Things to do in Kumamoto Page 1

• Age 10～Age 60
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 11:30 / 13:30 / 15:00

Beginner Course: 7,700 yen/person Duration: Maximum 90 minutes (from check-in to dismissal) Conditions for participation: 1. Healthy people aged 10 years or older *Those under 17 years old must have parental consent and be accompanied by a guardian. 2. Height 140cm or more, weight 90kg or less *Those with chronic illnesses (including back pain) and those who are or may be pregnant cannot participate. *Not recommended for those who are not confident in driving. Please contact us if you are over 60 years old.

• Age 0～Age 100
• 3～4 hours

This is Outdoor Station Yatsushiro! You can rent camping equipment for beginners. There is no hassle of gathering various items, and 10 essential camping items are included in one set, so you can start camping right away♪ The 10 items are all in one carry case, so it is easy and convenient to move, set up, and clean up. There is an optional setup plan, so even those who have difficulty setting up can use it with peace of mind. Single people are welcome! Of course, friends, families, and couples can also enjoy it. Enjoy your own time with the popular solo camping ~♪ 10 rental items ・ Tent ・ Chair ・ Compact aluminum table ・ Sleeping bag ・ Compact inflatable mat ・ Fire disk ・ Fire place sheet ・ Micro stove ・ Cooker set ・ Lantern ● Recommended campsite in Yatsushiro City "Yokohai Hachi no Ji Hiroba (free)" A campsite with the Kuma River spreading out in front of you! It is recommended because you can enjoy the sound of the flowing river and the lush nature.

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• Age 10～Age 100
• 1～2 hours /2～3 hours /3～4 hours /Over 6 hours on the day

This is Outdoor Station Yatsushiro! Enjoy nature, gourmet food, history, and more in Yatsushiro City on an electric-assisted bicycle. Our staff will introduce you to famous spots and recommended cycling courses! Because it is an electric-assisted bicycle, it is easy to go around a lot. We have two types of bicycles: mountain bike type and maneuverable city cycle type. You can choose the one you like. Friends, family, couples, and of course single people are all welcome! Move your body and work up a good sweat~♪●Cycling course around the history of Yatsushiro City (about 2 hours) In the center of Yatsushiro City, there are many spots where you can feel the history of Yatsushiro City, such as the "Yatsushiro Castle Ruins", which was selected as one of the 100 most famous castles in Japan, and the "Former Kumamoto Domain Yatsushiro Castle Lord Hamaochaya (Matsuhamaken) Garden", which has been designated as a national scenic spot. There are other recommended courses, so please consult us when renting. We also have a cycling map available in the store. ●Enjoy delicious gourmet food! Yatsushiro City is full of delicious gourmet food. It is also recommended to go around cafes together while cycling. ●Convenient for everyday shopping and transportation around town! Of course, it can also be used for everyday use. It can be rented by the hour, so it is recommended for shopping and short trips.

• Age 1～Age 70
• 5～6 hours
• 08:00 / 08:30 / 11:00

1. (Round trip to Kumamoto) & Aso Boy sightseeing train experience (including Aso Boy train): 11:00-12:00 Meet at Kumamoto Castle 13:40 Kusenri including Aso crater (approx. 120 mins) 16:00 Get off at Aso Roadside Station 17:14 Board the Aso Boy sightseeing train ~ Kumamoto Station 18:27 Arrive at Kumamoto Station. 2. (Round trip to Fukuoka) & Kumamoto Castle Aso Volcano Kusasenri: 08:30 Meet in Fukuoka 10:30 Kumamoto Castle (approx. 110 mins) 13:40 Kusasenri including Aso crater (approx. 120 mins) 16:00 Get off at Aso Station - Aso Roadside Station (approx. 15 mins) 16:15 Start to return 18:30 Disband 3. (Departing Fukuoka, disbanding in Kumamoto) & Kumamoto Castle Aso Volcano Kusasenri (including Aso Boy Train): 08:30 Meet in Fukuoka 10:30 Kumamoto Castle (approx. 110 mins) 13:40 Sosenri including Aso crater (approx. 120 mins) 16:00 Get off at Aso Station Car - Aso Roadside Station (approx. 74 mins) 17:14 Aso Boy returns to Kumamoto Station 18:27 Arrive at Kumamoto Station. 4. (Meet in Fukuoka and Kumamoto, disband in Fukuoka and Kumamoto) Kumamoto B: 08:00 Meet in Fukuoka 10:40 Sosenri including Aso crater (about 90 minutes) 12:50 Aso Shrine (about 40 minutes) 14:10 Kurokawa Onsen (about 90 minutes) 15:40 Start returning 18:00 Disband

