Kirishima Shrine and Ebino Kogen Trekking Private Tour

8 hours 20 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Explore the natural wonders and cultural richness of the Kirishima area on this captivating 1-day private tour. Led by a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter, you'll discover one of Japan's first national parks, the Kirishima Mountains.
Visit the National Treasure Kirishima Shrine, a vermilion-painted sanctuary nestled in the forest, where locals pray for fire suppression and national peace. Then, embark on a beginner-friendly 2-hour trek through Ebino Kogen, experiencing the majestic landscapes of Kirishima-Kinkowan National Park. The tour concludes with a visit to Maruo Falls, known as "Yunotaki," where hot spring water cascades dramatically. This unique feature highlights Kirishima's fame as a hot spring district.

What's Included

Other transportation costs included in the tour
National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter fee
Lunch
Fees other than those listed in Includes

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet in front of Kagoshima-chuo Station East Exit Tourist Information Center. Immediately accessible from Kagoshima-chuo Station East Exit Station Square. Customers who are late for the departure time will have their reservations canceled. Please give yourself plenty of time.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours 20 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    Tucked in the forest surrounded by Kirishima's beautiful nature, Kirishima Shrine is one of Kirishima's leading power spots said to be filled with mystical energy, and is dedicated to Ninigi-no-Mikoto, the protagonist of the myth of Tenson Korin where the sun goddess's grandson descended to earth. The interior of the shrine is lavishly decorated, and the main hall, worship hall, and offering hall are designated as national treasures. The shrine building interior will not be visited.

    35 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    The tour will make a stop at Kirishima Roadside Station in the Kirishima-Kinkowan National Park. Behold the impressive Kirishima Mountains and Kinko Bay spreading out below. There are also restaurants and shops selling local specialties in the area. Customers can purchase their own lunch here. Free time for lunch - lunch charges not included. *Credit cards cannot be used for payment at the restaurant, so please be sure to bring cash.

    50 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Enjoy trekking at Ebino Kogen, a nature-rich highland with an altitude of 1,200 m in the Kirishima Mountains. Starting from the Ebino Eco Museum Center, embark on a 2-hour walk along a course overlooking the crater lake. While walking, relish the various natural landscapes that make up Kirishima, such as the beautiful cobalt blue lakes Rokukannonmiike and Fudoike, and Karakunidake, the highest peak of the Kirishima Mountains. The trekking course and duration may change depending on volcanic activity and mountain trail restrictions.

    2 hours 10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    To the southwest of the Kirishima Mountains lies the hot spring village of Kirishima Onsenkyo, home to 9 hot springs of various sizes with water that springs from Mt. Kirishima. After having enjoyed the magnificent nature nurtured by the Kirishima Mountains, spend the last leg of the tour at Maruo Falls, called "Yunotaki" for its flowing hot spring water. The waterfall is 23 m high and 16 m wide, and has a milky blue color that creates a rare, unique atmosphere.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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