Tours and activities in Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan

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Guided walking tours in Kumamoto Prefecture

Small-group + private walking tours with a local guide

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Rural Forestry Tour in Aso Minamioguni
This is a unique chance to experience life in rural Japan through a local's eyes. Access areas and meet people that would be impossible without the presence of the guide. Enjoy unique interaction while delving into true Japanese forestry culture. Be mesmerized by the beautiful and unique landscape, born through a long history of living in symbiosis with the mountains and planting cedar trees. All while having your own private guide who is knowledgable and can explain the history of not only the area but the Japanese forestry. But more than anything, this tour aims to be about interaction with locals. As a guide, I wish the meeting between visitors and locals to feel like me introducing friends to each other. The area around Mt. Aso is one of Japan's best-hidden treasures and this is your shortcut to experiencing it. True Japanese culture, food, hospitality, and much much more. Take a chance, step off the beaten track, and come join us for an amazing time in Aso!
5.0(1)
6 hr 30 min
Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan
Free cancellation
Private tour
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$170
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Kuma Shochu Tours Uncover the Legacy of Japan’s Oldest Spirit
Guided walking tour of Hitoyoshi, including ancient castle remnants and the blacksmith district. Tastings at historic and modern distilleries and foot onsen Embark on a guided walking journey through two contrasting distilleries – a historic Meiji-era brewery and a leading global producer – where you’ll savor the rich flavors of Kuma Shochu. Discover the cultural treasures of Hitoyoshi on foot, including ancient castle remnants and the artisanal charm of the blacksmith district. For a truly exclusive experience, upgrade to the 007 Experience and gain access to Daniel Craig’s Shochu Aging Room, where you’ll sample the same premium shochu enjoyed by the iconic actor.
4 hours
Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan
Private tour
From
$139
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Herbal Shimenawa Crafting Workshop at Kumamoto Herb Garden
At Kumamoto Herb Garden, the Lemongrass Shimenawa Workshop invites you to experience a unique combination of Japanese tradition and natural fragrance. Using freshly grown lemongrass from the garden, you’ll learn simple weaving techniques to craft your own shimenawa - a traditional New Year’s decoration symbolizing protection and good fortune. As you work, enjoy the refreshing aroma of lemongrass and discover the history and meaning behind Japan’s “sacred rope.” With step-by-step guidance, the workshop is designed for beginners, making it easy and enjoyable for anyone to take part. You’ll also have the chance to personalize your creation with herbs and decorations from the garden, bringing home not just a handmade craft, but a memorable cultural experience.
1 hr 30 min
Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan
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$30
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The Way of the Sword with Hyoho Taisharyu
Private training with a Modern-Day Samurai: Learn the ancient art of Hyoho Taisharyu swordsmanship from a dedicated practitioner who embodies the heart and mind of a samurai. Zen Temple Dojo: Experience the serene atmosphere of an ancient Buddhist Zen temple, a place where samurai once sought wisdom and honed their skills. This sacred space will serve as your dojo, enhancing your connection to the samurai spirit. Uncover the Secrets: Delve into the techniques and philosophies that underpin Hyoho Taisharyu, gaining insights into the samurai’s unwavering focus, discipline, and unwavering spirit. Meet the Grandmaster: Engage in a rare encounter with the Grandmaster of Hyoho Taisharyu, a living embodiment of the samurai tradition. Learn from their wisdom and experience the profound connection to this ancient martial art. Discover Your Inner Warrior: Through guided practice and meditation, awaken your inner strength and cultivate the mental fortitude that defines a true samurai.
1 hour
Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan
From
$369
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Kumamoto: Build Your Own Buddy & Play Japan's Taiko Drums
This is a special cultural program in Uto City, Kumamoto Prefecture, where you can experience the soul-shaking sound of Japan. The experience begins with you first crafting your own original bachi or drumsticks, which are considered your essential "partner" or aibo for playing the taiko. You will then use your custom-made bachi to play the "Uto Amagoi Taiko," a National Important Tangible Folk Cultural Property with a history stretching back to the Edo period. A professional guide provides cheerful and fun instruction, and by the end of the 90-minute session, all participants will be able to play the Amagoi Taiko. The bachi you create can be taken home as a memento of your trip.
1 hr 30 min
Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan
From
$117

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Rural Forestry Tour in Aso Minamioguni

5.0(1)

6 hr 30 min

Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan

Free cancellation
Private tour

From

$170

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Kuma Shochu Tours Uncover the Legacy of Japan’s Oldest Spirit

