Nikko City Pass: Explore UNESCO Shrines and Temples

Experience the awe-inspiring UNESCO-listed shrines and temples in the Nikko Pass World Heritage Area. Enjoy unlimited rides on the sightseeing bus and explore the rich history and culture of the region.

Duration: 2 days
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Tobu Tourist Information Center Asakusa - It takes only 1 hours and 50 min approx. from Asakusa to Nikko and 2 hours and 10 min approx. from Asakusa to Kinugawa Onsen with limited express.

With this pass, you can enjoy a number of beautiful shrines and temples that are lauded as UNESCO World Heritage sites in Nikko. Hop aboard a bus and head to Toshogu Shrine, the lavish final resting place of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the shogun who unified Japan and established the Tokugawa Shogunate. Also visit Rinnoji Temple, which was founded by the Buddhist monk who introduced Buddhism to Nikko in the 8th century, and Futarasan Shrine, dating back to the year 767. Free limited bus ride fee is also included.

Between incredible shrines and temples, feel free to relax at the hot springs of Kinugawa Onsen, or indulge in some retail therapy with discounts on souvenirs. Your pass grants you discounts at a number of other Nikko and Kinugawa attractions that enlighten you to the history, culture, and nature of the area.

  • Tobu Railway - Tobu Railway
  • Rinno-ji Temple - Rinnoji Temple
  • Nikko Tosho-gu - Toshogu
What's Included
  • Unlimited bus rides on the 2B bus departing from or arriving at Tobu-Nikko Station
  • 2-day Nikko City Area Pass
  • Roundtrip fare between Asakusa Station and Shimo-Imaichi Station
  • Unlimited bus rides on the 2A and 2C buses up to the Rengeishi stop
  • Unlimited Tobu local train rides between Shimo-Imaichi St. and Tobu-Nikko St. or Shin-Fujiwara St.
What's Not Included
  • Admission to shrines and temples in the Nikko area
  • Limited Express and JR train fees
  • Food and beverages
Additional Information

Explore the stunning UNESCO-listed shrines and temples in Nikko and Kinugawa with a 2-day city pass. Enjoy unlimited rides on a sightseeing bus to visit landmarks like Toshogu Shrine and Rinnoji Temple, and benefit from discounts on local souvenirs and attractions. Collect your City Area Pass in Asakusa, then board a Tobu train to Shimo-Imaichi and Tobu-Nikko Station. Renowned as a hub for Shinto and Buddhist mountain worship, Nikko boasts numerous beautiful shrines and temples recognized as UNESCO World Heritage sites. Your pass also offers discounts at various other attractions in Nikko and Kinugawa, providing insights into the area’s rich history, culture, and nature.

  • Children 5 and younger are complimentary when accompanied by a paying adult.
  • The Tobu Nikko City Area Pass is only available for foreign tourists with a non-Japanese passport.
  • You must present a valid non-Japanese passport on the day of the activity.
  • Discounts on entrance fees, transportation fares, and purchases vary by season.
  • Some Nikko area attractions only operate seasonally; please check before you go.
  • The 2B bus departs approximately every 15 minutes. Each loop lasts approximately 23 minutes. Hours of operation are 8:20 AM–5:30 PM. The 2A bus hours of operation are 6:15 AM–6:10 PM. The 2C bus hours of operation are 6:30 AM–6:30 PM.
  • Train and bus time schedules and route maps are available on the Tobu Railway website. Please search for “Tobu Railway” to find the website.
  • Your pass is valid for a period of 2 consecutive days beginning on the date you selected when booking. Consecutive days are calendar days, not 24-hour days.
Location
Tobu Tourist Information Center Asakusa
1-4-1 Hanakawado, Tobu Line Asakusa Station 1F
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Dao1949
Nov 1, 2018
Breathtaking River Gorge in Nikko! - We found the hotel here by accident and when we woke up the next morning, we looked from our balcony far below to a surging spectacular river gorge! We could hear the sounds of the rushing water from our hotel room high above the river. The trees were beginning to turn Autumn colors and this was some of the most beautiful scenery we had experienced on our entire visit to Japan! There was also a great walking bridge only about 10 minutes hike from our hotel.
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Geotech522
Oct 8, 2019
Very efficient way to see Nikko from Tokyo with no changes of trains - The Nikko Pass World Heritage Area is an excellent way to go from Asakusa in Tokyo all the way to the Tobu-Nikko Station. This is a non-stop train. The ride from the metropolis of Tokyo is very interesting as you leave very urban landscape to extremely rural landscape. It takes about 2 hours from Asakusa to Nikko. From the Tobu-Nikko Station, you can take the frequent bus service that will take you to the World Heritage Area that has the shrines and temples of Nikko, and to Lake Chuzenji and beyond. The entry to the World Heritage site is included although some Temples and Shrines have additional fees. The bus service is included in the pass fees. The return trip from Nikko back to Asakusa is also a 2 hour journey and is very comfortable. Easy way to visit Nikko on your own without having to book a guided tour and pay a lot more yen. It is a 2 day pass, but I was only able to use it for just one day, but still a good deal.
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Lesleyf943
May 14, 2023
Don’t miss it! - Nikko is a truly wonderful place and well worth a visit but the pass really isn’t necessary as there are plenty of ways to get there from Tokyo. Get the express ticket which is a 2 hour trip. The regular train is 3 hours. Be prepared for lots of uphill walking and steps. The bus from the station helps cut some of that.
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