From Fukuoka: Takachiho Gorge & Amanoyasukawara Cave Classic Day Tour (English Guide)

Depart from Hakata Station
for Takachiho, the land of myths

Depart at 8:00 AM from the Lawson at the Oriental Hotel Fukuoka near the Chikushi Exit of Hakata Station. Please arrive 10 minutes early. After about 3 hours by bus, you reach Takachiho in Miyazaki Prefecture around 11:00 AM, and an English-speaking guide leads the day.

See Takachiho Gorge and Manai Falls

Takachiho Gorge is a V-shaped valley formed by eruptions of Mt. Aso, lined with basalt cliffs. From the edge of the gorge, look down on Manai Falls dropping between the cliffs and take photos.

From noon, for about 60 minutes, you can row a Takachiho boat deeper into the gorge at your own expense or enjoy free time (boat ticket not included).

Ride the Amaterasu Railway through forests and tunnels

At 1:00 PM, those who wish can ride the Takachiho Amaterasu Railway at their own expense (about 40 minutes, ticket not included). A small train runs along an old track through forests and tunnels with scenery unfolding outside the window. If the train cannot be booked or is under maintenance, a visit to Takachiho Shrine takes its place.

Walk to Amanoyasukawara Cave, where the gods gathered

Around 3:00 PM, move to the Amanoiwato area and spend about 60 minutes at Amanoyasukawara Cave, where in Japanese mythology the gods gathered to discuss how to bring Amaterasu Omikami out of the cave. Down the stone steps, the stream and moss are surrounded by countless stacked wishing stones. Each participant can receive a magatama souvenir by showing this tour information at the shop in the Amanoiwato area.

※ You return to Lawson at the Chikushi Exit of Hakata Station around 6:30 PM.
※ The itinerary is for reference and may change due to traffic and local conditions.