Revised: 16 August 2026 The last time I stood in front of Nikko Toshogu, I was eleven years old, half-listening to a teacher’s explanation while counting down the minutes to lunch. Ten-plus years later, I came back with my mother during a short four-day break — one TOEIC test behind me, one quiet mountain town … Continue reading Nikko in Japan: 2026 Update — A Complete Guide for First-Time Visitors