update:2019.7.26

3 recommended tours down the torrent river that you can enjoy in Kyushu Kumamoto Kuma River rafting experience!

Interesting words in this article: Kumamoto Rafting

This month, we have introduced a series of spots related to river activities all over Japan. There are rivers with various different characteristics in each place, and you can enjoy river leisure that makes the best use of them. Starting from the Kanto area, Hokkaido, Kansai, Shikoku, and finally the end of July. This time, I picked up Kumamoto in Kyushu. The Kuma River is a typical river in Kumamoto where river activities are popular, and it is popular as a "river descent spot" known to those in the know. The area where this first-class river "Kuma River" flows is the Hitoyoshi area located in the southern part of Kumamoto prefecture.

The Hitoyoshi area, which has many simple and attractive tourist destinations, has a land pattern that inherits abundant nature and historical culture and traditions. There are 41 valuable tangible and intangible cultural properties, and in 2015 it was certified as a Japan Heritage. Therefore, it is a tourist attraction that is visited by those who like history and those who visit historic sites. Some of the most famous buildings are the national treasure "Aoi Aso Shrine" and "Hitoyoshi Castle", which is said to have been in the castle for 670 years since the Kamakura period. Of course, there are also highlights that can be called the art of nature. You will be impressed by the scenery at Kyusen-do, the largest limestone cave in Kyushu, and Kaname-no-taki, which was selected as one of the 100 best waterfalls in Japan. This "Kaname Falls" is Rafting It is one of the tributaries of the spot "Kuma River" and is located upstream of the Kame River.

In the Hitoyoshi area where you can enjoy such a cool landscape, you should be able to realize a healing trip that is perfect for those who want to relax away from the city in the summer. But slowing down isn't enough. There, you can have an exciting experience, "Kuma River" Rafting I carefully selected the plans!

Kuma River, a rafting spot in Kyushu

The Kuma River, which runs through the Hitoyoshi Basin in the southern part of Kumamoto Prefecture, is the largest first-class river in Kumamoto Prefecture. The tributaries such as the Kawabe River reach the Yatsushiro Plain and pour into the Yatsushiro Sea. It is counted as one of the "Three Fastest Rivers in Japan" along with the Mogami River and Fuji River, and is perfect. Rafting It's a spot.

By the way, going down the Kuma River is called "Kuma River rafting", and its history is more than 100 years. It seems that Mr. Saigo Takamori secretly entered Kumamoto down the Kuma River when he played the role of Southwest. In addition, Tekkan Yosano and Akiko are said to have enjoyed the "Kuma River Kudari".

The Kuma River in this "Three Fastest Rivers in Japan" is very slow and fast, so Rafting Great for enjoying. There is also a course where you can see not only the scenery of the mountains, which changes its expression depending on the seasons, but also the remains of Hitoyoshi Castle mentioned above. Also, Rafting Has a strong image of "going down a torrent", but you can enjoy it differently in the slow-flowing "Toroba". You can play in the great outdoors, such as diving from a rocky place or being hit by a waterfall! Of course, the Kuma River is a first-class beautiful landscape, so it is a popular river leisure spot nationwide. There is also a hot spring in a relatively close area, so if you are thinking of traveling with your family or group, check it out! If you blow away the heat during the summer season, you can enjoy the thrill and exhilaration at the same time. Rafting Let's challenge with "Kuma River"!

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1. [Kumamoto / Kuma River] Three major torrents in Japan! Rafting experience (afternoon course)

《Tour period》
Late March to the end of October
<< What is included in the price >>
Equipment rental fee (helmet, life jacket, wet suit, shoes), accident insurance, guide fee
《Age of participation》
13-70 years old
"meeting time"
12:30
《Time required》
2-3 hours
* Time required: How to play rather than distance! It is a tour concept that makes you tired of playing a lot and laughing more tired than rowing ♪
"The meeting place"
Adventure Create Shop Compass
1652-3 Arake, Shimoharadamachi, Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture

In the Kuma River Rafting Here is a particularly rare plan among the tours to be done. This is because you can play with the Kuma River's famous "Tarzan Rope"! Rafting The diving zone and Tarzan rope that you stop by in the middle of the event are fun to test your courage. The Tarzan zone is particularly popular, and some people even repeat, "I just want to do the Tarzan rope!" The guides who will accompany you are all talented enough to show off in the air and forward rotation. All of them are friendly, so let me tell you a lot.

