Touring to Tochigi Prefecture

Motorcycle Touring to Tochigi Prefecture.
It takes about 2hours from Tokyo by Tohoku expressway.

Through the big Torii gateWe visited Furumine Shrine known as the birthplace of Nikko

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it is also the shrine of Tengu quietly ensconced in the back of a mountain.

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We had Japanese vegetarian lunch at a large hall in the shrine.
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We spent a quiet time at the beautiful Japanese garden.
It is so beautiful with colorful autumn leaves.
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After riding a winding pass,
reache at Nikko area,most famous for Toshogu, Japan’s most lavishly decorated shrine.

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I found a lucky stone there.
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We enjoyed mountainous riding and beautiful colorful autumn leaves.

total distance from Tokyo 360km
rough price per person with five people : ¥48,700 (bike-Honda NC750X-DCT-LD)