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[Kagoshima] Kirishima Shrine and Ebino Kogen Trekking Private Tour
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- Overview
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- 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 to expect
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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.
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