- Overview
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- * A group of four people, daily tours
- * Visit the highlights of Miyazaki and Kumamoto at once
- * Kumamoto Castle - one of the three most famous castles in Japan
- * Hike through the Takachiho Gorge formed more than 100
- 000 years ago by the eruption of nearby Mount Aso
- * Experience the Grand Super Cart of the Amaterasu Railway on your own and enjoy the magnificent view on the 105m high railway
- What to expect
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Depart from Fukuoka and head to Kumamoto Castle. You can choose to climb the castle tower of Kumamoto Castle, one of the three major castles in Japan, and overlook the beautiful scenery of the entire Kumamoto City. At the foot of the castle is Josaien, a snack street with the atmosphere of the Edo period. There is also the Kumamon Square, which cost 46 million yen to build, and the office of the Kumamon Sales Manager, which is a popular check-in place for Kumamon fans. Then go to Takachiho Gorge in Miyazaki Prefecture, which is a canyon formed after the eruption of the nearby Mount Aso volcano more than 100,000 years ago. Experience a spiritual journey brought by nature in the mysterious Takachiho Gorge. You can choose to experience the Takachiho Dream Train and enjoy the magnificent scenery on the railway at an altitude of 105m. Finally, return to Hakata Station in Fukuoka to end this rich day.
- Map of destination or departure area
Recommended rail passes
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Japan | Fukuoka City Subway 1-Day Pass
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Fukuoka Tourist City Pass
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JR Kyushu Fukuoka Wide Area Mobile Pass
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JR Kyushu Rail Pass (3, 5 Days)
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DISCOVER KYUSHU EXPRESS “36+3”（ Green car seat type）
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DISCOVER KYUSHU EXPRESS “36+3”（private compartment type）
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【Kansai Hiroshima】JR Sanyo-San’in-Northern Kyushu Area Pass（7 Days）
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JR West All Area Pass
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JR Pass for Whole Japan (7, 14, 21 Days)