Takachiho 6h Private Tour with Licensed Guide and Car Dep Nobeoka

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6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Japanese and 1 more

This is a 6-hour private tour of Takachiho departing from and returning to JR Nobeoka Station by private vehicle. The round-trip drive between Nobeoka and Takachiho takes approximately 2.5 hours. You can typically visit 2–3 sites from the itinerary list, depending on your selected sites, traffic conditions, and preferred pace.

Step into the heart of Japanese mythology in Takachiho, the mountain town where the gods are said to have descended to earth. Travel comfortably with your own government-licensed guide and private vehicle.

Choose from highlights such as Takachiho Gorge and Manai Falls, Takachiho Shrine, Amano Iwato Shrine and Amano Yasugawara, Kunimigaoka Observatory, and Gamadase Market.

Your itinerary is fully customisable, allowing you to enjoy Takachiho's spectacular scenery, sacred sites, and fascinating mythology at your preferred pace.

What's Included

Private vehicle
Customizable Tour of your choice of 2-3 sites from 'What to expect' list'
Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
Food and other personal expenses

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Your guide and driver will pick you up at JR Nobeoka Station or at a hotel near the station. Please use email for any communication before the tour.

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Meeting point

Please meet your guide at JR Nobeoka station. Your guide will be holding a sign with your name. From here we will start the tour by vehicle.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Takachiho Gorge

    Your guide leads you along the dramatic Takachiho Gorge, a V-shaped ravine of columnar volcanic cliffs carved by the Gokase River. Enjoy the iconic views and the option to rent a rowboat near the falls.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Manai Falls

    A short walk brings you to the Manai Falls, the symbol of Takachiho Gorge, where water cascades 17 meters down the basalt cliffs. It is one of Japan's most photographed waterfalls and can be admired from the gorge path or by rowboat.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Takachiho Shrine

    Takachiho Shrine is an ancient shrine set among towering cedar trees, dedicated to the deities of Japanese mythology. Your guide explains the legends of the gods, the 800-year-old sacred cedar, and the famous pair-tree said to bring good fortune to couples.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Amano Iwato Shrine

    Amano Iwato Shrine enshrines the sacred cave where, according to legend, the sun goddess Amaterasu hid herself and plunged the world into darkness. Your guide shares this central myth of Japanese cosmology as you look across the gorge toward the cave.

    40 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Amano Yasugawara

    A short riverside walk from Amano Iwato Shrine leads to Amano Yasugawara, an atmospheric cavern where the myriad gods are said to have gathered to coax Amaterasu out of hiding. Visitors stack small stone towers here while praying for their wishes to come true.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Kunimigaoka Observatory

    Kunimigaoka Observatory sits on a ridge with sweeping panoramic views over the Takachiho basin and surrounding mountains. On clear autumn mornings it is famous for its sea of clouds, and at any time of year it offers a memorable photo stop with your guide.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Takachiho Gamadase Market

    At Takachiho Gamadase Market your guide introduces local specialties, from premium Takachiho wagyu beef to fresh produce and souvenirs. It is an ideal stop to sample regional flavors and pick up gifts before continuing the tour. (Meals are at your own expense.)

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 8

    Takachiho Yokagura is a traditional sacred dance that re-enacts the myths of the gods, designated an Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property. Your guide explains the meaning of the masked performances, which depict the legend of the sun goddess Amaterasu.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Day Trips
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Historical Tours
Car Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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