Tucked away in the mountains of Nikko in Tochigi Prefecture is a natural wonderland to explore. In Nikko's Senjō-ga-hara Plateau one can find amazing hiking trails, beautiful waterfalls, and stunning crystal blue lakes. You can take a local bus to the Yunoko lake where you can meet the trail head that will lead you down through the highlands down to Ryūzu Falls and Chuzenji Lake. This area is perfect for a mid spring, summer, or early autumn hike through the natural surroundings of the Oku-Nikko area. While here you can stop by one of the many famous onsen, take a boat out onto Chuzenji Lake, or go for a climb up Mt. Nantai (a 2400 meter difficult climb perfect for the warm months of the year). Buses run frequently via the JR Nikko and Tobu Nikko Train stations.
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Nikko's Senjō-ga-hara Plateau
An autumn hike through the highlands of Nikko
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Brittany Rock
10 years ago
Thanks for sharing these great photos! I have done this hike as well and the views are quite stunning. Oku-Nikko is easily my favorite area of Japan and feels a bit like a hidden gem from the typical tourist destinations.
Mandy Bartok
10 years ago
I've always wanted to do more hiking in the Nikko area but sadly, when we were there in December, the weather was a bit too frigid for it. I guess I'll have to return in the autumn - great photos!
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