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A volcanic crater with a small lake, surrounded by green hills and a winding road. 1
A river with a waterfall, surrounded by dense greenery and trees. 2
A waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff into a calm river. 3
A dense forest with tall trees and sunlight filtering through. 4
A narrow canyon with a flowing river, moss-covered rocks, and dense vegetation. 5
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Overview

  • We'll take you to the Minami-Aso area (Kumamoto) and Takachiho (Miyazaki) to explore Kyushu, Japan's natural landscapes.
    We offer a tailor-made itinerary for each individual customer. Our local staff will contact you to discuss the tour itinerary.

    *The tour itinerary is a sample itinerary.

    • If you wish to partake in the boat ride, please let us know by email before your tour date, as it must be reserved two weeks in advance. However, please kindly keep in mind that due to its popularity, we cannot guarantee the boat ride, as advance reservations are first-come, first-served. (Boat Ride fee is not included in the tour fee.)

    • Nakadake Crater may be under restriction, depending on the weather and volcanic activity. If the crater is closed, we could discuss an alternative plan that suits your interests.

    • If we cannot reach you via email (e.g., if emails are returned undelivered or you do not respond closer to the tour dates), we will attempt to contact you through WhatsApp.

Activity location

  • Shirakawa Springs
    • Shirakawa,
    • 869-1502, Minamiaso-mura, Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 1-1 Hakataekichūōgai
    • 1 1
    • 812-0012, Fukuoka, Fukuoka, Japan

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What's included, what's not

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    Billingual Guide Service Charge
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    All Fees and Taxes
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    Transport Fee
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    Travel Handling Charges and Taxes
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    Travel Insurance
  • Exclusions
    Lunch
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    Activity Expenses

Know before you book

    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • The 10 hour duration will be including transport

Activity itinerary

Shirakawa Springs

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Shirakawa Spring (Shirakawa Suigen) is a famous spring water and selected as one of the 100 best spring waters in Japan. The water contributes to the development of local industries, such as bottled water and Japanese rice wine.

Takachiho Gorge

  • 40m
  • Admission ticket not included
Takachiho Gorge is a narrow chasm cut through the rock by the Gokase River, and the cliffs lining the gorge are made of volcanic basalt columns that resemble the scales of a dragon where the stone twisted and flowed as it formed. Most interestingly, you can ride on a board to explore the Takachiho River and the gorge.

Ama-no-Iwato Shrine, West Main Shrine

  • 1h
Amano Iwato Shrine is a Japanese shrine dedicated to the sun goddess Amaterasu. You can see a big torii gate, which is standing in a cave. The shrine in the cave also has a very mystical ambiance.

Takachiho Shrine

  • 15m
Takachiho Shrine was built approximately 1900 years ago. It enshrines desties of good harvests, and marriage prospects, transport safety, and lifting of bad luck, and attracts many faithful.

The Site of Takachiho Railway Amanoiwato Station

  • 40m
  • Admission ticket not included
The Takachiho Railway offers a 30-minute, 5-kilometer return ride from Takachiho Station to enjoy the spectacular scenery of Takachiho. On the train ride, you will have a good time seeing beautiful views of the gorge, including the new green leaves in spring and colourful leaves in fall, from the Japanese highest railway bridge. Note: The 12 hours and 30 mins duration will include transport

Location

Activity location

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    Shirakawa Springs
    • Shirakawa,
    • 869-1502, Minamiaso-mura, Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    1-1 Hakataekichūōgai
    • 1 1
    • 812-0012, Fukuoka, Fukuoka, Japan

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