To get to Toshogu Shrine from Nikko Station by bus, take the Nikko city bus heading towards Toshogu Shrine or Shinkyo. The bus ride is about 5 to 10 minutes. Buses typically leave from the bus terminal located near the station. You can also take a Tobu Bus, which offers routes to the shrine area. Make sure to check the local bus schedules for exact bus numbers and departure times, as these may change based on the season.
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Nikko Grand Autumn Festival
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The Nikko Autumn Grand Festival, held annually in October at the Toshogu Shrine, celebrates Japan's rich cultural heritage with two main events. The Yabusame, a thrilling archery competition, features participants firing arrows while riding galloping horses. The Togyosai, known as the “Hyakumonozoroi Sennin Musha Gyoretsu,” reenacts the procession for Tokugawa Ieyasu's reburial, with 1,200 participants marching along the shrine’s road in traditional Edo-period attire.
This captivating event transports visitors back in time to the Edo Period, offering a truly immersive experience that celebrates both Shinto rituals and Japan’s history.
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The Nikko Toshogu Shrine Autumn Grand Festival is held annually in October.
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