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Nikko Autumn Kegon Falls, Lake Chuzenji and Toshogu in Tokyo

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Activity provider: TOURSTORY Japan
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Tour in Tokyo, taking in Iroha-zaka Slope, Kegon Falls and Kegon Waterfall Free Observation Deck. Run by TOURSTORY Japan, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Bus/coach
  • Iroha-zaka Slope
  • Kegon Falls
  • Kegon Waterfall Free Observation Deck
  • Runs 12 hours
  • Transportation

Nikko Autumn Kegon Falls, Lake Chuzenji and Toshogu: Key Facts

PriceFrom $80 per person
Duration12 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Full description

This is a 12-hour experience from Tokyo, built around Bus/coach, Iroha-zaka Slope and Kegon Falls. It is run by TOURSTORY Japan, an operator we book with directly rather than through a reseller, which is why we can hold your place with them before we treat your booking as final.

Nikko, two hours north of Tokyo, is Toshogu, the mausoleum of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the shogun who unified Japan in 1603: the most elaborately carved and gilded shrine in the country, with the three wise monkeys and the sleeping cat among its carvings, in a cedar forest. Beyond the town the road climbs the Irohazaka hairpins to Lake Chuzenji and Kegon Falls, 97 metres, at their best in autumn colour in mid to late October. It is a long day trip and the shrine alone takes two hours.

The price covers Transportation and English & Korean & Chinese Speaking Guide. It does not cover Meals, Travelers Insurance, Other Personal Expenses and Admission to Attractions, so budget for those separately. Everything included is listed in full on this page; if something is not on that list, assume it is not in the price.

TOURSTORY Japan sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with TOURSTORY Japan before treating your booking as final. If they cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

2 starting location options

Tokyo Station Marunouchi North Gate Dome, Starbucks Coffee - Shinjuku L Tower

Bus/coach

(3 hours)

Iroha-zaka Slope

Visit, Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way (1 hour)

Bus/coach

(30 minutes)

Kegon Falls

Photo stop, Visit, Free time, Sightseeing (1 hour)

Kegon Waterfall Free Observation Deck

Photo stop, Visit, Free time, Sightseeing

Lake Chūzenji

Photo stop, Visit, Free time, Sightseeing (30 minutes)

Shinkyo Bridge

Photo stop, Visit (20 minutes)

Nikko Toshogu

Photo stop, Visit, Free time, Sightseeing, Walk (2 hours)

Bus/coach

(2.5 hours)

2 drop-off locations

Tokyo Station Marunouchi North Gate Dome, Starbucks Coffee - Shinjuku L Tower

Detailed Itinerary

2 starting location options: Tokyo Station Marunouchi North Gate Dome, Starbucks Coffee - Shinjuku L Tower

Bus/coach: (3 hours)

Iroha-zaka Slope: Visit, Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way (1 hour)

Bus/coach: (30 minutes)

Kegon Falls: Photo stop, Visit, Free time, Sightseeing (1 hour)

Kegon Waterfall Free Observation Deck: Photo stop, Visit, Free time, Sightseeing

Lake Chūzenji: Photo stop, Visit, Free time, Sightseeing (30 minutes)

Shinkyo Bridge: Photo stop, Visit (20 minutes)

Includes

  • Transportation
  • English & Korean & Chinese Speaking Guide

Excludes

  • Meals
  • Travelers Insurance
  • Other Personal Expenses
  • Admission to Attractions

Important information

Meeting point

TOURSTORY Japan sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed.

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 12 hours
Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Main Tour Price
Starting from $80
$80
Need a custom booking or have a larger group?Contact Support via WhatsApp
Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more

Traveler Reviews

4/5
based on 36 reviews
Guide
4.1/5
Value for money
3.7/5
Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
5
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Sharmin
November 24, 2025

Our guide Jeffrey was super….he was very co-operative…. To me it was a perfect tour….great value for money

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5
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Antony
October 31, 2025

The tour guide was great and we picked a great day to see the Autumn leaves!

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5
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Dylan
October 21, 2025

The tour guide, Jeffrey. He was helpful, charismatic, knowledgeable and fun. He has the bus laughing many times with his wit and good humour. Jeffrey made an effort to interact individually with every member of the tour. helping us find the best spots and assisted with any and all of our questions. He is great at his job!!

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J
June
December 4, 2025

basic tour, I would do Nikko differently as we did not get to see much, cost was mostly for transportation.

2
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Traveller
November 29, 2025

Mauvais rapport qualité prix ! sur les photos nous avions vu un temples et un jolie pont qui n'ont jamais été fait ! 10h d'excursion pour voir une cascade et un lac.. un peu leger.Le guide ne nous a presque pas accompagné en nous laissant 2h libre sans savoir quoi faire dans le froid...

