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Fukuoka Takachiho Gorge & Kusasenri One-Day Bus Tour

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Depart from Fukuoka

08:00 - 18:30

Guide language: English

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Free cancellation (24 hours notice)

You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time) In case of unforeseen events or extreme weather, the operator reserves the right to cancel the activity. If this happens, you have the option to reschedule or request a full refund No refund will be issued in case of unforeseen events or extreme weather caused the following condition: Some of the activities are cancelled If you've participated in at least one activity, visited at least one attraction or used one of the tickets, refunds can't be issued Refunds or amendments can't be issued if: Participants arrive late or don't arrive at all The activity will be cancelled if there is not a minimum of 4 participants. If this happens, you'll get a rescheduled time or refund To reschedule or request a full refund, please contact the supplier/operator: <a target=_blank data-spm-item="Link" href="mailto:dapeng0805@126.com">dapeng0805@126.com</a>

Available from 8 Sep 2026

Operated by:株式会社大鵬

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Itinerary

Day 1

Meet-up

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Point 1

08:00

LAWSON Oriental Hotel Fukuoka Store

Reminder
  • Latecomers or no-shows won't be refunded

  • Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time

Boating in Takachiho Gorge: Explore the beauty of Japanese mythology and nature. Take a rustic wooden boat downstream, navigating through the crystal-clear waters of Takachiho Gorge, with magnificent rock walls and cascading waterfalls on both banks, allowing you to experience the charm of mysterious culture amidst natural beauty. & more

2 hr(s)
Guided
Tickets required (Included or pay on-site)

Boating in Takachiho Gorge: Explore the beauty of Japanese mythology and nature. Take a rustic wooden boat downstream, navigating through the crystal-clear waters of Takachiho Gorge, with magnificent rock walls and cascading waterfalls on both banks, allowing you to experience the charm of mysterious culture amidst natural beauty.

Takachiho Gorge

Local food tasting

Mount Aso is temporarily closed due to a helicopter accident. Please proceed to the Kusasenri attraction. & more

1 hr(s) 30 min(s)
Guided

Mount Aso is temporarily closed due to a helicopter accident. Please proceed to the Kusasenri attraction.

Aso-san Kusasenri: If the crater is restricted, the itinerary will be adjusted according to the on-site situation.

To drop-off points

Point 1

Tour will end at

18:30

LAWSON convenience store next to Fukuoka Oriental Hotel

Know before you go

Important info

What's included

  • Live tour guide: English, Chinese, Japanese, Korean
  • Transport: Bus
  • Meals: Lunch
  • Admission: Boating in Takachiho Gorge: Explore the beauty of Japanese mythology and nature. Take a rustic wooden boat downstream, navigating through the crystal-clear waters of Takachiho Gorge, with magnificent rock walls and cascading waterfalls on both banks, allowing you to experience the charm of mysterious culture amidst natural beauty., Takachiho Gorge
    Optional: Choose to include it if you like
  • On-board live commentary
  • Round-trip transfer to and from the meeting point
  • Toll fee
  • Parking fee
  • Fuel fee
  • Accommodation
  • Extra fees
  • Gears & Equipment
  • Tax & discounts
  • Insurance
  • Other personal consumption
  • Special arrangement
  • Services vary based on customer selection