In addition, the guide is equipped with the latest Gopro as standard equipment, so participants can Rafting It shoots a powerful image of what you are doing. There is no doubt that it will be the best memory ♪ Please note that the only course you can experience "Tarzan Rope" is the afternoon course. When making a reservation, let's join in the afternoon schedule.

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2. [Kumamoto / Hitoyoshi / Kumagawa] Rafting half-day course [Student discount / Group discount]

[Kumamoto / Hitoyoshi / Kumagawa] Rafting Half-day afternoon Torrent downstream course Children's fee 1000 OFF

Rafting Heart (HEART)

Hitoyoshi / Kuma

6,500 Yen ~ (tax included)

Half-day rafting on the Kuma River, afternoon rafting Challenge the Kuma River torrent downstream course!

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《Tour period》
April 1st-October 31st
<< What is included in the price >>
Equipment rental fee (helmet, life jacket, wet suit)
Accident insurance
Guide fee
《Age of participation》
4 years old ~
"meeting time"
Morning course 8:00
Afternoon course 11:30
《Time required》
2-3 hours
"The meeting place"
Rafting Heart Meeting place: 1433-1 Shimoharadamachi, Hitoyoshi-shi

If you would like to participate as a student or a group, we recommend this plan, which has student discounts and group discounts. For groups of 7 or more, a discount of 300 yen per person will be applied. For college students and vocational school students, groups of 5 or more will receive a 200 yen discount per person. And what! For groups of 7 or more, college students or vocational school students will get a discount of 500 yen per person! This is a must-see plan for students!

There is also an optional Hitoyoshi Onsen bathing ticket. It's a nice privilege after playing in the Kuma River. with everyone Rafting Let's enjoy the hot springs and let the memories bloom!

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3. [Kumamoto / Kuma River] With BBQ! Enjoy nature and relieve stress on a daily basis! Rafting experience (1 day course)

[Kumamoto, Kuma River] A rafting experience with plenty of river activities starting at 13:00 + accommodation set plan ♪ 100% repeat customer rate ☆ Recommended for couples, families and women ♪

Kuma River Rafting Again

Hitoyoshi / Kuma

12,000 Yen ~ (tax included)

[The long-awaited accommodation included!] Introducing the Kuma River Rafting & Accommodation Set Plan! It's finally here! We have a long-awaited plan that includes rafting and accommodation! You can casually enjoy a half-day rafting experience on Kyushu's only pure river, the Kuma River in Kumamoto Prefecture. It's a condensed version of the fun of playing in the river! You can jump from the boat, dive into the river, play games with your friends, and more.

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《Tour period》
March 1st-October 31st
<< What is included in the price >>
Equipment set rental fee, experience fee, accident insurance fee, hot spring bathing fee, consumption tax, lunch
《Age of participation》
6 years old ~
"meeting time"
9: 00-16: 00
* Time required: Approximately 6 hours
《Time required》
6 hours or more
"The meeting place"
Kuma River Rafting Again

This plan is definitely recommended for those who want to fully enjoy the Kuma River over a day! Starting from a mountain climb, there is a thrill Rafting And you can play with Tarzan Jump. in particular Rafting Then, you can experience all the torrent courses of "Kuma River Five Great Se" as you go down a whole river from the clear stream upstream to the rapids downstream.

We all have a barbecue for lunch, so it seems like it will be exciting again ♪ Throughout this tour, you will forget the time and enjoy it. "Kuma River Rafting The instructors of "Again" are all veterans and will guide you safely. Of course, there are also female instructors, so it's perfect for traveling only with female groups, so it's safe!

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Finally

What did you think. Everything this month Rafting I wrote this article, but there are still many river activity spots in Japan. Sea bathing was a standard in summer, but nowadays, playing in the river surrounded by nature is becoming a standard. Soaking in the fresh green of forests and forests and the negative ions created by natural waterfalls will refresh your daily stress. In summer, many people will go to river leisure at festivals and camps. Add spices to it " Rafting ], Please challenge yourself too! You will surely experience the thrill and excitement you have never felt before!

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