Ride the magical Takachiho Sky Train for breathtaking views across the sky; explore Takachiho Gorge, one of Japan's three most hidden gems, where turquoise waters and cascading waterfalls create a picturesque scene; and journey to Aso Volcano's Kusasenri to admire the world's largest volcanic crater grasslands. Enjoy a comfortable round-trip bus ride on this day trip, where you'll experience breathtaking scenery intertwined with nature and mythology!

[Limited Time Offer] Pick-up and drop-off plan at designated locations
Booking starts: 2025-11-07
Designated pick-up and drop-off locations
Booking starts: 2025-11-07
08:00
Depart from Kumamoto Station West Exit (Shinkansen Exit, around the statue)
10:20
Takachiho Forest Train (approximately 40 minutes, own expense)
The changing seasons bring unique scenery along the way: cherry blossoms in spring, greenery in summer, maples in autumn, and snow in winter, making every ride unique.
10:21
If the train is not running due to maintenance, we will visit Takachiho Shrine instead. ※ If the train is not running due to unavoidable factors such as weather or holidays, we will visit Takachiho Shrine instead.
11:10
Takachiho Gorge (approximately 100 minutes, free time, including lunch break, entrance fees at your own expense)
Take a leisurely stroll through Takachiho Gorge
Visitors can take a rowboat up the emerald Gokase River, flanked by basalt cliffs tens of meters high and cascading waterfalls overhead. The most spectacular of these is the Manai Falls. When the boat reaches the foot of the waterfall, you can feel the mist spray up close, as if you've stepped into a dynamic landscape painting.
14:20
Aso Volcano - Nakadake Crater (approximately 100 minutes, free time at leisure. Other entrance fees are at your own expense.) ※If the crater is restricted and cannot be visited, the itinerary will be adjusted according to the on-site situation
You can overlook the crater from a close distance and gaze at the white smoke that keeps coming out, allowing you to feel the amazing power and spectacular beauty of nature during your journey
Aso Mountain Kusa Senri
Aso Volcano Museum (ticket price 1100 yen, optional)
16:00
Happy end of the day's tour and start to return
17:30
Disband at the West Exit of Kumamoto Station, ending the enjoyable trip
Takachiho Sky Train
地址:Takachiho Station (Takachiho Train), 1425-1 Mitai, Takachiho, Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan
Takachiho Gorge
地址:Takachiho Gorge, Mukoyama, Takachiho Town, Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan