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The three monkeys at Nikko Toshogu, representing 'see no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil,' are super cute. The omamori is JPY 1,000 each.

I've seen pictures of Nikko Toshogu's gorgeous buildings in travel guides. The shrine is dedicated to Tokugawa Ieyasu, one of Japan's most important heroes. This place holds a lot of significance for Japanese history and culture.

You really need to study Japanese history to understand Tokugawa Ieyasu's contributions to the imperial court.

Even on rainy days, there are still lots of visitors. That's the charm of a World Heritage site.

A UNESCO World Heritage Site in Japan—definitely worth spending a whole day exploring at a relaxed pace.

This World Heritage Site is where Tokugawa Ieyasu rests. Toshogu Shrine is incredibly lavish and really shows off the Tokugawa shogunate's power back in the day.

The architecture and carvings inside Toshogu Shrine are worth taking your time to appreciate. The level of detail and the value of the cultural treasures make the admission fee totally worth it.

Toshogu Shrine is said to be built on a dragon's energy spot, blending lots of traditional Chinese feng shui elements. It was designed to help the Tokugawa family prosper for generations. Visiting here, you can really feel the positive energy! 😁

If you want to really take in all that Toshogu Shrine has to offer, half a day just isn't enough. I suggest staying overnight in Nikko so you can also explore places like Lake Chuzenji nearby.

If you visit, make sure to go to the inner shrine—that's where Ieyasu's tomb is!