4 hours

Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan

Private tour

From

$139

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Herbal Shimenawa Crafting Workshop at Kumamoto Herb Garden

1 hr 30 min

Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan

From

$30

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The Way of the Sword with Hyoho Taisharyu

1 hour

Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan

From

$369

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Kumamoto: Build Your Own Buddy & Play Japan's Taiko Drums

1 hr 30 min

Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan

From

$117

Food & drink experiences in Kumamoto Prefecture

Food tours, market walks, wine tastings, cocktail experiences

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Kumamoto Shochu Distillery Tour
Explore the 400-year-old tradition of Kuma Shochu, a rice-based distilled spirit recognized as a Geographical Indication, during a guided walking tour through Hitoyoshi. Visit historic and modern distilleries, meet master distillers, and enjoy tastings of this cultural symbol that blends nature, craftsmanship, and Japanese tradition. Kuma Shochu: Japan’s Hidden Gem of Rice Distillation Kuma Shochu is a rice-based distilled spirit that has been produced in this region for over 400 years. Recognized as a Geographical Indication (GI), it is crafted using traditional techniques passed down for generations, drawing pure water from the Kuma River. Deeply tied to the region's identity, Kuma Shochu represents the harmony of nature, craftsmanship, and culture. Today, local distilleries are working to share this heritage globally while preserving its artisanal roots, making it a symbol of Japanese tradition with international appeal.
5.0(1)
3 hours - 4 hours
Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan
Free cancellation
Private tour
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$95
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Yachiyoza Theater Premium Dining
We offer a special night to privately enjoy the Yachiyoza Theater, an Important Cultural Property of Japan. For this day, some special seats have been set up in a historical space where nostalgia and splendor coexist. Enjoy a dinner made with local ingredients while watching traditional performing arts passed down in the region. [Highlights] - Private use of Yachiyo-za, a playhouse built in 1910. - Special dinner menus by popular local restaurants just for the occasion - Viewing of traditional Japanese performing arts handed down in the region - Before dinner, a guided tour inside the Yachiyo-za building is also offered.
3 hours
Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan
Private tour
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$158
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Two-Day Farm Stay and Culinary Adventure
Explore the region’s rich culinary heritage through an unforgettable two-day experience that combines a Samurai Breakfast Hike with an immersive cooking class and farm stay with the renowned local chef, “Sechan.”
2 days
Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan
Private tour
From
$233
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Sake Tasting Experience in Yamaga
Chiyonosono Sake Brewery is a historic sake brewery that started producing sake in 1896. Its sake, which is made with the desire to enrich the mind of the drinker, has won numerous awards and received high praise both domestically and internationally.
1 hour
Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan
Private tour
From
$25
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Experience making ginger syrup and sauce at Ginger Grill Stay Yatsushiro
Camping experience while listening to the sound of clear streams in the production area of Yatsushiro ginger Cooking experience using Yatsushiro ginger is safe for beginners with recipes Ginger syrup making experience and ginger sauce making experience are experiences that participants can enjoy together. Camping in nature, where you can lose track of time, is a repeat activity
2 hours
Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan
Free cancellation
Private tour
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$221
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Kumamoto Shochu Distillery Tour

5.0(1)

3 hours - 4 hours

Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan

Free cancellation
Private tour

From

$95

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Yachiyoza Theater Premium Dining

3 hours

Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan

Private tour

From

$158

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Two-Day Farm Stay and Culinary Adventure

2 days

Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan

Private tour

From

$233

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Sake Tasting Experience in Yamaga

1 hour

Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan

Private tour

From

$25

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Experience making ginger syrup and sauce at Ginger Grill Stay Yatsushiro

2 hours

Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan

Free cancellation
Private tour
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From

