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Nikko is a picturesque mountain town north of Tokyo, famous for its ornate World Heritage Site Toshogu Shrine and stunning natural landscapes such as Kegon Falls and Lake Chuzenji.
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Nikko is a picturesque mountain town north of Tokyo, famous for its ornate World Heritage Site Toshogu Shrine and stunning natural landscapes such as Kegon Falls and Lake Chuzenji.
History
Origins
Nikko has been a sacred center of Shinto and Buddhist worship since the 8th century.
Development
The Toshogu Shrine was built in 1617 as the mausoleum of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the founder of the Tokugawa shogunate.
Modern era
Today it remains a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Japan's most popular cultural destinations.
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