomiya Area
Kanuma City
Mibu Town
Utsunomiya City
Travel Ideas
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
Tour Operators & Travel Planners
What to Enjoy
Carry Express (Charter Bus)
Imagine having your own private bus to explore Japan’s hidden gems and famous sights with friends or family.
We offer buses with comfort and convenience, perfect for making a memorable Japan journey.
Nasu Animal Kingdom
Meet diverse animals, enjoy thrilling shows, and see learn about animal conservation.
Popular areas such as, “Asia Forest”, “Tropical Forest”, “Aqua Stage” and “Sky Stadium” are great for both children and adults.
Popular areas such as, “Asia Forest”, “Tropical Forest”, “Aqua Stage” and “Sky Stadium” are great for both children and adults.
Maenikko Brewery
Maenikko Brewery is one of the few sake breweries in Japan that offer guests an authentic hands-on sake brewing experience.
Katayama Sake Brewery
Katayama Sake Brewery is a very small, family-run sake brewery founded in 1879. Located near Watanabesahei in Imaichi, Nikko, it has a brewery shop to buy sake. Every drop of sake is gently made by hand, with the sake-pressing process alone taking three days!
Yagan Railway
Discover the hidden gems of Tochigi with the Yagan Railway. Hike through the stunning Ryuokyo Gorge, indulge in the famous onsen of Kawaji, Yunishigawa, and Shiobara, and be mesmerized by the ever-changing vistas from your train window.
NAOC
Come cycle with us in the Nikko World Heritage area, and experience history and culture, meet locals, and see rice fields. In winter, we have exciting snow bike rides in Oku-Nikko!
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Where to Stay
Nikko Kanaya Hotel
Welcoming overseas VIPs for the last 150 years. Come immerse in our rich heritage amidst Nikko’s majestic landscapes. UNESCO World Heritage sites are very close.
Mashikokan Hotel
Find your quiet place at Mashikokan Hotel in Mashiko Town. Unwind in a hot spring while gazing at a waterfall, rent a bicycle and explore Mashiko’s pottery culture, and enjoy delicious food made with local countryside vegetables and dishes.
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!
Hatcho-no-yu
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.
Kanahan (Ryokan)
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)
Kinugawa Park Hotels
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.
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