Japan has a large number of beautiful tourist attractions that provide a unique balance of nature and urban chic. The ones that often come to mind under consideration are the parks that dot its landscape. These parks have Eastern and Western culture and design all mixed perfectly.
Perhaps the one park that is a must see for any visitor to Japan is Nikko National Park. An easy hour's drive from Tokyo, this park has been declared one of the national treasures of the country. A big reason for that is the many wonders of nature that it houses, from waterfalls to a dormant volcano that rises high over the horizon.
Nikko is the city that is the gateway to the park itself. Housing a small population of locals, the city is nevertheless full of life, especially with the development of the park as a tourist attraction. It has provided its people with work and pride of equal measure and they are pleased that visitors from across the world appreciate what they have to offer.
There are many attractions within Nikko National Park itself and the first that comes to mind is the ancient architecture that is Toshogu Shrine. This shrine was home to 17th century shoguns and is a mausoleum that is considered symbolic. The details in the carvings that adorn its walls are incredible and one can spend hours just admiring the skills of the craftsmen who built the shrine.
Japan is famous for Mount Fuji which is often considered their national mountain and a popular symbol of nationalistic pride and beauty. Perhaps not as well known but just as majestic is Mount Nantai of Nikko. It is considered a dominant volcano and lush forests and scenery have sprung up around it.
Equal to the majestic Mount Nantai is the massive Kegon Waterfall in Nikko National Park. At a height of 351 feet, the waterfall simply takes the breath away with its crashing falls and lush greenery that adorns its rocky walls. Many a film scene have been taken here in homage to it.
Lake Chuzenji in Nikko is perhaps the opposite of the waterfall. There is a soothing quietness to the area and not only does the lake reflect that, it provides a perfect place for self introspection. This is an interesting point to note considering that Lake Chuzenji was created from numerous volcanic eruptions of nearby Mount Nantai, when chaos and fires reigned supreme.
While there are countless things to see and experience in the park, the busiest times it sees are during spring and autumn. These are the seasons in which the weather is perfect for both sightseeing in the country and the park obliges with its beautiful foliage. It is no wonder that so many busy Tokyo-ites also make the trip in order to escape from their busy lives for just a day.
Perhaps the one park that is a must see for any visitor to Japan is Nikko National Park. An easy hour's drive from Tokyo, this park has been declared one of the national treasures of the country. A big reason for that is the many wonders of nature that it houses, from waterfalls to a dormant volcano that rises high over the horizon.
Nikko is the city that is the gateway to the park itself. Housing a small population of locals, the city is nevertheless full of life, especially with the development of the park as a tourist attraction. It has provided its people with work and pride of equal measure and they are pleased that visitors from across the world appreciate what they have to offer.
There are many attractions within Nikko National Park itself and the first that comes to mind is the ancient architecture that is Toshogu Shrine. This shrine was home to 17th century shoguns and is a mausoleum that is considered symbolic. The details in the carvings that adorn its walls are incredible and one can spend hours just admiring the skills of the craftsmen who built the shrine.
Japan is famous for Mount Fuji which is often considered their national mountain and a popular symbol of nationalistic pride and beauty. Perhaps not as well known but just as majestic is Mount Nantai of Nikko. It is considered a dominant volcano and lush forests and scenery have sprung up around it.
Equal to the majestic Mount Nantai is the massive Kegon Waterfall in Nikko National Park. At a height of 351 feet, the waterfall simply takes the breath away with its crashing falls and lush greenery that adorns its rocky walls. Many a film scene have been taken here in homage to it.
Lake Chuzenji in Nikko is perhaps the opposite of the waterfall. There is a soothing quietness to the area and not only does the lake reflect that, it provides a perfect place for self introspection. This is an interesting point to note considering that Lake Chuzenji was created from numerous volcanic eruptions of nearby Mount Nantai, when chaos and fires reigned supreme.
While there are countless things to see and experience in the park, the busiest times it sees are during spring and autumn. These are the seasons in which the weather is perfect for both sightseeing in the country and the park obliges with its beautiful foliage. It is no wonder that so many busy Tokyo-ites also make the trip in order to escape from their busy lives for just a day.
About the Author:
Rin Yamada is a travel writer in Japan. Find out her recommendations for cheap day tours to Nikko National Park, and what other budget Nikko National Park tours to consider with information on her site.
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