[00:04] 阿世潟 – Azegata
Like these woodland scenes from its southern shore, untouched nature abounds at Lake Chuzenji.
[00:22] 中禅寺湖 – Lake Chuzenji
The Ritz-Carlton, Nikko welcomes travelers to a lakeside site at the foot of sacred Mount Nantai.
[00:40] 日光杉並木 – Nikko Cedar Avenue
Some 13,000 cedars flank this 37-kilometer tree-lined route, the longest in the world.
[00:46] 白根山トレイルランニング – Mount Shirane Loop Trail
Popular among runners and hikers alike, this ridgeline trail will take your breath away.
[00:57] 中禅寺湖八丁出島 – Hatcho Dejima Peninsula
Still more jaw-dropping views await on this finger of land famous for its fall colors.
[00:59] 湯ノ湖 – Lake Yuno
Virgin forest surrounds mystical Lake Yuno, where the waters of different hot springs merge.
[01:02] 戦場ヶ原 – Senjogahara Marshland
The renowned marshland area of Senjogahara treats visitors to expansive views in every season.
[01:10] 金精峠 – Konsei Pass
At 2,024 meters, Konsei is the highest mountain pass of the area.
[01:13] 霧降高原 – Kirifuri Highlands
Ice climbing is one of the popular winter activities at the Kirifuri gateway to Mount Nyoho.
[01:17] 鬼怒川と霧降川 – Kinu and Kirifuri Rivers
Slide, paddle, or trek your way along Nikko’s wild and scenic rivers.
[01:35] 滝尾神社 – Takino Shrine
Follow the stone path to this peaceful sanctuary deep in the forest.
[01:39] 滝尾神社三本杉 – Takino Shrine (Three Sacred Cedars)
Local legend links this trio of sacred cedar trees to the water deity Benzaiten.
[01:42] 並び地蔵（化け地蔵）- Stone Statues of Jizo at Kanmangafuchi
A stunning 70 statues of the patron saint of travelers and children line a footpath near the Daiya River.
[01:45] 日光東照宮 – Toshogu Shrine
Toshogu Shrine is a marvel of 17th-century architectural and artistic achievement.
[01:50] 二荒山神社弥生祭 – Futarasan Shrine Yayoi Festival
For twelve centuries the Yayoi Festival at Futarasan Shrine has marked the arrival of spring.
[01:54] 神橋 – Shinkyo Bridge
This historical structure built in 1636 leads to the entrance of Futarasan Shrine.
[01:57] 輪王寺 逍遥園 – Shoyo-en Garden
Completed in the early 1600s, the garden of Rinnoji Temple is an oasis of fall color.
[02:00] 流鏑馬神事 – Yabusame Archery Competition
Archery competitions on horseback are a thrilling display of skill performed for the gods.
[02:04] 日光天然氷 – Ice the Old-Fashioned Way
Ice production has a long history in mountainous Nikko.
[02:08] 日光霧降高原チロリン村のかき氷 – Chirorin Village
This leisure complex is one place to try the sweet summer treat of shaved ice.
[02:10] 日光宮前だんご – Miyamae Dumplings
Grilled miso-flavored rice dumplings have been a favorite Nikko snack for 300 years.
[02:12] 日光江戸村 – Edo Wonderland
Travel back to feudal times (1603–1867) at this cultural theme park.
[02:19] 東武鉄道SL「大樹」- Taiju SL Engine
Enjoy a retro ride on steam-, electric-, and diesel-powered trains restored by Tobu Railways.
[02:21] 鬼怒川龍王祭 – Kinugawa Ryuo Festival
There is plenty of action and local color at this annual parade of portable shrines.
[02:25] 湯西川温泉 かまくら祭 – Snow-Hut Festival at Yunishigawa Onsen
Snowmen and snow luminaries greet visitors from late January to early March.
[02:29] 奥日光湯元温泉雪まつり – Yumoto Onsen Snow Festival
More snow luminaries and fireworks fill out this grand winter spectacle in early February.
[02:45] 男体山 – Mount Nantai
Presiding over Nikko’s many wonders is the 2,486-meter Mount Nantai, worshipped here since 782.
[02:55] 華厳の滝 – Kegon Falls
This legendary 97-meter cascade is within walking distance of The Ritz-Carlton, Nikko.
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