Toshogu Shrine (Nikko Toshogu) in Tokyo

Toshogu Shrine (Nikko Toshogu)

Tokyo, Japan

24 ticket options available · from $2.13 to $47.05

4.5 / 5 from 33,457 Google reviews

Booking Wolf

Compare every price for Toshogu Shrine (Nikko Toshogu)

We check 6 sellers so you don't overpay. Direct booking at Booking Wolf rates is coming soon — compare and book with any seller below in the meantime.

See 6 prices

About Toshogu Shrine (Nikko Toshogu)

Toshogu Shrine, located in Nikko, Japan, is a significant Shinto shrine known for its intricate architecture and vibrant decorations. It serves as the mausoleum for Tokugawa Ieyasu, the founder of the Tokugawa shogunate, attracting visitors interested in Japanese history and culture. With a rating of 4.5 from over 33,000 reviews, it is a popular destination for both tourists and pilgrims.

Multiple marketplaces offer tickets to Toshogu Shrine, with prices differing across platforms. Comparing entry fees from various sellers, such as Over The Planet, Agoda, and KKday, can help visitors secure the best deal. This allows for informed choices when planning a visit to this historic site.

Compare admission to Toshogu Shrine (Nikko Toshogu)

6 marketplaces sell entry to Toshogu Shrine (Nikko Toshogu), from $2.13.

SellerTicketPrice (USD)
Over The Planet NikkoFutarasan Shrine Shrine Visitor Ticket $2.13 View
Agoda Nikko Toshogu Admission Ticket | Access the front gate, Yome $9.77 View
Nikkō Tōshōgū Official Adult admission to Nikko Toshogu Shrine. Includes access to $10.10 View
KKday Nikko Toshogu Admission Ticket $10.10 View
Trazy Toshogu Shrine Admission Ticket $10.10 View
TOURVIS General admission $10.53 View

Tours, passes & combos at Toshogu Shrine (Nikko Toshogu)

Skip-the-line, guided tours, city passes and combo tickets — priced higher because they bundle extras beyond standard entry.

SellerOptionPrice (USD)
Trip.com Nikko Toshogu Shrine Admission Ticket Adult (Above High Scho $10.12 View
Klook Single Admission Ticket (Redeem at Tobu Nikko Station Touris $10.15 View
TicketsToDo Single Admission Ticket (Redeem at Tobu Nikko Station Touris $11.05 View
Agoda [Treasure Combo] Nikko Toshogu Admission Ticket + Nikko Tos $14.65 View
KKday [Treasure Combo] Nikko Toshogu Admission Ticket + Nikko Tosh $15.15 View
Trip.com Nikko Toshogu Shrine Admission Ticket+Treasure Hall Ticket A $15.18 View
Klook [Set Ticket] Toshogu Shrine + Treasure Museum (Redeem at Tob $15.19 View
Over The Planet [Treasure Combo] Nikko Toshogu Admission Ticket + Nikko Tosh $16.18 View
TicketsToDo [Set Ticket] Toshogu Shrine + Treasure Museum (Redeem at Tob $16.57 View
Agoda Free cancellation [Ticket Pickup] Nikko Pass - World Heritage Area | NIKKO PAS $17.11 View
Civitatis Nikkō World Heritage Area Pass $19.13 View
KKday Nikko Toshogu Shrine admission ticket + Edo Wonderland Nikko $41.67 View
KKday Nikko and Kinugawa Enjoyment Coupon $44.19 View
Agoda Free cancellation [Ticket Pickup] All Nikko Area Pass | NIKKO PASS $45.63 View
Agoda Free cancellation NIKKO PASS | NIKKO PASS all area $47.05 View

Did you know?

Type
Shinto shrine in Nikko, Japan

Visitor information

People also ask

What is the significance of the Toshogu shrine?

Nikko Toshogu Shrine was built in 1617 as the final resting place of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the founder of the Tokugawa Shogunate that ruled Japan for 250 years, and in 1636, Ieyasu's grandson, the third shogun, Tokugawa Iemitsu, carried out a major renovation of the shrine into its current form.

How long does it take to see Toshogu shrine?

Because there's so much to see at Nikko Toshogu Shrine, how long you'll need depends heavily on how much you plan to cover. If you quickly visit only the main spots, plan on Approx. 1.5–2 hours.

Is Toshogu Museum worth it?

The architectural style of Nikko Toshogu is quite different from the usual image people have of Japanese shrines. The ornate Yomeimon Gate is especially striking, and the carvings throughout the grounds are another highlight. From the "Three Wise Monkeys" to the "Sleeping Cat," each one is worth stopping to admire.

Who is buried at Nikko Toshogu?

Nikko Toshogu Shrine: Honoring Shogun Ieyasu Tokugawa As the burial site of Japan's military hero Ieyasu Tokugawa, the Toshogu has had a significant influence on Japan's history and culture.