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The Taiyuinbyo is the mausoleum of the third Tokugawa shogun, Iemitsu, the grandson of Ieyasu. The Taiyuinbyo resembles the Toshogu in its layout and lavish decorations, but it is intentionally kept more modest than the Toshogu.

Like the Toshogu, the Taiyuinbyo combines many Shinto and Buddhist elements. Taiyuinbyo belongs to Rinnoji Temple.

When visiting Iemitsu's mausoleum, it is recommended to purchase a combination ticket, which also includes admission to the Toshogu, the Rinnoji's Sanbutsudo and Futarasan Shrine. See details below.

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how to get there

Taiyuinbyo stands about 200 meters west of Toshogu, a 30 minute walk or 10 minute bus ride (300 Yen one way, 500 Yen day pass, covered by the Tobu free passes) from Tobu and JR Nikko Stations.

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Hours:

Daily from 8:00 to 17:00 (until 16:00 from November through March).

Admission:

Regular Ticket:
550 Yen

Combination Ticket:
1000 Yen (also includes admission to Toshogu, Rinnoji and Futarasan Shrine.)

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5th of 6 most visited sights in Nikko.
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Turtle Inn Nikko Inexpensive family-run inn that has hosted many oversea tourists. 10min walk to Toshogu Shrine. Internet PC available. Nikko Cottage Fusha A Japanese cottage with kitchen and laundry, in a quiet area while close to major attractions. One guest group per night. Okunikko Konishi Hotel A resort style onsen hotel along the Yuno-ko Lake in Oku Nikko, which is blessed with natural resources.

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