Nikko, with its beautiful seasonal changes, is only 2 hours from Tokyo Amidst the outskirts of the Tokyo Metropolitan region, 2 hours away lies one of Japan's most popular autumn tourist destinations, Nikko. A historic city hosting multiple World Heritage Sites, Nikko is known for its beautiful seasonal changes, and blossoms into a natural wonderland of colour during autumn. Perched at an altitude of 1400m, Nikko is one of the earliest areas to experience the seasonal changes in the region. Nikko offers vast, panoramic views, hotels with high quality dining and restaurants that cater to vegan and vegetarian dietary requirements.

Straight Out of a Painting: Akechidaira Ropeway and Kegon Falls
Sitting at the top of Nikko's iconic Irohazaka Winding Road is the Akechidaira Ropeway. Visitors glide through the air on the aerial tramway, surrounded by a seemingly endless bounty of natural glory as they travel towards the Akechidaira Ropeway Observation Deck – a popular area in Nikko. Featuring a panoramic view of the Kegon Falls, Lake Chuzenji and Mt. Nantaisan, visitors can take in a sight that looks like it's straight out of a painting. Decorated with the golden, amber and scarlet leaves in autumn, Nikko's Akechidaira is the perfect destination for soaking in the brilliance of Japanese seasonal changes.

Seasonal Specialties with Local Ingredients
Japanese areas are often known to have local specialties, and autumn is one of the best seasons to sample what Nikko has to offer. With high-quality, vegetarian and vegan options available, Nikko's restaurants organic dishes are infused with rich history and created with the finest natural ingredients. For example, Gyoshintei restaurant offers a different take, serving traditional vegetarian Shojin cuisine, which reflects on Nikko's 1200-year history. Shizensaryo Meguri on the other hand, is a popular café that was originally constructed as a traditional home in Japan's Taisho era. Featuring an array of seasonal, vegetable and fruit dishes filled with high quality ingredients, Shizensaryo Meguri is a great option for those with dietary requirements. The long-standing luxurious resort hotel, Chuzenji Kanaya Hotel, is one of the most popular hotels in the area, and is renowned for its cuisine, which carries 140 years of tradition. Based on the traditional style but with a hint of Western influence, it offers wealth of local ingredients and dedicate flavours.

More information can be found on this press release:

• Enjoying Japan's Gourmet Delights During the Upcoming Fall Season
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• The Scenic Beauty of Nikko, One of Japan's Favorite Locations for Tourism in Fall
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