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About Miyazaki One-day Tour
About Miyazaki One-day Tour
Takachiho, located at the northernmost tip of Miyazaki Prefecture, is widely known as a place steeped in ancient Japanese mythology. The Amano Iwato Shrine area features a rock cave said to be the abode of the angry deity in the Amano Iwato legend, which plunged the world into darkness. Takachiho Shrine hosts nightly folk dances daily to pray for abundant harvests, making it a legendary town that preserves the worldview of ancient myths. Additionally, Takachiho Gorge, designated as a National Scenic Spot and Natural Monument, is a deep V-shaped valley formed by the ancient volcanic activity of Mount Aso.
Why Miyazaki One-day Tour is a must
This tour will take you to explore Takachiho, a town of ancient Japanese mythology. You will visit two important shrines related to the gods' legends and witness the beauty of Takachiho Gorge, an amazing natural monument. You can also enjoy boating to see the gorge's beauty from a different perspective.
Top things to do at Miyazaki One-day Tour
On the Miyazaki One-day Tour, you will find the following main attractions and activities: Amano Iwato Shrine: See the rock cave believed to be the abode of the angry deity in the Amano Iwato legend. Takachiho Shrine: Watch the nightly folk dances, held daily to pray for abundant harvests. Takachiho Gorge: Explore the beautiful deep V-shaped valley, a result of Mount Aso's volcanic eruptions, and you can rent a boat to visit the bottom of the gorge.
How to get to Miyazaki One-day Tour
The meeting point for the trip is at the Chikushi Exit Parking Lot of Hakata Station, Fukuoka (Fukuoka Hakata Station Chikushi Exit Parking Lot), near the Lawson convenience store at JR Hakata Station.
Location of Miyazaki One-day Tour
Takachiho town is located at the northernmost tip of Miyazaki Prefecture. Meeting point: Chikushi Exit Parking Lot, Hakata Station, Fukuoka (JR Hakata Station Lawson Convenience Store, 4-23 Hakata Station, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture).
Know Before You Go
For those wishing to row a boat in Takachiho Gorge, the fee is 2,000 JPY for 30 minutes, and each boat can accommodate up to 3 passengers. Please note that boat reservations cannot be made in advance.