Nikko Toshogu Shrine (Yamauchi, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture)
Overview This shrine enshrines Tokugawa Ieyasu, the first shogun of the Edo shogunate, and is characterized by its gorgeous carvings and richly colored shrine buildings. As the centerpiece of the World Heritage Site "Shrines and Temples of Nikko," it is a popular destination for visitors from both within Japan and overseas. Highlights: Yomeimon Gate: Intricate carvings and the "see no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil" sign; Sleeping Cat: A small statue symbolizing peace...
