
[Kumamoto] Kyushu: Mount Aso Crater, Kamishikimi Kumanoimasu Shrine, and Takachiho Gorge Day Tour (From Fukuoka)
- Overview
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- Ascend Mount Aso's crater and experience the power and magnificence of an active volcano up close.
- Traverse the path to Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine and return to the dreamlike setting of "Hotarubi no Mori e".
- Stroll along Takachiho Gorge, immersing yourself in a world where Japanese mythology intertwines with natural wonders.
- Explore a volcano, shrine, and gorge in a single day, and experience the deepest soul and stories of Kyushu.
- What to expect
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[Volcanoes, Shrines, and Myths: A Day Trip Through Kyushu's Hidden Realms] Venture off the beaten path and traverse the intersection of nature and legend on a soul-stirring journey through Kyushu. ⸻ Mt. Aso Crater One of the world's largest active volcanoes, it's like the heartbeat of the earth. The enormous crater and rising hot air create a primordial wilderness experience. This is the land of fire, a display of nature's raw power—shocking, majestic, and awe-inspiring. Kamishikimi Kumanoimasu Shrine Hidden deep within the mountains, the stone lanterns and cedar trees line a tranquil and mysterious path. Known as the "real-life Spirited Away," this is also the inspiration behind the classic animation "Hotarubi no Mori e" (To the Forest of Firefly Lights). Walking through this forest forgotten by time, you might just brush shoulders with "Gin"—a fleeting yet eternal tenderness that makes you slow down. Takachiho Gorge One of the birthplaces of Japanese mythology, legend says this is where Amaterasu Omikami
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