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Tochigi Prefecture
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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

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

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Rindo / Bike Tour Japan

Experience Japan's hidden beauty by bike

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Thoughtfully crafted routes
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Hidden Landscape
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Arigato Travel

Discover Japan, Your Journey Your Way

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Local Living Tour

Offering bespoke small-group tours where guests can discover "True Japan"

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Miso Making
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Gunma Travel

The local expertise behind your tours near Tokyo

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A Touch of Japan

Private Tours in Japan, Tailored for You

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Things to Do

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Maenikko Brewery

Maenikko Brewry offering sake making experiences.
Maenikko Brewery is one of the few sake breweries in Japan that offer guests an authentic hands-on sake brewing experience.

Sanbonmatsu chaya Eco Tours

Stargazing tour at Sanbonmatsu chaya Eco Tours (Mt Nantai in Oku-Nikko)
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.

Yagan Railway

Yagan Railway (Yagan Tetsudo) in Autumn
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.

Katayama Sake Brewery

Outside of Katayama Sake Brewery in Nikko
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!

Mashiko Tours

Expert-led Japanese cultural experiences in Mashiko by Mashiko Tours.
Seeking a deeper connection to Japanese crafts? Mashiko Tours offers exclusive pottery tours and outdoor cycling through artisan landscapes. You can even enjoy hands-on cooking classes using local ingredients. Come find the creative spirit that makes this ceramic village so special.

Carry Express (Charter Bus)

Carry Express charter Bus fleet
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.
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Where to Stay

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Sansuikaku (Ryokan)

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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!

Mashikokan Hotel

Outdoor onsen (hotspring) with a waterfall view at 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.

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.

Nikko Kanaya Hotel

Entrance of Nikko Kanaya Hotel in central Nikko
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.

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.

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.
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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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