Takachiho Full‑Day Private Tour from Kumamoto (Kyushu)

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Takachiho Full‑Day Private Tour from Kumamoto (Kyushu)

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9h 30m
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Overview

Discover Takachiho, one of Kyushu’s most sacred regions and a cornerstone of Japanese mythology, on this private full‑day tour from Kumamoto. Travel comfortably by chartered vehicle with a National Government Licensed English‑speaking guide, exploring legendary sites where gods are believed to have descended to earth. Visit Amanoiwato Shrine and the Amanoyasu Dry River Bed, central to the myth of the sun goddess Amaterasu, before stopping at Takachiho Shrine, known for its ancient architecture and symbolic married cedar trees. End the day with a scenic walk through Takachiho Gorge, a dramatic valley shaped by ancient volcanic activity and home to the iconic Manai Falls, before being conveniently dropped off at your hotel in Kumamoto City.

Activity location

Amanoiwato Shrine Nishi Hongu
- 1073-1 Iwato
- 882-1621, Takachiho, Miyazaki, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

Kumamoto Station Tourist Information Center
- 30 15
- 860-0047, Kumamoto, Kumamoto, Japan

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Full‑Day Private Tour

9h 30m
English

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time: 08:10

Price details

£377.72 x 2 Adults£755.44

Total

Until Mon, 11 May

What's included, what's not

National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter
Other admission fees and transport costs included in the tour
Lunch
Takachiho Gorge Rental Boat Experience
Fees other than those listed in Includes

Know before you book

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note that participants may not join partway through the tour
While transport will be by private vehicle for each group, each experience included in the itinerary may be shared with other customers
Depending on road conditions or other reasons, arrival time at each location may be considerably delayed
Itinerary locations and itinerary order may be changed depending on the weather and operating conditions of locations to be visited
Tour booking charge refunds due to the above changes will not be issued
Please be aware that boat rental is not included during the stroll at Takachiho Gorge
During the tour, the guide will confirm with you your hotel for drop-off on the return trip. Drop-off is available only for hotels in Kumamoto City
There will be an accompanying National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter from the tour meeting location to the tour end location
Children up to 5 years old may join free of charge, but will not be provided with hired car seats. If seats are required, please make a booking under the child rate
Customers are free to have lunch at the Takachiho Roadside Station. Customers are to pay for their own lunch as it is not included in the tour booking charge. In addition, please also bring cash just in case as electronic money and credit cards may not be accepted
Please participate in an outfit easy to walk in as the tour will be walking along an approx. 1 km path at Takachiho Gorge
As large luggage such as suitcases cannot be brought during the tour, please leave them in a locker or at your hotel before participating
In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Amanoiwato Shrine Nishi Hongu

1h 30m

Amanoiwato Shrine is a shrine associated with Amaterasu Omikami, the sun goddess in Japanese mythology. It is said that Amaterasu Omikami once became angry at the mischief of her younger brother, Susanoo, and hid herself in a cave called Amanoiwato. In addition, customers can walk for about 10 minutes from Amanoiwato Shrine to the Amanoyasu Dry River Bed where 8 million gods are said to have gathered to call forth Amaterasu Omikami when she had been hiding in the cave.

Roadside station Takachiho

The tour will stop by Takachiho Roadside Station where customers can purchase and enjoy their own lunch.

Takachiho Shrine

Tour around Takachiho Shrine, the head shrine of the 88 shrines in the 18 areas of Takachiho. Its Main Sanctuary and ironwork guardian dog statues have been designated as important cultural properties of Japan. Within the grounds are the famous Meoto Cedar Trees (Married Cedars), which are two cedar trees growing from intertwined roots. It is said to be a power spot that can bring good fortune in finding a good partner, a harmonious relationship, and a wealth of children.

Takachiho Gorge

1h 15m

Rising up to a hundred metres and stretching 7 km east to west, Takachiho Gorge is a valley that was formed when pyroclastic flows from the eruption of Mt. Aso cooled, solidified, and then were eroded. Amidst this beautiful valley created by the power of nature, must-see highlights include the beautiful columnar joint walls and the famous Manai Falls, which has been selected as one of Japan's top 100 waterfalls. Boat rental not included during the stroll at Takachiho Gorge.

Location

Activity location

Amanoiwato Shrine Nishi Hongu
- 1073-1 Iwato
- 882-1621, Takachiho, Miyazaki, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

Kumamoto Station Tourist Information Center
- 30 15
- 860-0047, Kumamoto, Kumamoto, Japan

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