Shiraito Falls tours

The weather was better than expected and I got great views of Fujisan. Golddy was amazing in letting us know where to get the best photo spots and also introduced the snacks we should be trying along the way. This tour packs a lot of spots but I think the time given at each stop was good enough.

I really enjoyed this tour. It was very well organized and offered a unique combination of nature, culture, and local experiences. The itinerary included the Shinkansen, the Hokusai Special Train, Shiraito Falls, Fujisan Hongu Sengen Taisha Shrine, and a fun wasabi farm experience. Our guide Sunny was excellent, friendly, knowledgeable, and always willing to help. I also appreciated the small group size, which made the tour more comfortable, and the different lunch options available. I would especially recommend this tour to repeat visitors to Japan looking for something different from the classic Hakone & Mt. Fuji route.

The driver contacted us via WhatsApp and email one day in advance regarding the hotel pickup. Today, it was just the two of us, and the company didn't cancel the tour, which we were very impressed by. The driver upgraded us from a minivan to an Alphard, making the 2-3 hour journey much more relaxing. The driver picked us up at the hotel at 8:00 AM, and we arrived at our first destination, Arakurayama Sengen Park, at 9:50 AM. The uphill climb was quite tiring if you rushed, but the descent was very easy. We stopped to buy takoyaki and strawberries at the bottom. Our second stop was Lawson. We chose to walk to the side street and take photos by the train tracks first, then returned to take photos at the front, where we had to queue to get a good view for everyone. The driver bought us water and pudding to try; thank you for your kindness. The driver asked if we were hungry at 11:30 AM, so we had lunch not far from Lawson, which took an hour. Then, we traveled 50 minutes to Lake Tanuki. The weather was cool and windy, and unfortunately, Mount Fuji was obscured by clouds on this side, but the atmosphere was peaceful with few tourists. We spent about an hour there and then traveled 10 minutes to the farm. The entrance fee was 1200 yen, and animal feed was 100 yen per serving. We had two hours there. The driver was Chinese but spoke fluent English.

although it was raining in the afternoon but I really enjoyed the tour. Erina was so helpful and always assisting us, she’s friendly and always smiling and of course…beautiful hehe. THANK YOU so much ERINA👍

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This was easily one of the highlights of our trip to Japan! If you’re a fan of JDM culture, Fast & Furious, or just love cars, this experience is absolutely worth it. It doesn’t feel like a typical tourist tour—you really become part of the local car community. Seeing legendary cars, meeting passionate owners, driving through Tokyo at night, and visiting Daikoku PA created memories we’ll never forget. A special thank you to our driver, Timi. She was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and professional from the very beginning. She made us feel comfortable, shared interesting stories, answered all our questions, and made the whole experience even more enjoyable. Her passion for JDM culture really shows, and it made the night feel authentic and special. Thank you, Timi, and the whole Gaijin Tuned team for an unforgettable evening. We would definitely do it again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting Tokyo!

Sun Peng, our guide, deserves a perfect score! He was incredibly knowledgeable about Kumamoto throughout the trip, explaining the unique features of each attraction. To be honest, the scenic train wasn't really worth it; 2300 yen per person just to see some mountains. It wasn't as beautiful as the Ghibli train I rode in Hakone, Tokyo. It was a shame we couldn't go boating in Takachiho Gorge today. The scenery was nice, though slightly less impressive than Hokkaido's Blue Pond. My only criticism for the guide is regarding Takachiho Shrine. Going there is fine, but the path is genuinely difficult, so be prepared. However, on the way back to the parking lot, the guide told us to follow Google Maps to the third parking lot, which would have been a disaster! You absolutely must return to the slope and head straight for the third parking lot. When you go to the shrine, there's a fork in the road on that slope; pay attention to the sign for the third parking lot. It's only 300m that way. Do NOT follow the map! Our large group followed the map, but luckily, I had seen the sign on the way in, otherwise, we would have been completely lost trying to go back the same way! The cheese buns the guide recommended were pretty good, and the cream puffs were also nice, filled with ice cream. I didn't get to try the summer iced tea special. The horse meat sashimi and barbecue were decent, but don't have high expectations; it's not as good as grilled beef. Next, regarding the guide's recommendations at Kusasenri: I didn't buy the keychains, nor the horse oil cream, but I did get a fridge magnet. The green house was a bit hard to find, so you need to look carefully. The beef burger was sold out. The only thing I think is worth recommending, which the guide didn't, is the ice cream. If you go, remember to try the ice cream at the museum! Oh, and I should mention that the time at Kusasenri is quite short. If you climb to the observation deck and then want to eat or shop, it might be a bit rushed. Be prepared to just have ice cream! The fridge magnet is cute and worth buying for 800 yen! Finally, the Ten Ga Ten ramen was a bit unappetizing; the firm noodles were very salty, not as good as Ippudo in Osaka, haha. Ippudo is also salty (apparently ramen is meant to be paired with sake). As for the Osmanthus fried rice: it tasted like something any Chinese restaurant could make, so there's no need to specifically try it in Japan, haha! Overall, this group tour was actually pretty good, just a bit rushed. Of course, that's because there were many places to visit, and it wasn't a self-guided tour, haha! I would definitely join a group tour again if I have the chance!

Explore a stunning hidden gem, a mythical one-day tour of Kyushu! This trip included visits to Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine, Takachiho Gorge, Amano Iwato Shrine, and Amano Yasukawara, and the overall experience was wonderful. Attraction Highlights: Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine has a very peaceful and sacred atmosphere, and the photos taken there have a spiritual quality; the scenery at Takachiho Gorge is even more spectacular, making the trip absolutely worthwhile. Tour Experience: Being able to visit so many classic Miyazaki and Takachiho attractions in one day is very convenient and effortless for independent travelers, as there's no need to worry about complicated transportation transfers. Special Note (for those with dietary restrictions): Although the tour includes a "Miyazaki Beef Special Lunch," since I personally don't eat beef, I recommend that friends with dietary needs confirm with the tour guide when booking or on the day of the tour. They are usually very accommodating. Summary: The itinerary was well-paced yet smooth, and the tour guide's service was very professional. I highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to visit these beautiful, mythical attractions all at once!

The tour guide Mr. 大橋 was so helpful and knowledgeable, who, helped to arrange the boat ride successfully to let us have wonderful and memorable experience from this trip. truly appreciate for his help for my family to get such great time as first timer of Kyushu.