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Iemitsu Mausoleum (Taiyuinbyo)

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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 30-40 minute walk or 10 minute bus ride (300 yen one way, 500 yen day pass, covered by the free passes) from Tobu and JR Nikko Stations.

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Hours:	8:00 to 17:00 (until 16:00 from November through March) Admission closes 30 minutes before closing time.
Closed:	No closing days
Admission:	550 yen 1000 yen (combination ticket that also covers Toshogu, Rinnoji and Futarasan Shrine)

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Ratings for Taiyuinbyo:

japan-guide.com Rating:		outstanding
User Rating (by 203 users):	89/100	recommended

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