Top Activities on the Ground in Nikko

* Enjoy a half-day e-bike tour in scenic Oku-Nikko * Ride through forest roads, lakeside scenery, and wetland landscapes * Electric-assist bikes make uphill sections easier * Ideal for travelers who want a short but satisfying outdoor experience * Learn about Nikko’s nature and history from a local guide * Coffee or tea included

Experience true canyoning in Nikko—one of Japan’s most iconic nature destinations—at a hidden canyon discovered by the tour’s founder. Free from man-made structures, this course offers an authentic wilderness adventure. Enjoy crystal-clear mountain water, sunshine-filled gorges, and thrilling features including 3–5 meter jumps, a zipline over a 5-meter waterfall, and a 6-meter rappel. All jumps are optional, and the final rappel may be bypassed depending on conditions. Perfect for beginners to intermediates, this unforgettable tour lets you fully refresh in untouched nature.

Visit three of Nikko’s famous waterfalls: Kegon Falls, Ryuzu Falls, and Yudaki Falls Explore the scenic Oku-Nikko highland area by electric-assist bike Enjoy forest roads, lakeside views, rivers, and fresh mountain air Ride comfortably through hilly terrain with the help of an e-bike Learn about Nikko’s nature, history, and seasonal highlights from a local guide Experience a more active and scenic side of Nikko beyond regular sightseeing

The location is ideally situated right between the popular tourist area where Nikko Toshogu Shrine is located and the Okunikko area, which is part of Nikko National Park, making it convenient to access both. It takes about 20 minutes on foot to reach the tourist area and about 1hour by city bus to get to the Okunikko area. For guests interested in sightseeing, we recommend some must-see spots. For those looking to experience nature, we provide suggestions for activities such as trekking courses, fishing, paddle boarding on the lake and other locally curated experiences. If you wish, we can also introduce you to the history of Nikko and the natural formation of the area. Within the facility, there is a coworking space with an excellent environment, perfect for remote work as well.

This is a premium cycling tour of Oku-Nikko's spectacular scenery and wilderness with a Nikko monk. You will visit all of Oku-Nikko's most scenic spots and enjoy a Dharma talk intertwined with Oku-Nikko's history and nature. The tour will pass along a Ramsar protected area where only low-pollution buses are allowed to enter, chill time by Lake Chuzenji, and spend a time of physical and mental wellness by doing zazen in a special room not usually open to the public at the goal destination, Tachiki Kannon. This tour will allow you to fully enjoy the clear and beautiful nature and authentic atmosphere of Oku-Nikko, which has long been chosen as a vacation home by ambassadors from many countries, and to experience the charm of Oku-Nikko.

E-bike cycling tour in Oku-Nikko, above the Nikko Iroha slope. After ascending the Chuzenji Skyline, you will hike to the Hangetsuyama Observation Deck, where you can see Mt. Nantai and Lake Chuzenji. This is a hybrid tour combining cycling and hiking. Drink service is included. Guides will lead you through history and local stories, so you can have a good time while experiencing the charms of Nikko. Thanks to comfortable e-bikes (electric bicycles), even those who are not confident in their physical strength can enjoy cycling with relative ease.

The first day of the tour will be spent visiting Nikko's two World Heritage shrines and one temple, and enjoying hot springs and local cuisine. Next day is a premium cycling tour of Oku-Nikko's spectacular scenery and wilderness with a Nikko monk. You will visit all of Oku-Nikko's most scenic spots and enjoy a Dharma talk intertwined with Oku-Nikko's history and nature. The tour will pass along a Ramsar protected area where only low-pollution buses are allowed to enter, chill time by Lake Chuzenji, and spend a time of physical and mental wellness by doing zazen in a special room not usually open to the public at the goal destination, Tachiki Kannon. This tour will allow you to fully enjoy the clear and beautiful nature and authentic atmosphere of Oku-Nikko, which has long been chosen as a vacation home by ambassadors from many countries, and to experience the charm of Oku-Nikko.

* Discover the natural beauty of Oku-Nikko by e-bike * Enjoy a guided ride through forests, lakeside scenery, and wetlands * Electric-assist bikes make uphill sections easier * Learn local history and stories along the way * Lunch and coffee or tea are included for a relaxed experience