Categories: tochigi

24 April 2025 16:00

Tobu Railway Announces a Price Revision on the "NIKKO PASS All Area" and "NIKKO PASS World Heritage Area," from April 20, 2025

This new price is in line with the revision of discount fares by other Japan travel companies.


(1) "NIKKO PASS All Area"
A. What is included in this ticket?
Tobu Railway discount fare: Round-trip travel from Asakusa Station to TOBU Nikko Station
Plus, unlimited rides between TOBU Nikko Station and Shimo-Imaichi Station and between Shimo-Imaichi Station and Kinugawa Onsen Stati

4 December 2024 16:00

Yunishigawa Onsen, Renowned for its Therapeutic Hot Spring Water, Hosts Annual Kamakura Festival

Yunishigawa Onsen is a small village nestled in the mountains of Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture. It can be reached by train from Tobu Asakusa Station in about 3 hours. Its relaxed atmosphere and indulgent, therapeutic hot springs await travelers to soothe their bodies and souls.

In 2025, the annual Yunishigawa Onsen Kamakura Festival will be held from January 31 to March 2. Hundreds of miniature

9 October 2024 16:00

Explore Nikko’s Autumn Top Three Must-Visit Spots with TOBU Railway

As the vibrant colours of autumn arrive, TOBU Railway invites travellers to experience the breathtaking beauty of Nikkothrough its special autumn train tourism offerings. With the crisp air and stunning seasonal foliage, Nikko becomes a top destination for those looking to immerse themselves in nature. This autumn, TOBU is highlighting its scenic train routes to enhance the visitor experience by o

2 October 2024 09:00

Tobu Railway Group's Tobu Kogyo Division Has Renovated the Kotoku Cattle Farm in Nikko National Park and Reopened it as of July 1, 2024

Brown, Swiss Cattle Grazing at Kotoku Farm
In order to maximize the tourism value of Nikko's "International Eco-Resort," the Tobu Group is enhancing the tourism experience through regional cooperation. As part of these efforts, Tobu Railway's Kogyo division has renovated and reopened Kotoku Farm, a unique cattle farm in Nikko National Park. Cattle grazing is being held at Kotoku for the fir

28 August 2024 09:30

Tobu Railway Is Operating the "Oze Night Train 23:45" On Select Dates in August, September, and October 2024!

Mt. Aizu-Komagatake
This Special Night Adventure Train, which has been Operating on Select Summer and Autumn dates since 1987, is the Perfect Way to Access Early-Morning-Magnificently-Misty-and Magical Hiking in Oze, a National Park in Japan's Tohoku region.



Mt. Aizu-Komagatake
Tobu Railway announces that in late summer/early autumn 2024, it is once again, operating its specia

19 June 2024 05:38

Japan’s Tobu Railway Co., Ltd. Releases its 2024 Tourism Information Booklet: “Rail Travel in Japan with Tobu Railway”

Tobu Railway announces the latest edition of its guide booklet “Rail Travel in Japan with Tobu Railway,” just released in January 2024! It is available in four languages, including Japanese, English, Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese.

The booklet introduces the wonderful natural and historic sightseeing experiences that visitors will encounter along Tobu Railway’s routes, with info

23 May 2024 03:00

Nikko Takatoku Camping Station Opened May 1st in the Kinugawa area of Tochigi Prefecture

This new campground, a joint venture between Tobu Railway and Cross Project Group, brings a "new camping style," to Takatoku-Nakaiwa River Park in Nikko City. Travel there by train and bring nothing with you! It's a "Rent it All" site.


Kinugawa Rent It All Camping "Nikko Takatoku Camping Station"
On May 1, 2024, Tobu Railway and Cross Project Group, Inc. – with expertise in operating

19 December 2023 09:00

Partial Adjustments to Tobu Railway Limited Express Train ”Spacia X” Special Seating Charges

Tobu Railway Co., Ltd. (headquartered in Sumida-ku, Tokyo; Yutaka Tsuzuki, president) will introduce two new Spacia X train sets, operating a total of four train sets on six round trips daily so that even more customers can use the express train following timetable adjustments that are to take place on Saturday, March 16, 2024. Some of the special seating charges will also be adjusted. Tobu Railwa

25 October 2023 09:00

The 150-Year-Old Nikko Kanaya Hotel Completed Renovations of its "Annex Royal House" on July 15, 2023

Now, in Autumn, when Nikko, Japan Fires up Intensely Vibrant Foliage, is the
Time to Stay at this Historic Property Immersed in Traditional Japanese Culture.


Nikko Kanaya Annex Exterior Daytime
The Nikko Kanaya Hotel, which began as Japan's first Western-style resort hotel, opened its doors in 1873. Now,150 years later, the hotel's Annex Royal House has undergone a shiny new renov

28 September 2023 09:00

Tobu Railway Launches Its Latest Model "Spacia X" Express Train with 40% Reduced CO2 Emissions Compared with the Previous Spacia Fleet

Spacia X Offers Superior Design Features, a Modern Café Car Serving Local Bites and Brews, and You can Ride with the Nikko All Area Pass.

