9 Best Temple and Shrine Tours near Amano Iwato Shrine

From Amano Iwato it’s a ten-minute walk along the river to Amano Yasukawara, the cave where the gods met to coax Amaterasu out, and every flat rock there is stacked with small stone piles. Add your own, carefully.

2.One-day trip to Kyushu Miyazaki: Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine & Takachiho Gorge & Ama-no-Iwato Shrine & Ama-no-Yasugawara (Departure from Fukuoka, including a special lunch)

Travel from Fukuoka to Miyazaki’s cedar shrines, Takachiho Gorge and mythic Ama-no-Iwato, with a local lunch option and long-distance transfers.

★ 4.7

“we enjoyed the day. the Gorge wasn't as we expected but was ok. the other areas were good.”

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3.Kyushu Miyazaki Mythical Secret Realm: Takachiho Gorge (optional boating)-Amanoiwato Shrine-Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine (includes Japanese sweets & shuttle bus)

Travel from Fukuoka to Takachiho Gorge, Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine and Amano Iwato on a guided Kyushu day trip.

★ 4.8

“It was a long-distance trip with a large group. Elvis, our guide for this trip, took great care of everyone and managed everything smoothly without any disruptions to the travel schedule. In particular, I could feel his thoughtful care when he helped each and every…”

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5.Kyushu One-Day Tour: Kamishikimi Kumanoimasu Shrine & Amanoiwato Shrine & Takachiho Gorge (Includes snacks & one-way shuttle bus to Takachiho Gorge)

Visit Kamishikimi Shrine, Takachiho Gorge and Amano Iwato on a long but rewarding day trip from Fukuoka, with a guide and gorge shuttle.

★ 4.8

“The attractions are a bit far away, so the travel time is longer, but everything else is quite good.”

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6.Miyazaki Kumamoto Exploration Tour | Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine, Amanoiwato, Takachiho Gorge, Mount Aso, Kurokawa Onsen Day Trip | Departing from Fukuoka

Compare three Fukuoka day trips to Takachiho, Mount Aso and Kurokawa Onsen, with practical notes on travel time, stops and value.

★ 4.8

“I must mention that tour guide Sun Nan was very nice, but the itinerary was too rushed, which made the overall experience feel empty. Basically, we just took photos and left.”

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7.Fukuoka Takachiho Gorge & Amanoiwato Shrine Full-Day Guided Tour

Visit Takachiho Gorge and Amanoiwato Shrine on a guided day trip from Fukuoka, with free time to walk, photo tips, and practical advice on the boat ride.

★ 4.9

“Selina is an excellent, sweet, and warm guide who always recommends the best spots for photos and the best places to get food. We had some personal time to wander around Takachiho Gorge, it was nice to walk around, take photos, rest, and explore the…”

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9.Private car tour from Kumamoto to Takachiho (Aso) and surrounding areas | Takachiho Gorge | Amanoiwato Shrine | Takachiho Shrine | Takachiho Trolley Train | Mount Aso | Kusasenri | Kamishikimi Kumanoimasu Shrine, etc.

Compare routes, costs, and practical details for a private Kumamoto car tour to Takachiho Gorge, Mount Aso, shrines, and nearby sights.

★ 5.0

“Easy communication, on time pickup”

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