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• Activity Japan 2024 Fall Sale

• Age 1～Age 70
• 5～6 hours
• 08:00

A trip around the mystical Kumamoto and TakachihoDeepen the charm of Kumamoto and Takachiho and start a journey full of mysticism and natural wonders. First, head to Kamishi-Kimi Kumano-za, famous for its pilgrimage route decorated with nearly 100 lanterns, as if you were lost in a dream world. Along the way, you will find Kuroto-iwa, a giant wind tunnel protruding from Onihachi, a symbol of faith that overcomes difficulties. The shrine's sacred tree, Nagi, is also an ideal place to make a wish, as it symbolizes matchmaking and business prosperity. Next, head to Amanoiwato Shrine and experience the mystical charm of Japanese mythology. Amanoiwato Shrine is an ancient sacred place that enshrines Amaterasu Omikami. The Tenyasu River within the shrine grounds was originally a popular place to make wishes by stacking stones, signifying that wishes would be fulfilled and good fortune would come. In addition to the sacred pilgrimage of worshippers, you can also experience a traditional blessing ceremony. Afterwards, explore Takachiho Gorge, a beautiful valley formed by an ancient volcanic eruption. The cliffs towering on both sides of the valley and the Manai Falls give a sense of the majestic nature. On the approximately 1 km promenade, you can leisurely stroll through unique scenery such as the "Kihachi Power Stone" and three arch bridges from different eras (Shinbashi Bridge, Showa Bridge, and Shinto Takachiho Bridge). In particular, the 70 m high Sennin no Byobu Rock has a beauty like a natural folding screen. Each attraction has its own history and natural scenery, allowing you to feel the depth of Japanese culture and the splendor of natural scenery. Whether it is a mysterious legend or the fascinating beauty of nature, this itinerary will bring you an unparalleled travel experience. The schedule is not available in Japanese.

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• Age 6～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

This is a time-free plan for groups and educational trips. The tour will be conducted according to your time schedule. Rafting tour course distance: 5.5 km Experience time: 1.5 hours Time required from meeting to disbanding: 240 to 270 minutes (Requests) Depending on the school, we will respond to requests such as splashing water, falling into the water, and no swimming (Service) Photos and video data (approximately 200 to 500 photos) will be provided (Safety) A support car will run alongside the boat from the start to the finish

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• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 69
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 08:00

Tsuki-mawari ParkA view spot where you can see the beautiful mountains of Aso, including Mt. Nekodake and Mt. Takadake. The site is over 10,000 square meters and has a lawn area, a putt-putt golf course, a go-kart track, and an animal area where you can play with small animals, so the whole family can enjoy themselves. The park also has a hot spring and a restaurant. Kamishikimi Kumanoza ShrineThis shrine attracted attention as it was the setting for the anime movie "Hotarubi no Mori e" by Kumamoto-born manga artist Yuki Midorikawa. In recent years, the mysterious atmosphere of the shrine, which makes you feel like you have wandered into another world, has become a hot topic on social media, and it has become a popular spot visited by many visitors from Japan and abroad every day. Amanoiwato ShrineAmanoiwato Shrine is located in Takachiho Town, Miyazaki Prefecture, and enshrines the cave called Amanoiwato, where Amaterasu Omikami hid herself, as written in Japanese mythology (Kojiki and Nihon Shoki), as its sacred object, and is the setting for the Amanoiwato myth. Takachiho Gorge Takachiho Gorge is a gorge where pyroclastic flows from the Aso volcanic activity flowed in a ribbon along the Gokase River and cooled rapidly, creating beautiful cliffs with columnar joints.

