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Takachiho Gorge
Takachiho Gorge
Amanoyasu Dry River Bed
Amanoyasu Dry River Bed
Takachiho Gorge

1 Day Land of Myths in Japan Takachiho Private Tour from Kumamoto

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Overview

Discover the mythical realm of Takachiho on this enchanting day trip from Kumamoto. Led by a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter, this private tour delves into Japan's rich mythology and natural beauty. Begin your journey at Amanoiwato Shrine and Amanoyasu Dry River Bed, sites steeped in legends of the sun goddess Amaterasu Omikami. Next, visit Takachiho Shrine, the principal shrine of the region, boasting important cultural properties including its Main Sanctuary and ironwork guardian dog statues.
The tour culminates at the breathtaking Takachiho Gorge, a natural wonder formed by ancient volcanic activity and erosion. This majestic landscape epitomises Kyushu's mystical scenery.
Throughout the day, your knowledgeable guide will illuminate the area's rich history and cultural significance.

Activity location

  • Amanoiwato Shrine
    • 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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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedNational Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter fee
  • What's includedWhat's includedOther admission fees and transport costs included in the tour
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedLunch
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTakachiho Gorge Rental Boat Experience
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedFees 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. Also, participants may join only from the meeting location specified in advance.
  • 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.
  • 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 adult 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.
  • 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.
  • Parental permission in writing is necessary for all tour participants under the age of eighteen. Any participant under the age of fifteen or not yet enrolled in middle school must be joined by a parent or guardian on the tour.
  • Tour's total duration is 9 hours 30 minutes, although the total duration listed in the itinerary is 4 hours 10 minutes. The remaining hours are allotted for travel time.
  • 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
  • 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
  • 45m
Lunch (meal charges not included in the tour)
Takachiho Shrine
  • 40m
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

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESAmanoiwato Shrine
    • 1073-1 Iwato
    • 882-1621, Takachiho, Miyazaki, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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

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