Get Around by Sightseeing Taxi

Sightseeing taxis let you maximize your Nikko sightseeing as you explore the area with door-to-door service thoughout the day. Reach out-of-the-way places without being held to bus schedules and routes.

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Benefits of sightseeing taxis

Sightseeing taxis are a great transport option for a variety of travelers. They allow for quick travel on tight timetables or a more leisurely pace for those who wish to avoid the hustle and bustle of train and bus travel. Passengers can enjoy all the access benefits of driving a car in Japan without actually having to drive themselves. Most taxi companies also rent out wheelchairs to help accommodate travelers who are mobility-impaired.

In addition to their ease of use, sightseeing taxis offer an added bonus in the driver themselves. These friendly drivers are happy to draw on their deep local knowledge provide visitors with valuable travel tips.

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What to do

Sightseeing taxi options vary by course and time. There are many packages to choose from based on sights and length.

A basic three-hour course from Tobu-Nikko Station covers the highlights of Akechidaira Ropeway and Nikko Toshogu Shrine, while other course options extend up to five hours and include more far-flung destinations such as Kanmangafuchi Abyss and Kegon Falls.

There are even seasonal package offerings, such as the autumn foliage tour that gives passengers a special view of the changing leaves around Kinugawa Onsen every October and November.

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How to book

Nikko Kotsu is the most common taxi company in Nikko. Their deluxe taxis can accommodate up to five passengers, while their maxi-taxis accommodate up to nine for a slightly higher fee. Pricing is course-specific, but ranges from around 12,000 yen for a two-hour tour to 30,000 yen for a five-hour tour. Other taxi companies in the Central Nikko and Kinugawa area offer sightseeing taxis as well. Contact the companies directly for more information or to book your own tour.

Some companies offer daytrip sightseeing taxis from Tokyo for a luxurious, relaxing journey to and around Nikko, before returning to Tokyo at night.

Learn more at the Nikko Kotsu website.

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