Recommended Length: 1 Day
Get the best of Nikko and Kinugawa Onsen with water activities, pottery making and hot spring relaxation.
Hands-On Nikko
Day 1
Kinugawa-Onsen Station
By bus
20 minutes on buses bound for Kawaji Onsen / Yunishigawa Onsen to the Ichiryukaku-mae bus stop
Canoeing
Canoeing
With a highly stable design, the Canadian canoe offers a smooth and serene ride down the river, perfect for enjoying the passing landscape. Canoeing is suitable for children and adults, and instruction on basic techniques is provided beforehand.
Water Activities
On Foot
Short walk
Daytrip Onsen
Kawaji Onsen
About 11 kilometers upstream from Kinugawa Onsen is Kawaji Onsen, first discovered in the Edo period and said to help wounds heal. The resort lies where the Kinugawa and Ojikagawa rivers meet, and has about 7 hotels and ryokan. Because of the quiet, mountainous location, visitors at Kawaji Onsen can immerse themselves in the open-air baths on the river bank, taking in the rustic beauty of the area in each season.
HOT SPRING
By bus
20 minutes from the Ichiryukaku-mae bus stop on a bus bound for Kinugawa-Onsen Station. Transfer at the last bus stop to a bus bound for Nikko Edomura. Ride 5 minutes to Jiyugaoka Bus Stop.
Art Experience
Nikko Pottery
A tradition spanning more than 100 years, Nikko ware is known for glaze finishes that become more beautiful as the item is used. Visitors can learn about Nikko ware and make original items to take home, from coffee cups to large pots.
Traditional Culture
By bus
10 minutes on a bus bound for Nikko Edomura to the Karakura-iriguchi bus stop
Culinary Workshop
Asazuke Pickling Workshop
Asazuke is a quick and easy method to turn seasonal vegetables into pickles with great aromas, flavors and textures. Try out this aspect of Japanese culinary culture for yourself with an asazuke workshop.
Traditional Culture
By bus
20 minutes on buses bound for the Kinugawa-Onsen Station