5
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Alexandra
November 22, 2025

Jeffrey é muito simpático e divertido! Excelente guia!

2
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Traveller
November 18, 2025

Pani przewodnik nic nam nie opowiedziała, zaprowadzała tylko do danego miejsca.

3
T
Traveller
November 15, 2025

el paisaje otoñal, pero las vistas desde el tren panoramico no las disfrutamos porque el tren se llenó de pasajeros en otras paradas con la gente de pié y no se veía nada

3
S
Sandipani
November 14, 2025

That place is not good enough value for money

3
T
Traveller
November 13, 2025

Nikko was amazing, the tour guide was lovely but doesn’t give you much information like a “tour” also the traffic on the way back sucked :( But nikko was beautiful!!

3
T
Traveller
November 12, 2025

The walk along the lake was nice. The falls were spectacular.

4
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Icari
November 8, 2025

良い天気良かったです。 席を譲ってくださった方に感謝しております。 やはり出来れば2人組だったらなるべく前持って席を決めたら良いと思います。 皆さん窓側に座りたがるのですがその為に東京駅まで行くのがどうかと思います。 東京駅まで行くのが時間がかかるし集まる時間も早いので… 以上です。新宿から乗るペアが一緒に座れるように準備が出来たら良いと思います。 しかたなく空いていた席を座ったんですが隣の方は譲ってくれたので一緒に座って行けたんです。 でもやはり私にとっては気持ち的に晴れではなくちょっと…

Frequently Asked Questions

TOURSTORY Japan sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed.
The price does not cover meals, travelers insurance, other personal expenses and admission to attractions. Everything it does cover is listed in full on this page, so if something is not on that list, budget for it separately.
Shoes off at every hall, quiet voices, and no photographs inside the halls unless a sign allows it. At a shrine, rinse hands and mouth at the basin, then bow twice, clap twice and bow once; at a temple, hands together without clapping. Dress is relaxed, but shoulders and knees covered is the courteous choice.
We confirm your booking with the operator before we treat it as final, and we need at least one day's notice. Once it is confirmed you get the meeting point, the time and a contact number for the day. If the operator cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
Transportation, English & Korean & Chinese Speaking Guide
The duration of the Nikko Autumn Kegon Falls, Lake Chuzenji and Toshogu is typically 12 hours. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
Late March to early April for cherry blossom, or late October to early December for autumn colour and the clearest skies. Contrary to most advice, October is Tokyo's wettest month (234.8 mm), not the June rainy season. Full month-by-month figures are in our best time to visit Tokyo guide.
Get a Suica or Pasmo IC card and budget ¥1,000–¥1,400 a day. Do not buy a JR Pass for a Tokyo-only trip — it costs ¥50,000 and excludes Tokyo Metro and Toei entirely. Note JR East raised Tokyo fares on 14 March 2026, so Metro is now cheaper than JR on several routes. See getting around Tokyo.
Shibuya Sky releases tickets only 14 days ahead at 00:00 JST — it cannot be booked months in advance. teamLab Borderless tickets drop at 12:00 JST on the 1st of each month. Our 3-day Tokyo itinerary lists every booking deadline.
Yes — a Japanese licence or an International Driving Permit issued under the 1949 Geneva Convention. 1968 Vienna Convention permits are not valid in Japan. Licences from Switzerland, Germany, France, Belgium, Monaco and Taiwan need an official JAF translation instead. Arrange it before you fly; see the Tokyo go-kart guide.
Yes — the highway bus from Busta Shinjuku to Kawaguchiko takes about 1h 45m for ¥2,200. But manage expectations: Fuji is visible on 84% of December mornings and only 23% of July mornings, and cloud builds through the day, so go early. Details in our Mount Fuji day trip guide.
Edomae sushi (the Tokyo Bay style, where curing began as a workaround for having no refrigeration), monjayaki — a runny griddle dish unique to Tokyo with 80+ specialists on Tsukishima's Monja Street — and soba. Also worth knowing: Tsukiji Outer Market never closed; only the wholesale auction moved to Toyosu. See the Tokyo food guide.
The crossing itself takes about ninety seconds. What makes it worth an evening is one street back — Nonbei Yokocho, a lantern-lit alley of tiny bars a minute away that almost nobody who photographs the scramble walks into. Note street drinking is banned in the area 18:00–05:00 year-round, though the ordinance carries no fine. See the Shibuya Crossing guide.
Yes, some. Japan's cashless ratio reached 58% in 2025, so over 40% of payments are still cash — and card refusal is most likely at small independent izakaya, ramen ticket machines and market stalls. Tipping is not expected anywhere.
Starting from$80