Tobu Railway's latest model flagship limited express "Spacia X" trains began their inaugural run July 5, 2023. The six-car series N100 EMU "Electric Multiple Unit" trains operate on the Tobu Nikko Line from Asakusa station in Tokyo to Nikko and Kinugawa-o

5 April 2023 09:00

Nikko - a combination of the familiar and the exotic, perfect for lovers of food

Nikko, with its combination of rich history and world-famous national parks, has long been a favourite destination for both domestic and international travellers alike.

Located in Tochigi prefecture and only less than a two-hour train ride from Asakusa, Nikko makes for a must-see part of any itinerary to Japan.
Nikko is home to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the Toshogu S

20 September 2022 09:00

Tobu Railway Launches Autumn 2022 "Nikko Foliage Midnight Train" between Asakusa, Tokyo and Nikko

Tobu Railway Limited Express Revaty
Tobu Railway announces that they will operate a special middle-of-the-night train service, "Nikko Foliage Midnight Train," connecting Tobu Asakusa Station in Tokyo to Tobu Nikko Station in Tochigi Prefecture. The train departs from Asakusa at 11:45 pm. The entire journey, on the Limited Express Revaty train, takes 2.5 hours and arrives at Nikko Station at

16 September 2021 09:00

Must visit cycling destinations in Tokyo and beyond

Japan is a dream destination for travellers who want to make their way around by bike. Not only a country with a unique culture and delicious food, Japan has a great climate for cycling and incredible landscapes waiting to be explored giving cyclists options for urban cycling to rural bike-packing adventures.
From cycling through downtown Tokyo to packing your bike up and jumping aboard the Tob

20 July 2021 09:00

New and Seasonal Special Experiences in Nikko and Kinugawa Onsen, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan; 2 hours north of Tokyo along the Tobu Railway line

Exciting activities await visitors to Nikko and Kinugawa Onsen this summer! This is a cultural and hot spring resort area, just two hours north of Tokyo along the Tobu Railway line.

SL Taiju Steam Locomotive
Tobu Railways will begin operating a daily, vintage steam locomotive service from late July. This nostalgic train called SL Taiju (https://www.tobu.co.jp/en/sightseeing/nikko_kinugaw

1 July 2021 09:00

Tobu Railway Co., Ltd. releases its 2021 tourism information booklet – “Rail Travel in Japan with Tobu Railway,” introducing wonderful, natural, and historical sightseeing locations and experiences along the Tobu Railway line.

Tobu Railway announces the latest edition of its guide booklet “Rail Travel in Japan with Tobu Railway” just released for 2021!
(※In four languages including Japanese, English, Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese)

The booklet introduces the wonderful, natural, and historical sightseeing experiences that visitors encounter along Tobu Railway routes with information on transport

15 December 2020 09:00

Nikko: A gateway for Zen, nature and relaxation

With talks of travel to Japan to recommence in 2021, now is the time to plan your next trip. After flying in and enjoying the sights of the busy capital cities, you might feel the need to slow down, take a breath of fresh air and experience some ‘Zen’ vibes. Just a 2-hour train ride on the Tobu Railway from the hustle-bustle of Tokyo, you can find the small town of Nikko sitting on the edge of a g

3 June 2019 09:03

Travel to Nikko and Aizu to Combine an Early Experience of Fall at Japan’s Highest Lake with an Introduction to Samurai Culture

In this edition, we would like to introduce Nikko, approximately two hours by train from Asakusa. A 30-minute bus ride from the station brings you to the area around Lake Chuzenji, Japan’s highest altitude lake, where fall always comes a little early. After enjoying the beautiful colors and natural surroundings, we recommend traveling to Ouchi-juku, to learn about samurai culture and experience st

1 May 2019 02:00

Cultural walks among the traditional buildings of Tochigi, a trading city. Experience the architectural beauty of Old Edo.

In this edition, we introduce a journey through the history and culture of old Edo, Japan’s ancient capital. After discovering history and culture at the Edo-Tokyo Museum, we recommend you to take a journey of approximately 70 minutes on Tobu Railway from Asakusa Station to reach Tochigi City, a town that still retains some of the atmosphere of Japan’s days gone by, with traditional warehouses fro

10 July 2018 08:17

Part 3. Tochigi City, a Little Edo Town with Edo Cuisine.Use the One-Day Citizen Passport for an economical stroll.

Tochigi City, Tochigi Prefecture, is known as Little Edo. It can be reached in about 70 minutes from Asakusa, Tokyo via the Tobu Railway. The city’s streets are reminiscent of an Edo-period town and it retains the cultural tradition of boat transport. Try Japanese-style sweets and traditional food seasoned with miso. The Edo cuisine is characterized by its healthy quality. Have an economical strol

31 May 2018 08:17

Natural Ice Produced with Care By Craftspeople. Nikko in Summer is a great place to enjoy the soft texture of shaved ice.

Nikko has been famous in Japan for more than a century as a location for cooling off in summer, and even today visitors can enjoy the rich natural surroundings. During winter, good-quality water and traditional methods are used to make hard, highly transparent ice. At this time of year, as the height of summer approaches, visitors can enjoy shaved ice products made with this carefully-made natural