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• Age 20～Age 60
• 2～3 hours
• 12:30

Experience the ultimate form of the Way of Tea in an intimate, private setting. At a Chaji, a small group of invited guests share a full-course tea ceremony, including a meal, thick tea, and thin tea. This formal gathering is the culmination of regular tea lessons, embodying the spirit of "ichiza konryu" where host and guests create a warm, inclusive atmosphere together.Perfect for beginners, this simplified version of Chaji requires no prior tea ceremony experience. We look forward to welcoming you.~ Flow of the experience~12:30 Before entering a tearoomIntroduction and greetings, Tsukubai: Meaning and Usage12:35 Enter a tearoomHow to enter a tearoom and bow on a tatami mat12:40 Charcoal ProceduresThe charcoal procedures will be performed after lunch, depending on the season.12:55 LunchYou will be served lunch with a small amount of Japanese sake and enjoy joyful conversation with the host and other guests.13:45 Thick tea and Thin tea demonstrationThick tea is considered more formal and is often the highlight of the tea gathering.14:45 Q & A and Wrap-up

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• Age 13～Age 60
• Within 1 hour
• 11:30 / 14:00

We offer immersive courses on the Omotesenke tea ceremony. Each month, we delve into a unique theme, such as the history of the tea ceremony, renowned tea masters, tea utensils, and the matcha production process. These topics are thoroughly explained with the aid of slides. During the tea ceremony experience, you will practice the guest's movements and understand their significnace. While observing the authentic tea procedures, you will enjoy two servings of thin tea and sweets.~Flow of the experience~11:30 Before entering a tearoomIntroduction and greetings, Tsukubai: Meaning and Usage11:35 How to enter a tearoomhow to open and close a sliding door and bow on a tatami mat11:40 Power-point presentationExplaining a unique theme, such as the history of tea, key tea masters, and tea utensils, using a PowerPoint presentation. Q&A11:55 Tea demonstrationThe host performs an authentic thin tea procedure while explaining each movement. Guests will learn how to eat sweets and drink a bowl of matcha, and each person will be served two bowls of tea.12:30 Wrap-upGuests leave the premises.

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• Age 0～Age 99
• 2～3 hours

At this all-weather BBQ facility, you can enjoy BBQ at any time of the day or night.At this all-weather BBQ facility, you can enjoy BBQ at any time of the day or night.

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• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 6～Age 65
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 10:30 / 11:00

A plan to enjoy hiking and lunch in the only remaining precious meadow (grassland) on the inside of the northern outer ring of Daikanbo East. With the Five Aso Mountains in the distance, you can hike along the firebreak that separates the grassland from the broad-leaved forest, and experience building a fire using pampas grass from the grassland. Enjoy a boxed lunch made with local ingredients while sitting around a fire you made yourself. Please relax and enjoy Aso from the time you check out of your hotel until noon.

• Age 0～Age 80
• 1 Day or more

Feel safe even if it's your first time camping at a spectacular view campsite! Enjoy luxury camping without bringing anything! The sky torii "Kuratake Shrine" has a 360-degree view of not only the Amakusa Islands, but also Nagasaki and Kagoshima, making it a popular power spot in Kyushu. Ebisu Beach, located at the foot of Mt. Kuradake, is located in the depths of the bay of the Shiranui Sea and is as calm as a lake. The Amakusa Islands can be seen right in front of you, and you can experience the same majestic and mystical feeling you get from the summit of Mt. Kuradake. You can enjoy authentic camping with Montbell's high-performance gear, which has everything you need at Kuradake Sunny Auto Campsite, which is only available in the 4th ward. You can experience an authentic camping experience by simply buying the ingredients and driving to the site. We will fully assist you with pick-up, set-up, and take-down at the directly managed auto campsite. This might be a good opportunity to learn the basics of camping. Amakusa has many wonderful ingredients and sightseeing spots, so please feel free to contact us.