Before you book

Additional information

Other Reminders

  • For safety purposes, it is not recommended for women more than 1 months pregnant, children aged 0-2, and anyone that has inconvenience in legs and feet to participate in this activity
  • The drive to Takachiho is quite long, so you can bring some snacks. The gorge requires walking, so please wear light clothing and shoes, and bring warm clothes if needed.
  • We will send an email to guests between 18:00 and 21:00 on the day before departure, informing them of the guide and vehicle information for the next day. Please check it promptly. The email may be mistakenly categorized as spam. During peak season, the email delivery time may be delayed; we appreciate your understanding. In special circumstances, if you receive multiple emails, please refer to the latest one.
  • This itinerary does not include any tickets; participation requires self-payment.
  • Please be aware: As this activity is a group tour, there may be guests of other language backgrounds traveling with you in the same vehicle. We appreciate your understanding.
  • Our company is not responsible for the inability to join a tour or poor photo quality due to force majeure factors such as traffic or weather, and no refunds or rescheduling will be provided. We appreciate your understanding.
  • If affected by traffic congestion, facility maintenance, etc., the itinerary or duration of stay at each attraction may be adjusted. Please inform those concerned.
  • As the one-day tour is a shared car trip, please be sure to arrive at the meeting point or attraction on time. No refunds will be given for late arrivals, and any unexpected expenses and liabilities incurred due to lateness will be borne by you. Thank you for your understanding.
  • If the applicant is an elder over 70 years old or a pregnant woman, to ensure safety and improve relevant protection procedures, a liability waiver must be signed. Please make a note in the "Special Requirements" field when booking. We will send the liability waiver document via email after receiving your order. Please sign it in advance and send a photo back to complete the registration process.
  • 【Prohibited Matters and Precautions for Using the Pleasure Boat】1. Standing or changing seats on the boat is prohibited, as there is a risk of capsizing. 2. Operating (rowing) the small boat is restricted to junior high school students and above. 3. Please do not enter the waterfall area within the pleasure boat's navigation section, to avoid capsizing or incorrect operation of life jackets. 4. The life jackets provided by the facility are automatic inflatable types, which will activate once the sensor gets wet (the gas in the cylinder is released, and the life jacket inflates automatically). If a life jacket is activated due to a visitor's intentional act or negligence, a cylinder replacement fee of 3,000 JPY will be charged per item. 5. Life jackets must be worn when riding the pleasure boat; please follow staff instructions for correct wearing. 6. Within this facility and the pleasure boat's navigation section, please refrain from any actions that endanger safety or order, or cause trouble or discomfort to other visitors. 7. Visitors who do not comply with the above matters will be asked to disembark; we appreciate your understanding. 8. We shall not be held responsible for any accidents or loss of property resulting from improper operation, non-compliance with the above regulations, or failure to follow the instructions of management personnel; we appreciate your understanding.
  • Each boat accommodates three people. There may be a possibility of sharing a boat on the day, and companions may be seated in separate boats. Please be aware of this.

What to bring

  • Cash

Accessibility

  • Child seats are not available

Vehicle & luggage info

  • Luggage allowance: 1 pieces of standard-sized luggages

Terms & Conditions

Confirmation

  • You'll get confirmation within 24 hours. If you don't receive a confirmation email, reach out to our customer support.

Cancellation policy

  • You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time)
  • In case of unforeseen events or extreme weather, the operator reserves the right to cancel the activity. If this happens, you have the option to reschedule or request a full refund
  • No refund will be issued in case of unforeseen events or extreme weather caused the following condition: Some of the activities are cancelled
  • If you've participated in at least one activity, visited at least one attraction or used one of the tickets, refunds can't be issued
  • Refunds or amendments can't be issued if: Participants arrive late or don't arrive at all
  • The activity will be cancelled if there is not a minimum of 4 participants. If this happens, you'll get a rescheduled time or refund
  • To reschedule or request a full refund, please contact the supplier/operator: dapeng0805@126.com

How to use

Usage validity

  • The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)

Age & eligibility

Eligibility

  • This activity has no age limit
  • Free for children aged 0-2 as long as they will not occupy separate seats
  • Children aged 3+ will be charged the same rate as adults

Reviews

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36 reviews
Guide
4.8
Itinerary
4.8
Quality of transfer
4.6
Value for money
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Review for: Takachiho Gorge Day Trip (Including Boat Ticket)

