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Nearby sightseeing

A journey to listen to the sounds of water and wind while surrounded by Japan's roots

Takachiho has many beautiful landscapes and power spots that vary with the seasons.
Surrounded by the various shades of green and blue and stories of the gods, your mind and body will be at peace.

List of nearby sightseeing spots

  • A shrine where you can experience Japanese mythology

    • 【Time required】5 minutes walk from Hotel Takachiho

      Takachiho Shrine

      Yokagura (ancient dance rituals at night) is designated as an Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property of Japan, and when Amaterasu Omikami hid herself in Amano-Iwato,
      It is said that the origin Amenouzume-no-Mikoto danced in front of Iwato.
      At Takachiho Shrine, you can watch Yokagura (ancient dance rituals at night) every day from 8:00 p.m. for about an hour for a viewing fee of 1,000 yen. (Released twice a year depending on the season)

      【Address】1037 Mitai, Takachiho Town, Nishiusuki County, Miyazaki Prefecture, 882-1101
    • 【Time required】15 minutes by car from Hotel Takachiho

      Amano Yasukawara(Amano Yasukawara)

      A statue of Tajikarao-no-Mikoto located in front of the torii gate Amano Iwato Shrine.
      This shrine is dedicated to Amaterasu Omikami and is located halfway up the cliffs of Iwato River that flows behind the main shrine.
      There is a cave called Ama-no-Iwato where Amaterasu Omikami hid herself, angered by the violence of her Susanoo-no-Mikoto.

      【Address】1073-1 Iwato, Takachiho Town, Nishiusuki County, Miyazaki Prefecture 882-1621
  • Spectacular scenery and spectacular nature

    • 【Time required】3 minutes by car or 15 minutes on foot from Hotel Takachiho

      Takachiho Gorge

      It is the northernmost point of Miyazaki mythology. "Takachiho"
      The myths of the gods are still told today.
      Among them, Takachiho Gorge is known for the lava flows that erupted during Aso volcanic activity.
      It flows out in a strip along Gokase River,
      The rapid cooling of the valley has created beautiful cliffs with columnar joints.
      You can enjoy it throughout the year, including the season of fresh greenery and autumn.
      You can rent a boat and experience a romantic moment of antiquity.
      Takachiho is the birthplace of Nagashi Somen.
      In the summer, you can also experience nagashi somen.
      There is also a rainbow trout fishing pond and an aquarium, so the whole family can enjoy themselves.

      【Address】882-1103 Mukoyama, Takachiho Town, Nishiusuki County, Miyazaki Prefecture
    • 【Time required】5 minutes by car from Hotel Takachiho

      Amaterasu Railway

      Formerly TR Takachiho Railway has been transformed into a park and an attraction.
      We boarded a windowless open-top train and crossed Takachiho Railway Bridge.
      It offers panoramic views of the valley.
      A spectacular 30-minute trip! 105m high!
      The fee is 2,000 yen for high school students and above.

      【Address】1425-1 Mitai, Takachiho Town, Nishiusuki County, Miyazaki Prefecture, 882-1101
    • 【Time required】10 minutes by car from Hotel Takachiho

      Kunimigaoka

      A typical view of Takachiho. "sea of clouds"
      Kunimigaoka is a famous observation point.
      This hill, with an altitude of 513m,
      It is said that in ancient times, a descendant of Emperor Jimmu surveyed the land here.
      The sea of clouds Kunimigaoka from late October to early December.
      The previous day was warm, but the temperature dropped to cold in the morning.
      It often appears when there is no wind and the weather is clear.

      【Address】882-1414 Kawachi, Takachiho Town, Nishiusuki County, Miyazaki Prefecture
  • Nearby facilities

    • 【Time required】3 minutes by car from Hotel Takachiho

      Roadside Station

      It opened along National Route 218, offering panoramic views of Shinto Takachiho Bridge and Takachiho Gorge.
      The product hall has a direct sales corner and a restaurant.
      You can purchase and taste Takachiho's specialties.
      The information center provides road information, the town's many tourist attractions,
      Information terminals, bulletin boards, and pamphlets are used to introduce traditional performing arts such as Takachiho's Yokagura (ancient dance rituals at night), provide information on accommodation, and promote local agricultural, forestry, and fishery products and specialty items.

      【Address】1296-34 Mitai, Takachiho Town, Nishiusuki County, Miyazaki Prefecture 882-1101
    • 【Time required】10 minutes by car from Hotel Takachiho

      Tonneru No Eki

      A long-term shochu storage facility that uses a tunnel in Takachiho Town, which borders Kumamoto and Oita prefectures.
      The year was 1973, and construction was underway with several tunnels being built.
      However, there was an incident in Takamori where water gushed out into the tunnel, causing construction to be suspended.
      In 1997, it was sold to Takachiho Town by the former JNR Settlement Corporation.
      I checked the humidity and temperature inside the container to see if there was anything I could do to make use of it.
      The humidity is 70% and the temperature is 17°C throughout the year.
      The temperature and humidity are just right for aging shochu.
      It was decided to use it as a shochu storage facility.

      【Address】2221-2 Shimono, Takachiho Town, Nishiusuki County, Miyazaki Prefecture 882-1412
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