$221

Cooking classes & workshops in Kumamoto Prefecture

Hands-on classes - pasta, pizza, gelato, regional dishes - from local chefs

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Local Cuisine Cooking Class –the Rich Flavors of the Kuma Valley
-Secrets of Japanese Home Cooking in the Kuma Valley The Kuma Basin’s abundant natural environment has long supported a rich food culture, where fresh river fish, mountain vegetables, and rice from fertile fields are staples of everyday meals. This experience focuses on the essence of Japanese home cooking, revealing the subtle techniques and cultural wisdom behind each dish. Guided by Sechan, a lively local chef with deep roots in the community, you'll discover how ordinary ingredients are transformed into nourishing, beautiful meals — a tradition quietly passed from generation to generation. Through hands-on learning and storytelling, you'll connect not just with the cuisine, but with the spirit of rural Japanese life.
3 hours
Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan
Free cancellation
Private tour
From
$98
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Wine Tasting Experience in Yamaga
Built from the ground up with the passion of the winemakers and growers, the pursuit of the highest quality has resulted in an array of great wines. Limited edition, award-winning wines that can only be tasted at Kikuka Winery, using grapes from our own vineyards and carefully selected grapes that we started growing in 2018. Also on the premises is AIRA RIDGE, a collection of signature delicacies and specialties from Yamaga City.
1 hour
Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan
Private tour
From
$25
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Whisky Tasting Experience in Yamaga
Sparking the popularity of Japanese whiskey in recent years, and recognized worldwide for its high quality, this distillery specializing in malt whiskey opened in 2021 with technical support from Kagoshima Prefecture’s Honbo Sake Brewery. Utilizing the benefits of Yamaga’s rich natural climate, we are pursuing a beautiful, gorgeous flavor and noble depth. It is a remarkable up-and-coming distillery that aspires to create single malt that will captivate people around the world.
1 hour
Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan
Private tour
From
$25
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Local Cuisine Cooking Class –the Rich Flavors of the Kuma Valley

3 hours

Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan

Free cancellation
Private tour

From

$98

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Wine Tasting Experience in Yamaga

1 hour

Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan

Private tour

From

$25

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Whisky Tasting Experience in Yamaga

1 hour

Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan

Private tour

From

$25

Cultural & historical in Kumamoto Prefecture

Museums, ruins, art collections, religious sites with expert guides

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Learn the Higo Ko-ryu of Naginata style of fighting samurai
Characterized by a one-sword deathblow, the Higo old-style naginata(Long Sword), which uses weapons as long as 8 shaku (approximately 2.4m) was developed in Kumamoto before the mid-1700s. Since the end of the Meiji era when there were no male instructors, female instructors have preserved the tradition, and currently, Ms. Hirata is the 15th head of the school. When using a heavy and long weapon that is eight shaku (about 2.4m), there are few movements and moves, the form is simple, and although there is no ""flashy"" movement, training in body handling and foot handling is required to move quickly. This is a 90-minute plan where you can experience the authentic Higo old-style naginata directly from Ms. Hirata, the head of the family. Experience the Higo Koryu style straight from the female master who will pass it on to the next generation. Learn the spirit of the samurai through a samurai swordsmanship experience.
5.0(1)
1 hr 30 min
Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan
From
$104
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Private Guided Rural E Bike Mini tour in Aso Minamioguni
Welcome to enjoy a guided tour in Minamioguni Town, one of the small towns and villages that make up the area surrounding the Aso Volcano. Come along for a fun and light cycling tour around the beautiful rural countryside areas. You will get to see unique scenery and areas, as well as meet local people and enjoy great food. Exploring the Japanese countryside together with your guide is the best way to really experience the culture of Japan. What makes it even better, this is a private tour and you are free to customize it! Make your booking and let's talk and discuss how to make this experience perfect for you, your friends, and your family! We look forward to see you soon!
4 hours - 5 hours
Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan
Free cancellation
Private tour
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$69
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Kuma Valley E-Bike Adventures
Glide through picturesque rice fields and chestnut groves, marvel at panoramic valley views, and uncover the secrets of shochu production at a time-honored local distillery. Our guided e-bike tours offer a unique way to experience the Kuma Valley’s rich history, culture, and culinary traditions. Choose from half-day or full-day adventures, with options to visit tea fields, enjoy farm-to-table meals, and learn about the fascinating history of the Sagara Clan. Highlights: ● Scenic rides through rice fields, chestnut groves, and charming villages. ● Visits to historic shrines, temples, and a traditional shochu distillery. ● Home-cooked meals with local culinary expert. ● Learn about tea cultivation and enjoy fresh, local tea.
6 hours
Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan
Private tour
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$126
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Kurokawa Onsen Private History and Culture Walk
Immerse yourself in the charming atmosphere of Kurokawa Onsen on an exclusive, 1-hour private walking tour. Perfect for a relaxing stroll after checking out of your ryokan or just before dinner, this tour is designed for those who want to experience the true, authentic beauty of Japan. Guided by a knowledgeable local insider, you will wander through the scenic streets and beautifully preserved paths of this historic hot spring town. As you stroll, you will discover the unique history, thoughtful architecture, and deep-rooted culture that have been carefully preserved by the local community for generations. To make your journey even sweeter, this tour includes one complimentary local snack or a refreshing drink for you to enjoy during the walk. Experience the warm hospitality and untouched landscape of Kurokawa Onsen through the eyes of a local friend.
1 hour
Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan
Free cancellation
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$16
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Learn the Higo Ko-ryu of Naginata style of fighting samurai

