At Japan KYUSHU Tourist, all of our services are fully customized just for you.   We design a private tour tailored to your exact preferences, seamlessly combining your preferred dates, group size, and travel themes—whether it is Sightseeing tour, Christian Pilgrimage tour, or Golf tour. From handpicked destinations and premium accommodations, like luxury Ryokans, to private vehicles and professional tour guides, everything is crafted around your unique wishes and budget comfort level.   Tell us your dream holiday, and we will handle the rest!   June 04, 2026

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  Takachiho-no-Yokagura is a sacred Shinto ritual that has been dedicated to Ujigami-sama (the local guardian deity) by various settlements from November to February since ancient times. For those who cannot attend the full seasonal festivals, four representative episodes are performed nightly from 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Takachiho Shrine Kagura-den Hall throughout the year.     First three episodes (The dance of Tajikarao, Uzume, Totori) are based on Iwato Mythology. The dance of Goshitai is a dance of a married couple (Izanagi and Izanami) living happily together. It expresses a prayer for a rich harvest, happily married, smooth delivery and pregnancy.   Complete Your Spiritual Night in Takachiho For our Customized Private Tour guests, we are happy to assist with your Takachiho-no-Yokagura ticket reservations.

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  The most recommended activity at Takachiho Gorge is renting a boat to experience the river from the very base of the canyon. The view from the water—where you can witness cascading waterfalls and dramatic columnar cliffs simultaneously—is a rare spectacle found in few other places in the world. Don’t miss this breathtaking perspective from the river level   Looking to ride the boats? As part of our Customized Private Tours, we handle the entire boat reservation process for our guests.      

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  Fukuoka City is the largest and most energetic metropolis in Kyushu, bustling as the region’s premier center for culture, fashion, dining, and tourism. The city boasts a diverse range of fascinating attractions—from vibrant Yatai (food stalls) to historic shrines—setting it apart from other destinations. Thanks to its gateway status, featuring Fukuoka International Airport and the Hakata Shinkansen station, the city serves as the perfect starting point to launch your Kyushu private tour. It is an absolute must-visit destination to include in your customized travel plans.     JR Hakata Station Tenjin area Canal City Hakata   Hakata temple and shrine town Located within easy walking distance of JR Hakata Station, the Hakata temple and shrine district is home to numerous sacred sites where you can truly immerse yourself in the ambiance of traditional Japanese culture. The deep history of this historic area dates back to the 7th century, when it flourished alongside Japan’s cultural and political missions dispatched to China. Kushida Shrine One of the most exciting summer festival in Kyushu, Hakata Gion  Yamagasa is held in the shrine in July. The tall Kazari Yamakasa, a luxuriously decorated float, is always displaye which was constructed without using even a single nail.   Hakata Machiya Furusatokan It is a folk museum depicts the life and culture of Hakata Fukuoka. Exhibition hall, many faces and facets of the Hakata way of life …

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  Located in central Kyushu, Aso boasts one of the world’s largest calderas, spanning 18 km from east to west and 24 km from north to south. Formed by four prehistoric volcanic eruptions, the giant caldera is ringed by a 120 km outer rim. At its heart lie the iconic Five Peaks of Mt. Aso, featuring Mt. Nakadake—an active volcano where visitors can look directly into the crater from the rim.   Mount Nakadake Mount Nakadake is part of the Mount Aso group, which features five majestic peaks located within a massive caldera. This vast caldera stretches 25 km from north to south and 18 km from east to west. Standing at an altitude of 1,506 meters, Mount Nakadake is the most dynamic peak and remains one of the largest active volcanoes in Japan.   Kusasenri-ga-hama  A beautiful 785,000-square-meter prairie spreads at the foot of Mt. Eboshi, one of the Five Peaks of Aso. With a large pond at its center and grazing horses wandering freely, it offers a truly idyllic view. Visitors can enjoy horseback riding and walking year-round, experiencing Japan’s distinct seasons from vivid summer greens to a fantastic winter wonderland.   Daikanbo  Located on the northern edge of the Aso Caldera’s outer rim, Daikanbo offers the perfect panoramic views of the caldera and the Aso Five Peaks. Meaning “the peak of the grand observatory, ” …

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Located south of Aso, Takachiho offers breathtaking natural beauty, best represented by the dynamic Takachiho Gorge. Formed by volcanic activity from Mount Aso, this narrow, V-shaped chasm features dramatic columnar joints sculpted by the Gokase River over thousands of years.   Takachiho is also famous as the cradle of Japanese mythology. Legend has it that the Sun Goddess, Amaterasu, once hid in a local cave here to escape her brother’s pranks, leading the other gods to devise a plan to lure her out and restore light to the world.     Takachiho Gorge A narrow chasm cut through the rock by the Gokase River, the gorge is lined with nearly sheer cliffs of volcanic basalt. These slow-forming columnar joints resemble the scales of a dragon, tracing the twisted paths where the molten stone once flowed and took shape.   Takachiho Gorge boat riding The most recommended activity at Takachiho Gorge is renting a boat to experience the river from the very base of the canyon. The view from the water—where you can witness cascading waterfalls and dramatic columnar cliffs simultaneously—is a rare spectacle found in few other places in the world.  Looking to ride the boats? As part of our Customized Private Tours, we handle the entire boat reservation process for our guests.   Takachiho shrine Located just west of …

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