Stay at a public facility where people gather and interact Tour of hot springs in Hitoyoshi Onsen with 500 years of history
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Three waterfalls splash white water and provide a natural air-conditioned summer retreat even in mid-summer.
This is a scenic spot that is just a short drive from Kumariba. It takes only 9 minutes by car along the Kaname River, a tributary of the Kuma River. The falls consist of three waterfalls: a 36-meter-high Otaki Fall in the main stream, a 30-meter-high Hetaki Fall in a tributary, and a gently flowing Hiradaki Fall in the upper reaches of the main stream. Also called "Kaname Yae Falls," the vertical waterfall with a roaring sound and white sprays is a sight to behold. The area around the falls is chilly even in mid-summer, making it a popular summer resort. There is no parking lot, so park temporarily on the shoulder of the road.
The local people call it "Aoi-san" and are familiar with it. Hitoyoshi's chief Shinto shrine with a history of 1,200 years.
The first place to visit in Hitoyoshi City is Aoi Aso Shrine, Hitoyoshi's general guardian. The shrine was founded in 806 AD. The Sagara clan, a feudal lord who ruled Hitoyoshi Kuma region, had a 700-year reign of peace from the Kamakura period in the 12th century to the Meiji Restoration, which is rare in Japanese history. The Sagara clan took advantage of their geographical location to prevent the invasion of foreign enemies and adopted the most advanced architectural styles of the time in the construction of temples and shrines, making the area a center of human emotion. Aoi Aso Shrine, built in the early Edo period, is a typical example. The massive shrine pavilions with thatched roofs boast an overwhelming presence. The tower gate, main hall, hall of worship, corridor, and hall of offerings, as well as one building tag from the time of construction and five nameplates that clearly state the date and details of reconstruction, are designated as the first national treasures in Kumamoto Prefecture. It is also one of the cultural assets of the Japan Heritage Site "Sagara: 700 Years of Conservative and Enterprising Culture" recognized by the Agency for Cultural Affairs. The original red seal book is now very popular and there is also an online awarding office.
address (e.g. of house)
118, Kamiaoi-machi, Hitoyoshi-shi, Kumamoto, Japan
Playing in the Kuma River, one of the three most rapid rivers in Japan.
The Kuma River is called "one of the three most rapid rivers in Japan" along with the Mogami River in Yamagata Prefecture and the Fuji River in Shizuoka Prefecture. The "Kuma River Rafting," a wooden boat ride down the Kuma River, is one of Hitoyoshi City's tourist attractions. A skilled boatman reads the flow of the river, and a "Tomohari" steers the boat at the back of the boat. The "short course," which takes about 30 minutes, allows visitors to view Hitoyoshi Castle Town from the river. (The 50-minute course is currently suspended due to the torrential rain disaster in 2020.) Kuma River rafting, on the other hand, is a more active way to enjoy the Kuma River. This is the only place in Kyushu where you can enjoy the dynamic outdoor sport of rafting down the rapids on a rubber boat. You can enjoy the feeling of adventure by rowing the oars to the instructor's call. Life jackets are worn, so even beginners who cannot swim can enjoy this activity. The tour takes 1.5 to 2 hours and runs from April to October. (Due to the torrential rain disaster, only an approximately 8-km course is available.)
Kuma River Rafting: Adults (junior high school students and older) 2,000 yen, elementary school students 1,000 yen, infants 500 yen (3 years and older), one infant (0-2 years) free per adult. Rafting: 8,000 yen
Business Hours
Kuma River cruise departs every hour from 10:00 to 15:00 on weekdays and every hour from 9:00 to 16:00 on weekends and holidays *Varies according to season. Rafting departs at 10:00 and 14:00 Period: April - October
Kumagawa Railway
Run for reconstruction of the entire line! Kumagawa Railway's Rural Symphony
Let's travel by train once in a while. To support local train lines affected by the disaster, Kumagawa Railway is partially operating a 19-km section between Higo Nishimura (Nishiki Town) and Yamae (Yamae Town), which was relatively undamaged out of the entire 24.8-km line after the torrential rain disaster in 2020. The "Rural Symphony," a sightseeing train designed by Eiji Mitooka, has been reborn as an all-long-seat train and operates as a regular train. The four cars were colored according to spring, summer, fall, and winter, and Beethoven's symphony "Denen" was played inside the cars. Now you can ride on such a sophisticated train for a regular fare. We would like to support Kumagawa Railway, which aims to restore the entire line by 2025.
Kuma shochu liqueur to drink in Hitoyoshi Kuma shochu liqueur to bring back as a souvenir
Kuma shochu is made from rice, and rice was abundant in the Hitoyoshi Kuma region, which maintained a peaceful order for 700 years. In fact, there was a surplus of rice, and shochu was made from the surplus rice and rice malt. Moreover, the Kuma River and its tributary, the Kawabe River, flowed through the area, providing the high-quality water essential for sake brewing. Even today, there are 27 breweries, and tours are available at each. Sengetsu Shuzo, located on the opposite bank of the Hitoyoshi Castle Ruins, is one of them. Sengetsu Shuzo Brewery, located on the opposite bank of the Hitoyoshi Castle ruins, is one of them and offers free tours of its brewery. The brewery also sells limited-edition shochu, sweets, pickles, and other items. The uniquely shaped tokkuri "gara" and "choku (boar's mouth)" and the "soragyu," a boar's mouth with a hole in the bottom, are also interesting. If you drive a car, please be patient when tasting sake at the brewery!
Adults and high school students and older: 1,100 yen, junior high school students: 800 yen, elementary school students: 600 yen, infants and children aged 3 and older: 450 yen. Separate exploration course 800 yen.
