One Day Tour of Kamishikimi Kumanoimasu Shrine in Miyazaki
08:00 Meet and depart from Lawson Fukuoka Oriental Hotel (Hakata Station Chikushiguchi) 10:50 Kamishikimi Kumanoimasu Shrine (approx. 30–40 minutes, free time) 12:20 The Origin of Japanese Mythology – Amano Iwato Shrine & Amano Yasukawara (approx. 60–70 minutes, free time) Located in Takachiho Tow
📍Meeting point: 08:00 Meet and depart from Lawson Fukuoka Oriental Hotel (Hakata Station Chikushiguchi) Pick-up service at the meeting point. We cannot wait for latecomers; please arrive 10 minutes prior to departure.
08:00 Meet and depart from Lawson Fukuoka Oriental Hotel (Hakata Station Chikushiguchi) 10:50 Kamishikimi Kumanoimasu Shrine (approx. 30–40 minutes, free time) 12:20 The Origin of Japanese Mythology – Amano Iwato Shrine & Amano Yasukawara (approx. 60–70 minutes, free time) Located in Takachiho Town, Nishiusuki District, Miyazaki Prefecture, Amano Iwato Shrine is renowned for the wish‑making custom of stacking stones at Amano Yasukawara. 13:50 Takachiho Gorge (approx. 70–80 minutes, free time including lunch; lunch and any admission fees are to be paid by participants) ① Manai Waterfall – one of Japan’s Top 100 Waterfalls ② Onihachi no Chikara Ishi (Power Stone of Demon Hachi) ③ Takachiho Sandan Bridge – three bridges representing three eras ④ Byobu Rock (Sennin no Byobu‑iwa) – 70‑meter‑high rock face 15:10 Begin return 18:00 Lawson Fukuoka Oriental Hotel (Hakata Station Chikushiguchi)
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What To Expect
Stop 1
⏱ 40 minKamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine is located in Aso, Kumamoto Prefecture. Along the approach path lined with nearly 100 lanterns, climbing step by step feels like entering a fantastical and mysterious world. The shrine is also renowned as a setting for the famous manga works "Hotarubi no Mori e" and "Natsume's Book of Friends," attracting many visitors from around the world.
Stop 2
⏱ 35 minAmanoiwato Shrine, renowned for the practice of stacking stones to make wishes at Amanoyasugawara, is located in Takachiho Town, Nishiusuki District, Miyazaki Prefecture. The shrine enshrines the celestial rock cave (Amanoiwato) believed to be inhabited by a deity. It is famous as a sacred site possessing immense energy for healing the body and mind, as well as for bringing good fortune and elevating one's luck. A continuous stream of worshippers visits the shrine to receive goshuin (stamp seals) and omamori (charms), seeking divine protection.
Stop 3
⏱ 35 minIt is said that stacking stones here while making a wish will make it come true, so many people who come to pray have built numerous stone towers of wishes.
Stop 4
⏱ 1h 10mTakachiho Gorge is a ravine formed by volcanic eruptions of Mount Aso in ancient times. It is characterized by cliffs on both sides and features the 17-meter-high Manai Waterfall. Along with the breathtaking scenery, the three bridges spanning the same gorge also add to the beauty of Takachiho Gorge.
What’s Included
- ✓local specialty souvenirs
- ✓Local guide
- ✓Lunch time
- ✓08:00 Meet and depart from Lawson Fukuoka Oriental Hotel (Hakata Station Chikushiguchi)
- ✓shuttle bus (gorge → parking lot)
What’s NOT Included
- ✗Personal expenses
- ✗Lunch cost
Additional Info
- ♿Wheelchair accessible
- 👶Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 🚇Public transportation options are available nearby
- 👶Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 🚶Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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