Walking distance from Rinnō-ji Temple to Shinkyō
Shrines and Temples of Nikkō, JP
Distance
314 m
0.20 mi
Walking time
4 min
at a regular pace
Travel time by mode
🚶Walking4 minrecommended
🚴Cycling1 minif bike-friendly
🚗Driving1 mindepending on traffic
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Walking the route
- Add 10-15 minutes for photo stops at Rinnō-ji Temple or Shinkyō.
- The route runs through Shrines and Temples of Nikkō streets - wear comfortable shoes.
- Standing at Rinnō-ji Temple, you’re enveloped by the scent of cedar trees mixed with the faint aroma of incense wafting from the nearby halls. The intricate carvings on the temple's wooden beams catch the light filtering
Other walking distances in Shrines and Temples of Nikkō
Shrines and Temples of Nikkō → Nikkō Tōshō-gū478 m · 6 minShrines and Temples of Nikkō → Futarasan Shrine428 m · 7 minShrines and Temples of Nikkō → Rinnō-ji Temple568 m · 8 minShrines and Temples of Nikkō → Shinkyō882 m · 12 minNikkō Tōshō-gū → Futarasan Shrine861 m · 13 minNikkō Tōshō-gū → Rinnō-ji Temple1.03 km · 14 min
FAQ
How far is Rinnō-ji Temple from Shinkyō?
314 m (0.20 mi) on foot. The walk is direct through Shrines and Temples of Nikkō.
How long does it take to walk?
About 4 min at a regular pace. Add 10-15 minutes for photo stops or rest breaks.
Can I walk between Rinnō-ji Temple and Shinkyō?
Yes - the 314 m route is suitable for most walkers. Full turn-by-turn directions.