Takachiho Full‑Day Private Tour from Kumamoto (Kyushu)
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
📍Meeting point: Meet your guide holding a JTB Sunrise Tours sign in front of Kumamoto Station Tourist Information Center, located on JR Kumamoto Station.
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.
Travel Insurance for Japan
SafetyWing covers medical expenses, trip cancellation, and adventure activities. Plans from $1.5/day.
What To Expect
Stop 1
⏱ 1h 30mAmanoiwato 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.
Stop 2
⏱ 50 minThe tour will stop by Takachiho Roadside Station where customers can purchase and enjoy their own lunch.
Stop 3
⏱ 35 minTour around Takachiho Shrine, the head shrine of the 88 shrines in the 18 neighborhoods 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.
Stop 4
⏱ 1h 15mRising up to a hundred meters 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.
What’s Included
- ✓National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter
- ✓Other admission fees and transportation costs included in the tour
What’s NOT Included
- ✗Lunch
- ✗Takachiho Gorge Rental Boat Experience
- ✗Fees other than those listed in Includes
Additional Info
- 👶Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 🦴Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- 🚶Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- •Please note that participants may not join partway through the tour
- •While transportation 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
Customers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought
Vip | Nikko Signature Tour | Private Luxury from Tokyo
Tokyo Private Tour Highlights Temples Markets and Skyline
Tokyo 6 hr Private Guided Tour & Taiyaki Making Experience
Tokyo 5hr Private Guided Tour & 1hr Soba Making Experience
Tokyo 7hr Private Guided Tour and Night Out Variety Act Show
Private Scenic Day Tour in Mt. Fuji and Kawaguchiko
Private Mt Fuji or Hakone Day Trip from Tokyo
Hakone Tour Experience from Tokyo
From
$531.85