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
Local Living Tour
Offering bespoke small-group tours where guests can discover "True Japan"
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Style of Tours:
Private, Group
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Age Range:
5 and above
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Group Size:
1-12 people
- English
Gunma Travel
The local expertise behind your tours near Tokyo
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Style of Tours:
Private, Group
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Age Range:
5 and above
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Group Size:
2-8 people
- English, Chinese (traditional)
A Touch of Japan
Private Tours in Japan, Tailored for You
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Style of Tours:
Private, Group, Kosher
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Age Range:
ALL Ages
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Group Size:
1-20 peple
- English, Hebrew
What to Enjoy
Nikko Natural Science 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.
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!
Ichigo no Sato
Visit one of the largest strawberry picking farms in Japan and enjoy fresh fruit picking all-year-round. You can pick peaches and grapes when strawberries are not in season. Don’t miss the shop, cafe and restaurant which all offer delicious menus with fresh seasonal fruits!
Sanbonmatsu chaya Eco Tours
Find the universe at your fingertips. Join our guided stargazing tours in Okunikko to see constellations with incredible clarity. Using high-grade telescopes, a dedicated expert leads you through the seasonal night sky, making astronomy accessible and exciting for everyone.
Pottery Shop TOKO
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.
Ride Experience
Experience our incredible cycling tours, tailor-made for everyone, from novices to seasoned cyclists. Discover the breathtaking beauty of Mother Nature as you pedal your way through awe-inspiring landscapes.
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Where to Stay
Nasu Village
Looking for a holiday home to rent?
Check out Nasu Village in the Nasu forest. There are 20 cottages suitable for couples, friends & families or larger groups. All houses come with free Wi-Fi, a BBQ space and cooking equipment. Read more to find out more.
Check out Nasu Village in the Nasu forest. There are 20 cottages suitable for couples, friends & families or larger groups. All houses come with free Wi-Fi, a BBQ space and cooking equipment. Read more to find out more.
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.
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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