Things to do in Kumamoto Page 2

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• 06:00

Tour code: A2-KM01-000504 The hot air balloon moored with a rope rises to a height of about 40m. Feel refreshed when you look down at the majestic scenery lit by the morning sun! ! If you want to learn how to light a fire with a burner, ask the pilot! Light up the burner and feel the explosive sound of “Goo!” and its power.

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• 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
• Over 6 hours on the day

*If the departure point is not Fukuoka, the driver's round-trip time will be charged separately. If there are multiple dates, the driver's accommodation fee may be charged. *This is a day trip tour to enjoy popular tourist spots in Kyushu and Kumamoto in a comfortable chartered tourist hire car. *The departure time can be freely selected according to your request, and the itinerary and tourist spots can be freely customized according to your wishes. *Tourist hire cars are available in 6-seater and 9-seater vehicles, and we also provide a pick-up service, so you can arrive at your destination safely and comfortably. *All vehicles provided comply with Japanese law, and drivers have more than 3 years of driving experience. *We provide services in multiple languages, including Japanese, Chinese, Cantonese, and English. *One day trip to Kyushu and Kumamoto (example)* *8:55 A tourist taxi will pick you up. The driver will arrive at the specified departure time and wait at the pre-designated location. (If the departure point is not Fukuoka, the driver's round-trip time will be charged separately.) *11:00 Depart from the hotel and head to Kumamoto Castle, one of the three most famous castles in Japan. We recommend accessing the castle from the entrance of Sakura no Baba Josaen. The scenery along the way is beautiful, and you can enjoy the distinctive buildings and decorations. After arriving, take a short break at the rest area and enjoy a panoramic view of Kumamoto Castle against the backdrop of samurai equipment. After that, you can tour the castle and learn about the history and culture of Kumamoto Castle through the exhibits on the first to sixth floors. *12:00 Enjoy delicious Japanese cuisine for lunch We will guide you to a traditional Japanese restaurant for lunch. Please enjoy the delicate and deep taste of Japanese cuisine to your heart's content. *13:00 Travel to Suizenji Jojuen Garden by chartered bus. It is one of Japan's most representative gardens, boasting beautiful scenery designated as a national scenic spot. Small bridges, flowing water, rocks, flowers, and trees are in harmony in the garden, and walking through the garden will make you feel as if you are in a painting. *15:00 Leave Suizenji Jojuen Garden and head to Kumamon Plaza by bus. There are many goods of Kumamoto Prefecture's mascot character "Kumamon", and they are very cute. If you time it right, you might even be able to see Kumamon's performance and interact with him.

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• 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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• 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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• 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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• Age 2～Age 99
• Over 6 hours on the day

Round-trip bus included from Kumamoto city to Kurokawa Onsen! For lunch, you can enjoy a luxurious tofu set meal made with plenty of Tofu Kissho's special tofu. After lunch, it is a one-day relaxing plan where you can enjoy an extraordinary experience while walking through the streets of Kurokawa Onsenkyo. ★What is a "route bus trip"? It is a great value trip that includes a ticket for express buses, route buses, etc., and tickets for use of various facilities. Tourists and guides will not accompany you, and you will be required to move on your own.

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• 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.

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• 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 0～Age 99
• Over 6 hours on the day

This is a great value course that includes the Amakusa rapid train, dolphin watching, and BBQ at Mio Kamino Amakusa. On board, the guide will provide easy-to-understand explanations about the ecology and behavior of dolphins. Enjoy a cruise of approximately 2 hours. ★What is a "route bus trip"? It is a great value trip that includes a ticket for express buses, route buses, etc., and tickets for use of various facilities. Tourists and guides will not accompany you, and you will be required to move on your own.

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• Age 0～Age 99
• Over 6 hours on the day

★What is the "Local Bus Trip"? It is a great value trip that includes a ticket for an express bus or local bus, as well as a ticket for each facility. There will be no tour conductor or guide accompanying you, and you will travel on your own. Go directly from the center of Kumamoto to Aso! This plan takes you to Kusasenri, a spectacular spot that is a must-see if you visit Aso, and the world's largest caldera, the Aso Nakadake Crater. Kusasenri is a great location from which you can see the smoking Nakadake. You will also enjoy Akagyu hamburger steak at a restaurant with a great view of Kusasenri. *The fare for the Mt. Aso Crater Tour Shuttle is not included. Please check the prices and operating times on the following website: https://www.kyusanko.co.jp/aso/

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• Age 5～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day

This is a convenient plan for sightseeing in Aso, which can be boarded from Kumamoto Airport, train stations, Sakuramachi Bus Terminal and main entrances to Kumamoto. We will stop by the world's largest caldera "Aso Nakadake crater" and Aso Farmland, which was comprehensively produced by health experts. Feel the nature of Aso with your whole body.

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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 0～Age 99
• 5～6 hours

Tour code: A2-GR01-000100This is a sightseeing bus that allows you to fully experience the charms of Amakusa. You can rest assured with a guide. Please let us know the boarding location (time) and the drop-off location when making your reservation. This is a packed course that visits the Oe Sakitsu Church, a symbol of Amakusa's Christian culture, which is a component part of the World Heritage Site "Hidden Christian Sites in the Nagasaki and Amakusa Region" (Sakitsu Village in Amakusa), and three museums that convey the history of Christianity to the present. (Varies depending on the ride time)The roadside station Kakashi no Sato on the course is a roadside station that reused the abandoned Miyajidake Elementary School, and is the first of its kind in Western Japan! It is a very rare roadside station. Please have lunch at the roadside station Kakashi no Sato restaurant on your own. (Lunch will be served at Aimura on closed days: 1st and 3rd Wednesdays)There is also a great value "round-trip viewing ticket"! You can purchase it on the day. (Amakusa Christian Museum, Amakusa Collegio Museum, Amakusa Rosario Museum, and Sakitsu Museum Minatoya sell a "round trip ticket" that allows you to visit all four museums at a discount.) Each tourist facility incurs a fee, which must be paid by each customer (round trip tickets are sold on the day for 600 yen) Amakusa Christian Museum: Adults 300 yen, High school students 200 yen, Elementary and junior high school students 150 yen Amakusa Collegio Museum: Adults 300 yen, High school students 200 yen, Elementary and junior high school students 150 yen Amakusa Rosario Museum: Adults 300 yen, High school students 200 yen, Elementary and junior high school students 150 yen Minatoya: 100 yen per person

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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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• For Groups

• 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 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 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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• 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 70
• 1～2 hours

Make your own broom using Japanese pampas grass that grows naturally in Aso. The attached broom can also be used as a room interior and can be enjoyed for cleaning.

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