North-west of Tokyo, Nikko became an important destination for pilgrims during the Edo period (1603-1867). It does date from much earlier than that, the Rinno-ji temple being established in 766. The Shinkyo Bridge, constructed in 1636, served as a gateway to Nikko's shrines. Nikko's shrines are designated as World Heritage Sites.

Above: Shinkyo Bridge

Below: the original Three Wise Monkeys, 'See no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil', are to be found at the Toshogu Shrine in Nikko. Their names are: ​
​Mizaru, Kikazaru, and Iwazaru,