🇯🇵 Escape Tokyo! Hiking Japan’s Hidden Paradise in Nikko National Park

Escape the busy city and explore the stunning nature of Nikko National Park, Japan! In this vlog, we leave the tourist crowds behind to hike through peaceful forests, explore sulfur hot springs, and discover a beautiful volcanic lake formed by Mount Mitsudake. We share practical travel tips for visiting Nikko, including how to save money with 1-day and 2-day bus passes, elevator ticket costs for top views, and essential safety tips for hiking in bear country (and why everyone carries a bear bell!). Plus, we take an off-the-beaten-path detour to the Odashiogara lakes and marshlands—complete with overgrown trails, quiet nature, and a few wrong turns along the way. Whether you're planning a day trip from Tokyo or looking for the best day hikes in Japan, this travel guide has everything you need to know!