Comments on: What to see in Nikko, a breathtaking World Heritage site https://rachelsruminations.com/what-to-see-in-nikko-japan/ Taking the road less traveled Fri, 04 Nov 2022 10:59:28 +0000 hourly 1 By: Rachel Heller https://rachelsruminations.com/what-to-see-in-nikko-japan/#comment-12295 Mon, 05 Jun 2017 19:20:42 +0000 https://rachelsruminations.com/?p=4271#comment-12295 In reply to Jim ~ Reflections Enroute.

Thank you!

]]> By: Jim ~ Reflections Enroute https://rachelsruminations.com/what-to-see-in-nikko-japan/#comment-12294 Mon, 05 Jun 2017 19:19:18 +0000 https://rachelsruminations.com/?p=4271#comment-12294 Nikko is definitely a must for visitors to Japan. As far as the shrine rebuilding/renovation this is common in Japan. There is one shrine that is completely rebuilt every 20 years (and has been for nearly a thousand years). When a shrine or temple is rebuilt or renovated it is done so in the same way and using the same techniques developed when the first shrine was erected. This not only keeps the structure sound, but it also maintains an aesthetic and building process that has been around for hundreds of years. Fascinating! I would have loved to stop in the building and observe the work going on, but it was closed when we visited last year. I love your photography! #wkendtravelinspiration

]]> By: Rachel Heller https://rachelsruminations.com/what-to-see-in-nikko-japan/#comment-12292 Mon, 05 Jun 2017 10:31:58 +0000 https://rachelsruminations.com/?p=4271#comment-12292 In reply to Rhonda Albom.

Yes, at least I hope so! It will be beautiful once it is done, and seeing the restoration in progress was interesting. Thanks for commenting!

]]> By: Rhonda Albom https://rachelsruminations.com/what-to-see-in-nikko-japan/#comment-12285 Sun, 04 Jun 2017 21:59:44 +0000 https://rachelsruminations.com/?p=4271#comment-12285 I enjoyed your photos of the Sacred Bridge and the monkey carvings. Such a major restoration of the temple is probably necessary due to a lack of maintenance. Most historical sites need upkeep lest they fall to ruins. The fact that the restoration is trying to preserve as much original as possible indicates the reverence held for the temple and its ideals.

]]> By: Rachel Heller https://rachelsruminations.com/what-to-see-in-nikko-japan/#comment-5169 Sat, 22 Aug 2015 07:45:39 +0000 https://rachelsruminations.com/?p=4271#comment-5169 In reply to Muza-chan.

Glad you liked them!

]]> By: Muza-chan https://rachelsruminations.com/what-to-see-in-nikko-japan/#comment-5167 Sat, 22 Aug 2015 07:14:30 +0000 https://rachelsruminations.com/?p=4271#comment-5167 Lovely photos…

]]> By: Rachel Heller https://rachelsruminations.com/what-to-see-in-nikko-japan/#comment-5033 Mon, 10 Aug 2015 17:55:48 +0000 https://rachelsruminations.com/?p=4271#comment-5033 In reply to Nancie.

Thanks, Nancie! I think the temple is reopening in 2019, but I’m not sure exactly. It’s a long process!

]]> By: Nancie https://rachelsruminations.com/what-to-see-in-nikko-japan/#comment-5027 Mon, 10 Aug 2015 12:28:05 +0000 https://rachelsruminations.com/?p=4271#comment-5027 Hi Rachel. Your photos are gorgeous. I haven’t visited Nikko yet, but on my next visit I definitely will. Maybe by then the temple will be rebuilt and open in the public.

]]> By: Rachel Heller https://rachelsruminations.com/what-to-see-in-nikko-japan/#comment-4996 Sat, 08 Aug 2015 07:13:34 +0000 https://rachelsruminations.com/?p=4271#comment-4996 In reply to Paula McInerney.

It is beautiful! A highlight of my trip to Japan!

]]> By: Paula McInerney https://rachelsruminations.com/what-to-see-in-nikko-japan/#comment-4994 Sat, 08 Aug 2015 06:47:44 +0000 https://rachelsruminations.com/?p=4271#comment-4994 Nikko is a beautiful area and lovely to walk around and explore as your photos show.

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