Nikko, Oya, and Japan of the Samurai Era

A three-day tour: underground quarries, UNESCO temples, waterfalls, and an Edo-era theme park town.

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   Oya Quarries

   Underground halls up to 30 meters deep (Oya History Museum).

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   Oya-ji Temple

   A Buddhist temple carved into the rock, over 1,000 years old, with a Kannon statue.

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   Heiwa Kannon Statue

   A 27-meter statue carved directly into the cliff.

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   Toshogu Temple Complex

   A UNESCO site: the Yomeimon Gate, the "Three Monkeys," and the "Sleeping Cat."

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   Rinnoji Temple

   Three sacred deities and majestic halls.

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   Futarasan Shrine

   A shrine over 1,200 years old, surrounded by mountains.

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   Kegon Waterfall

   One of Japan's most beautiful waterfalls — 97 meters high.

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   Lake Chuzenji

   A mountain lake at the foot of the Nantai volcano.

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   Edo Wonderland Nikko Edomura

   Edo-era quarters: samurai houses, ninja shows, crafts, and costumes.