• For Family

• Age 10～Age 80
• 1 Day or more

This is a luxurious plan that includes 1 night and 2 days accommodation + live seafood BBQ + boat fishing experience (with instructor) ♪

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• Age 7～Age 90
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

For those staying or planning to stay at Kurokawa Onsen. Would you like to make souvenirs and memories unique to Kumamoto? "Kurami Shibu Uchiwa Making Experience" is an experience to make a traditional Kumamoto Prefecture craft "Kurami Shibu Uchiwa" using fan bones, Japanese paper, and persimmon tannin. If you coordinate with yukata, kimono, and jinbei, you can enjoy summer festivals and hot spring town walks in your own way. It's a big success at home every year. You can cool off with a gentle breeze without worrying about your electricity bill. ■Points of the experience■・You can choose from 8 types of patterns and 2 types of frames. Recommended experiences: ・For a break while visiting the hot springs ・For the pleasure of walking around the hot spring town ・For making memories with your family, lover, couple ・For those who are staying at Kurokawa Onsen for several days ・For those who are interested in Japanese manufacturing To << What is Raitami Shibu Uchiwa? 》It has a history of more than 400 years and is counted as one of the three major uchiwa production areas. Currently, the only manufacturer "Kurikawa Shoten" is making Kuritami Shibu Uchiwa in Yamaga City, Kumamoto Prefecture.

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• Age 4～Age 100
• 2～3 hours /3～4 hours
• 09:00

This is a morning rafting course. We will go down the Kuma River, sometimes slowly and sometimes violently. Canyoning (stream play) and boating are also very popular. After playing to your heart's content, let's all enjoy a lively BBQ♪ ~Schedule~ 9:00 Check-in → Check-in payment → Change clothes in the changing room 9:30 Move to the starting point in our company car (9:00 meeting from November to June) 9:30 Tour starts (1.5 hours tour) 11:00 Finish → Return to the base in our company car. Shower, change clothes 11:30 ~ Receive photos and finish. After the shower, we will have a BBQ.

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• Age 5～Age 100
• Within 1 hour

Let's make and eat traditional Japanese sweets in the cafe space at the back of an elegant store in the historical town of Kawajiri! A craftsman who was awarded the [Modern Master Craftsman] award in 2020 will carefully and kindly teach you how to make Japanese sweets. Demonstration first! I'm looking forward to seeing what you can do. Next, let's actually make them (2 pieces). Japanese sweets that are fun to look at and make, such as seasonal flowers and fruits. At the end, enjoy it with matcha. This is a popular experience not only for Japanese customers but also for foreign customers. Interpretation in English (beginner level) and Spanish (intermediate level) is also available. We will give you the Japanese sweets you made during the demonstration as souvenirs.

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• Age 12～Age 70
• Within 1 hour
• 11:00 / 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 14:30 / 15:00 / 15:30 / 16:00 / 16:30 / 17:00 / 17:30 / 18:00 / 18:30

You can choose your own scent from about 30 kinds of scents, and the staff will mix them one by one in front of you to create a “only one scent in the world”. Add color to your daily life with your favorite fragrance. Let's enjoy making "the only scent in the world" with the staff!

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• Age 13～Age 65
• 1～2 hours /2～3 hours /3～4 hours /4～5 hours /5～6 hours /Over 6 hours on the day

Gurutto Aso Chari Meguri, commonly known as “Guru Chari”, is a cycling activity that allows you to enjoy the delicious food and fun places of Takamori Town, Aso County, along with nature. You can go uphill easily with an electric bicycle! For a fee of 2,800 yen, you can rent a motor-assisted bicycle and a helmet, as well as 10 tickets that can be used at stores in Takamori Town and a complimentary ticket for the Takamori Spring Water Tunnel!

• Age 18～Age 79
• Within 1 hour

An outdoor survival game facility located in Koshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture. A survival game is a game where you shoot each other with toy guns. Full rental is possible for beginners! You can participate empty-handed. Please enjoy an extraordinary experience at SG!

