Great Nature Adventure around Nikko National Park
Right in front of Tobu Nikko Station you fill find Azuma, a restaurant located on the second floor.
They offer different types of soba and snacks, and since it’s really close to the station it’s a good place to stop and eat before going back home after a long day of walking around Nikko.
They also serve Nikko famous yuba (tofu skin) in interesting ways suck as yuba croquette and dumplings, very delicious!
Address: 10-6 Matsubaracho, Nikko
Chinese food in Nikko? Yes! Suien is well-known in Nikko area, and open for both lunch and dinner.
Dishes are delicious and big enough for sharing, so it makes a good option for families or groups. Also, do not forget to try their homemade annin tofu (almond jelly) for dessert, you will not regret it!
Address: 6-42 Yasukawacho, Nikko
Perfect after visiting Nikko Toshogu, at Gyoshintei you will be able to experience authentic “Shojin Ryori”. This is a vegetarian cuisine originally developed by Buddhist monks who were prohibited from eating food containing animal products, and included on the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list in 2014.
All meals at this fantastic restaurant and cooked using seasonal fruits and vegetables and completely natural non-animal ingredients. Even the Japanese soup stock traditionally made out of fish, does not contain any fish or animal ingredients.
There are different sets available, all freshly delicious. You should definitely visit Gyoshintei to experience traditional cuisine in an amazing location.
Address: 2339-1 Sannai, Nikko (closed on Thursdays)
Access: Take the Tobu World heritage loop bus from JR Nikko St. or Tobu Nikko St. and get off at the “Hotel Seikoen” bus stop.
Website: https://www.meiji-yakata.com/en/gyoshin/
Want to have lunch? Or delicious coffee and pancakes on your way back to Nikko Station?
At The Standard Bakers the options are many and delicious. From sandwiches and pasta, small but tasty vegan menu, to their amazing oven baked pancakes, you will not regret it!
Address: 597-2 Gokomachi, Nikko
This little shop is perfect to hide from Nikko’s crowds.
Good for lunch, teatime or dinner, as they also open at night, you should try Bell Cafe‘s “monk’s diet” (special soy milk skin set) or the many cakes, sweets and coffee.
Just a few minutes away from Shinkyo Bridge. Give it a try!
Address: 6-39 Yasukawacho, Nikko
