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Rinno-ji (輪王寺)

Flow of the course

Previous stop: Take a memorable photo at the beautiful vermillion bridge and set off on your temple tour

About 10 min from the previous stop

About 70 min here

About 10 min to the next stop

Next stop: Play treasure hunter with your children finding the Yomeimon Gate, Three Wise Monkeys, and Sleeping Cat

About this spot

A temple at the heart of Nikko Mountain faith with over 1,200 years of history. The main hall's Sanbutsudo contains three golden Buddhas standing about 7.5 meters tall, and their magnificent presence inspires even children to exclaim. The temple also features the Shoyo-en Garden and a treasure house where you can experience Nikko's rich history.

Tips

Since it's in the same mountain grounds as Toshogu Shrine, visiting first makes for smooth sightseeing. You'll remove your shoes inside the hall, so wearing easily removable shoes makes it convenient for families with children.