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Events & things to do in Nikko on 14 September 2026 (Mon)

Events and today's local updates in Nikko (shrines & temples, Lake Chuzenji, Oku-Nikko, Kinugawa) on 14 September 2026 (Mon), as a list and on a map.

Flowers & autumn leaves

日光旅ナビ開花情報 →

🌸 Autumn Foliage October & November

Moves down in order: Ryuzu Falls → Irohazaka Slope → Downtown

See spots →

🌸 Cherry Blossoms April

Nikko Kaido, Kokuzoson, etc. (Mid-April for downtown)

See spots →

Currently, it is between peak seasons. Let's preview the spots for the next season.

Transport today

🚃 JR Nikko Line

⚠ Service suspension reported (Please check official sources)

Service status →

Please also check official announcements for the status of the Tobu Nikko Line and Irohazaka Slope.

14 September 2026 (Mon) — 8 events

Now on Apr 1 (Wed) – Nov 30 (Mon)

Festivals & rituals British Embassy Villa Memorial Park (英国大使館別荘記念公園)

10th Anniversary Event of the British Embassy Villa Memorial Park

An event celebrating the 10th anniversary of the British Embassy Villa Memorial Park will be held.

Paid

Now on Apr 8, 2026 (Wed) – Mar 31, 2027 (Wed) 8:00〜16:30

Festivals & rituals Rinno-ji Temple Sanbutsudo (輪王寺三仏堂) (Special Venue Inside)

First Opening of the Hidden Buddha 'Bishamonten'

The first opening of the hidden Buddha 'Bishamonten' will be held at Rinno-ji Temple (輪王寺) in Nikko. Don't miss this rare opportunity!

Paid

Now on May 18 (Mon) – Sep 26 (Sat) 11:00〜13:30

Experiences Ryu-Tsudaki Temporary Parking Lot

Let's Restore the Broadleaf Forest at Oku-Nikko Shobugahama

Join environmental conservation activities in Nikko National Park and experience rich nature.

Now on May 24 (Sun) – Sep 27 (Sun) 10:00〜16:00

Markets & food Nikko Yumoto Rest House Front Plaza

Nikko Yumoto Mini Marche × Nature Discovery & Forest Crafts

Enjoy a special market and nature experiences in Nikko Yumoto.

Free

Now on Jul 4 (Sat) – Sep 27 (Sun)

Markets & food Participating Stores in Nikko City

Nikko Summer Hand-Made Soba Stamp Rally

Enjoy Nikko City's specialty "soba" in this stamp rally.

Now on Aug 1 (Sat) – Sep 26 (Sat) 20:45〜（８分間）

Festivals & rituals Kinugawa Onsen (鬼怒川温泉)

Kinugawa Onsen Fireworks Festival – Kinugawa Enka (鬼怒川焔火)

The fireworks festival at Kinugawa Onsen is held in summer and autumn.

Free Evening

Now on Aug 1 (Sat) – Oct 10 (Sat) 20:45〜

Festivals & rituals Kinugawa Tateiwa Big Suspension Bridge (鬼怒楯岩大吊橋), and others

Hyakka Ryouran Fireworks - Kinugawa Flame Fire

A spectacular fireworks event held at Kinugawa Onsen.

Evening

Now on Sep 5 (Sat) – Oct 31 (Sat) 9:30〜11:00、13:00〜14:30

Experiences Akaduma ~ Battlefield Plateau

Battlefield Plateau Autumn Guided Walk

Enjoy a guided walk in the autumn nature of Battlefield Plateau.

Paid