For our 25th wedding anniversary, we participated in the "GO GO DAY" Takachiho Gorge and Aso day trip tour from Fukuoka. Riding a boat in Takachiho Gorge, which I had longed to do since I was young, was the main purpose of this trip. On the day of the tour, we learned that the boats held three people and that boarding would be determined by lottery due to the crowds. We were a little worried because we were told that my husband and I might be separated and have to share a boat with strangers. Most of the participants were from overseas, and we were feeling down because we couldn't communicate with them. However, our guide, Mr. Shu, was truly kind and considerate. At the meeting place, he called us because we were having trouble finding the right bus and not only guided us carefully but also always spoke to us with a kind smile. And at the boat pier, he showed us consideration with an indescribable level of thoughtfulness, and thanks to him, my husband and I were able to ride the boat together as we had hoped. Even though it was a difficult situation, he sensed our feelings and gently showed us empathy, and my heart still warms when I think about his kindness. Mr. Shu is very good at Japanese, and his manners and consideration are more than those of a Japanese person. I heard that he has lived in Japan for nearly 30 years, and I was deeply moved by his sincerity and warm personality. Later, at Aso's Kusasenri-ga-hama, we were captivated by the magnificent volcanic scenery and the sight of grazing horses and cattle, and we forgot the cold and were engrossed in the view for so long that we lost track of time. The reason we were able to spend such an unforgettable day was thanks to Mr. Shu's polite and warm guidance. The next time we visit Kyushu, I would definitely like to travel with Mr. Shu as our guide. Thank you very much.

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Review for: Takachiho Gorge Day Trip (Including Boat Ticket)

We had a fun filled time with Ella who took very good care of everyone on the bus. Her explanation in English and Chinese was very clear. Ella also provided us with abundant information on food and shopping. Thank you, Ella for making the trip a happy one packed with beautiful memories!

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Our guide was incredibly kind and provided wonderful and entertaining Korean interpretation. They were also very considerate, and thanks to them, we had a delightful day tour. Highly recommended! The Takachiho Gorge is so beautiful, you absolutely must experience it.

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Review for: Takachiho Gorge Day Trip (Excluding Boat Ticket)

We booked the one-day tour to Takachiho and Mount Aso on October 7th, and our guide, Sun Nan, was very professional and responsible. His explanations were lively and detailed. It was during the National Day holiday, so the bus was packed, and Sun made sure to frequently walk to the back of the group to ensure all members kept pace. The weather was fantastic, the other tour members were very punctual, and the itinerary went very smoothly. Mount Aso and Takachiho both lived up to their reputations, and even the scenery at Kusasenri exceeded my expectations. Highly recommended!

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What could be improved is the initial meeting point for the experience. It was very difficult and stressful trying to find the tour guide at the meeting point because of the hundreds of tour guides hosting other tours. There has to be a better process in meeting the tour guide at the start of the trip. However, afterwards of meeting the tour guide and getting on the bus, the overall tour was quite amazingly beautiful especially for outdoor nature seekers! Tour guide Sakinan was wonderful and spoke English, Chinese, and Japanese. Breathtaking experience overall! Would recommend!

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Review for: Takachiho Gorge Day Trip (Excluding Boat Ticket)

Must do you’re in Fukuoka! The day started with chaos at the Lawson trying to find the right tour, but the yellow vests were easy to spot and the other company tour guides helped us with locating Thomas! thank you to Thomas for being a brilliant guide, for both English-speaking and Chinese-speaking characters. Thomas was committed to ensuring we had a great day despite the rainy weather. We had great luck and saw everything we wanted to. Can’t recommend this tour enough! The lunch in particular was a great highlight!

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Review for: Takachiho Gorge Day Trip (Excluding Boat Ticket)

The tour guide Thomas was very professional in his explanations throughout the trip, and we had a great time. The driver was also excellent, but the minibus was a bit small, and the long journey was not very comfortable to sit for so long. However, the scenery was beautiful, and the trip was great value for the price! 💕

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Our tour guide, Ms. Yang, was very responsible, introducing everything with care and making sure we didn't miss the reopening of Mount Aso's caldera. The driver was also very nice and drove very smoothly. The only downside to this trip was that the tour bus was too old.

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Review for: Takachiho Gorge Day Trip (Excluding Boat Ticket)

Our tour guide, Ah Sun, provided very clear explanations throughout the entire trip, and we had plenty of free time. All transportation between locations was point-to-point, and the arrangements were very comfortable. All you need to do is show up! Highly recommended!

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we had a wonderful time and the trip was went very smoothly. love the tour guy and he was care and knowledgeable. 🙏🙏🙏

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