Enjoy Nikko and Utsunomiya

- Two Unique Destinations -

Nikko and Utsunomiya

Nikko Hotels & What to Do When Hotels are Sold Out

Planning your trip to Nikko? Here is our complete hotel guide, plus ideas if Nikko rooms are fully booked or over budget.

Things to Do in Utsunomiya

Futaarayama Shrine Tour

Do as the Japanese warlords of old would do and ward off bad luck!

Escape the City and Relax at a Forest Campsite

Kyoyachaho - a Hidden Gem

Try Pottery With One of Utsunomiya’s Expert Artists!

Japanese Pottery: So Much More Than Just Cups and Plates

Making Traditional Japanese Miso

Miso - a Staple of the Japanese Cuisine

Harvest Your Own, Fresh Assortment of the Season’s Local Fruit

Pick, Pay, & Enjoy, or Simply Stop & Shop!

Visit a Sake Brewery and Experience the Japanese Countryside!

Local Pride & Passion Brews Better!

Try Ikebana With One of Utsunomiya’s Expert Artist!

The Art of Ikebana: So Much More Than Flower Arranging

Enjoying Gyoza in Utsunomiya

Gyoza City

Sample Gyoza at one (or more!) of the 300+ Gyoza Shops in the City

Areas to Explore

Tokyo to Utsunomiya