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Full-Day Charter Bus Tour To Mythical "Takachiho" From Fukuoka

  • Tour Category

    Private Tour

  • Tour Types

    Religious, Culture, Sightseeing

  • Duration

    13 Hours

  • Activity Level

    Easy

  • Language

    English

Description

Embark on a full-day charter bus journey from Fukuoka to mythical Takachiho, a hub of Japanese legends. Explore Takachiho Gorge, savour local melons, and experience the spiritual serenity of Takachiho Shrine, all while immersing in the area's rich mythology and natural beauty.

Highlights
  • Savour delicious melons at Michi-no-Eki Shichijo Melon Dome
  • Explore the mythical Takachiho Gorge and its spiritual energy
  • Discover the serene Takachiho Shrine amidst tall cedars
  • Meeting and Pickup at 09:00 AM expand_more
    • A driver or guide will be waiting for you with a name board at your designated location and time.
    • The side of our bus is written in Roman letters as the bus company name.
    • Please note that if you are not at the specified place and time even after 1 hour or more, it will be considered a cancellation for the day. If you want to change the location or time, please contact us through this site.
  • Michi-no-Eki Shichijo Melon Dome at 10:30 AM expand_more
    • Enjoy eating melon here! Road Station Shichijo Melon Dome is located on National Route 325 in Okada, Shichijo Town, Kikuchi City, Kumamoto Prefecture.
    • It features a building with a melon motif, a special product of the area.
    • The station opened as a specialty center on April 29, 1995.
    • Duration: 15 minutes • Admission Ticket: Free
  • Takachiho Gorge expand_more
    • You will arrive here around 12:15 and stay until 15:15, including lunchtime.
    • Takachiho is a town in northern Miyazaki Prefecture, steeped in Japanese mythology.
    • It is the supposed site of the legend where Amaterasu, the Shinto Sun Goddess, disturbed by her brother's cruel pranks, hid herself in a cave. This prompted the other gods and goddesses to try and lure her out.
    • It is also the disputed landing place of the god Ninigi no Mikoto, grandson of Amaterasu, who was sent down from heaven to establish the lineage of Japanese emperors. This distinction competes with Mount Takachiho-no-mine in Kirishima National Park.
    • Takachiho is known as a "power spot," a place of profound religious importance and natural beauty, radiating spiritual energy. The best spots for a spiritual experience include Amano Iwato Shrine and Takachiho Gorge on a calm day.
    • Duration: 3 hours • Admission Ticket: Not Included
  • Takachiho Shrine expand_more
    • Takachiho Shrine, located just west of the town center, is nestled in a grove of tall cedars. The shrine's nondescript, unpainted buildings blend naturally with the surrounding trees during the day.
    • The light filtering through brings an air of calm, peaceful reverence.
    • The town of Takachiho is the site of one of the most important and well-known legends of Japanese mythology.
    • Duration: 30 minutes • Admission Ticket: Free
  • Amano Yasugawara expand_more
    • About 10 minutes on foot from Amanoiwato Shrine Nishihongu along the Iwato River. When Amaterasu Omikami hid in Iwato, it became dark, and eight million gods gathered on this riverbank.
    • A large cave is said to have been the gathering and deifying place. It is also known as "Gyobogaiwaya."
    • Previously, there was only a shrine, and it was the object of worship, but over time, stones have been piled up by the hands of worshippers.
    • Today, countless piled stones further enhance the mysterious and fantastic atmosphere of the Cheonan River.
    • Duration: 30 minutes • Admission Ticket: Free
What's Included
  • A bus with a driver
  • An English-speaking tour guide
  • Fuel fee
  • Insurance ( in our bus )
  • Toll Fees
  • Parking Fees
What's Excluded
  • Canoeing experience fee at Takachiho Gorge
  • WiFi on board
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Bottled water
Know before you go
  • If you are earlier than scheduled on the day, our driver may be able to take you to the dinner place (depending on the time).
  • However, waiting until after your dinner and then dropping you off at your hotel is not part of the deal.

*You will have to pay on-site, but if you are arranging a taxi to pick you up, an interpreter-guide may be able to assist you.

Please understand the above contract terms.

Meeting Point

Fukuoka, 福岡県 日本

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 50% of the tour price.
Price Details
The group size and price
1 To 10USD 1100 Per Group
11 To 20USD 1250 Per Group
21 To 50USD 1500 Per Group

This is a private tour
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USD 1100 / group