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• Age 10～Age 79
• Within 1 hour

It is an indoor survival game facility SG in Uto City, Kumamoto Prefecture. Survival games are games where you shoot with a toy gun. Full rental is possible even for beginners! You can participate empty-handed. In addition, children's games are also held at the same time, so you can participate from 10 years old and over. Please enjoy the extraordinary experience with SG!

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• Age 7～Age 99
• 2～3 hours

I use various parts of the plant to get the color on the cloth. Put the dyeing plant in a pot and heat it to make a dyeing solution. Dye the cloth by immersing it in the liquid. Please note that the cloth used for dyeing is silk, cotton, linen and wool products and will not dye cloth made of chemical fibers.

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• Age 10～Age 80
• 1 Day or more
• 08:00

It is a diving experience + food experience accommodation plan for beginners. In Amakusa, Kumamoto Prefecture, we will guide you from major diving spots to hidden spots. From children over 10 years old to elderly people, you can participate regardless of gender. Let's take a walk in the sea with an instructor who has a PADI license! Diving in Amakusa is not affected by the weather, and there are many wind spots that are one of the strengths of the island, so you can almost experience it except for typhoons and big cliffs. Also, since it is one night and two days, there are many timings that you can experience, and the success rate is the tournament. And since the private BBQ terrace of the accommodation is also all-weather, you can enjoy the seafood of Amakusa. Let's play Amakusa with Lit Amakusa's "food + diving experience"!

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• Age 5～Age 90
• 1～2 hours
• 10:30 / 13:00

Scarecrow Village uses the school building that was closed. It's a great place to learn. We will hold a soba making school at Amakusa, so please try it. The soba you hit yourself is exceptional! Tempura is included when you eat. * 1 It will be an experience with one desk and one bowl. (There are 4 tables)

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• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 90
• Within 1 hour
• 11:30 / 12:30 / 14:00 / 16:00

It is a mud dyeing experience of Kumamoto and Yamaga. It is located at the entrance of Yachiyoza, a nationally designated important cultural property, and in the center of the tourist attraction Toyomae Kaido. Even small children can enjoy dyeing with peace of mind because the cloth is simply soaked in muddy water made from the natural soil of Yamaga without using fire. Not only is it rare that there is only one in the world, but it is also useful as an everyday fashion accent!

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• Age 5～Age 90
• Within 1 hour /1～2 hours
• 10:30 / 13:00

Kakashi no Sato uses the school building that was closed. It's a great place to learn. We will hold a soba making school at Amakusa, so please try it. The soba you hit yourself is exceptional! * 1 It will be an experience with one desk and one bowl. (There are 4 tables)

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• Age 3～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 12:00 / 15:00 / 17:00

It is a Kikuyo oyster hut in Kikuyo Town, just halfway between Kumamoto City and Aso! You can bake and eat freshly picked oysters from Kyushu. Experience oyster grilling that will be a memorable one for your family. There are also take-out sales, so it is ideal for camping. Surround the warm hearth and bake it yourself. Except for oysters, you can bring in all drinks. Because it is an oyster hut, you can use it even on rainy days! Please feel free to come with rice balls and tea! Enjoy the scent of rocky shore, the warmth of charcoal fire, and seasonal oysters with all five senses in the traditional grilled oyster experience. Our catchphrase is [Smooth with lemon! ] ♪

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• For Groups

• Age 4～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 12:00 / 14:00 / 16:00

Parasailing with a panoramic view of Amakusa! Take a walk in the air from off the coast of Kamiamakusa! You can experience it from children over 4 years old to adults! All the staff will support the experience with safety first. Let's enjoy the first parasailing in mainland Kyushu! !!

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• Age 6～Age 70
• 1～2 hours

Make a kaleidoscope using a kaleidoscope kit and decorate the surface with colored paper etc. You can also make it in the lower grades

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• Age 10～Age 70
• 1～2 hours

Cut bamboo and shave it to make a simple flute.

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• Age 10～Age 65
• 1～2 hours

Bake iron in a furnace to soften it and make a shape. Make your own, such as hooks for lowering flowerpots, hat racks and candle stands.

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