Culture
Trip to Takachiho
Chris CooperThe journey to Takachiho is long and winding and for me involved going up and a volcano and several mountains
Located deep within the mountains of Miyazaki Prefecture is the scenic Takachiho Gorge. The gorge has been designated as one of the National Scenic Natural Monuments in Japan, owing its accolades to the impressive waterfalls and vibrant autumn foliage surrounding the area. Visitors to Takachiho Gorge often enjoy the scenery while paddling through the valley on a rental boat, allowing a close-up view of the 17-meter Manai Waterfall and volcanic columns surrounding the area.
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3-hour local bus from Kumamoto City
From Miyazaki city, take a 1-hour train ride to Nobeoka (via JR Nippo Line), followed by a 1-hour bus ride to Takachiho.
The journey to Takachiho is long and winding and for me involved going up and a volcano and several mountains
Takachiho Gorge, rarely visited by foreign tourists, is a natural wonder hidden away in Kyushu
The Yokagura dances, a tradition passed down for hundreds of years. Gods and goddesses come to life!
These traditional Kagura dances based on Japanese mythology are performed daily at Takachiho Shrine. The performance lasts 1 hour and costs 700 yen.