Shinto shrineTochigi

Nikkō Tōshō-gū

日光東照宮

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Tokugawa Ieyasu was enshrined here in 1617; Tokugawa Iemitsu rebuilt the complex into its present ornate form in 1636.

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An illustrated overview of the grounds. Match the numbers to the landmarks below.

Illustration © emonsterIllustrated map for orientation. Access and paths may change; follow signs at the site.

Landmarks on this map

Principal Shrine
Principal sanctuary area where the shrine’s annual rites are conducted.
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Yōmeimon Gate
Ornately carved gate decorated with scenes of legends, children and sages.
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Karamon Gate
White gate finished in shell whitewash and intricate relief carving.
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Five-Story Pagoda
Five-story pagoda rebuilt in 1818 after an earlier tower was lost to fire.
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Front Gate
First gate into the shrine, with Niō guardian figures.
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Sacred Stable
Stable for sacred horses, decorated with monkey carvings including the famous three monkeys.
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Purification Pavilion
Pavilion for cleansing hands and mouth before worship.
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Upper Sacred Storehouse
One of three storehouses for festival equipment, with elephant reliefs beneath its roof.
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Middle Sacred Storehouse
Middle building of the storehouse group for festival horse gear and costumes.
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Lower Sacred Storehouse
Lower building of the three sacred storehouses.
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Portable Shrine House
Building housing the three portable shrines used in the spring and autumn procession.
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Prayer Hall
Hall used for prayers including weddings and a child’s first shrine visit.
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Check before you go

Hours, admission and access can change. Confirm current details with the site before travelling.

The shrine lists space for 200 ordinary cars, for which parking reservations are unnecessary.

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