5.0(1)

1 hr 30 min

Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan

From

$104

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Private Guided Rural E Bike Mini tour in Aso Minamioguni

4 hours - 5 hours

Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan

Free cancellation
Private tour

From

$69

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Kuma Valley E-Bike Adventures

6 hours

Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan

Private tour

From

$126

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Kurokawa Onsen Private History and Culture Walk

1 hour

Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan

Free cancellation
New

From

$16

Outdoor & adventure in Kumamoto Prefecture

Bike tours, e-bikes, kayaking, rafting, anything outside

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E Bike Journey Across Mt. Aso from Kumamoto Airport
"Experience Aso's Breathtaking Views with TREK E-Bikes" Visit Sharinkan Specialist Store at the Sorayoka Area of Aso Kumamoto Airport, where you can rent TREK Marlin+ 6 e-bikes to explore Aso's magnificent landscapes. These high-performance e-bikes can travel up to 67km on a single charge, making cycling effortless even for beginners. We provide helmets and insurance coverage, along with expert guidance on the best routes based on weather conditions and your experience level. Starting from the airport, discover unique perspectives of Aso's volcanic scenery, grasslands, and hot spring towns that you can't experience by car. For reservations, visit Sharinkan TREK Store.
5.0(1)
1 day
Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan
Free cancellation
From
$95
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Nagomi Town Satoyama Cycling Tour
Explore the natural and historical cultural spots of Nagomi Town in Kumamoto Prefecture on a guided cycling tour. Visit the Eta Funayama Burial Mound, Higo Minka Village, and the mysterious Tonkararin Tunnel. Meet your guide and set off on your bike to explore the Eta Funayama Burial Mound, a nationally designated historic site built in the late 5th century. Next, head to Higo Minka Village, a collection of traditional houses featuring unique shops and restored old homes. Continue to the mysterious Tonkararin Tunnel, whose creator, purpose, and time of construction remain unknown. Finally, cycle through mountain paths that preserve the original rural scenery of Nagomi Town.
2 hours
Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan
From
$32
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Marlin E-Bike Journey Across Mt. Aso from Kumamoto Airport
"Experience Aso's Breathtaking Views with TREK E-Bikes" Visit Sharinkan Specialist Store at the Sorayoka Area of Aso Kumamoto Airport, where you can rent TREK Marlin+ 6 e-bikes to explore Aso's magnificent landscapes. These high-performance e-bikes can travel up to 67km on a single charge, making cycling effortless even for beginners. We provide helmets and insurance coverage, along with expert guidance on the best routes based on weather conditions and your experience level. Starting from the airport, discover unique perspectives of Aso's volcanic scenery, grasslands, and hot spring towns that you can't experience by car. For reservations, visit Sharinkan TREK Store.
1 day
Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan
Free cancellation
From
$95
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Marlin 6 E-Bike XS Mt. Aso Journey from Kumamoto Airport
"Experience Aso's Breathtaking Views with TREK E-Bikes" Visit the Sharinkan Specialist Store at the Sorayoka Area of Aso Kumamoto Airport, where you can rent TREK Marlin+ 6 e-bikes to explore Aso's magnificent landscapes. These high-performance e-bikes can travel up to 67km on a single charge, making cycling effortless even for beginners. We provide helmets and insurance coverage, along with expert guidance on the best routes based on weather conditions and your experience level. Starting from the airport, discover unique perspectives of Aso's volcanic scenery, grasslands, and hot spring towns that you can't experience by car. For reservations, visit the Sharinkan TREK Store.
1 day
Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan
Free cancellation
From
$95
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E Bike Journey Across Mt. Aso from Kumamoto Airport

5.0(1)

1 day

Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan

Free cancellation

From

$95

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Nagomi Town Satoyama Cycling Tour

2 hours

Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan

From

$32

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Marlin E-Bike Journey Across Mt. Aso from Kumamoto Airport

1 day

Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan

Free cancellation

From

$95

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Marlin 6 E-Bike XS Mt. Aso Journey from Kumamoto Airport

1 day

Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan

Free cancellation

From

$95

Day trips & excursions in Kumamoto Prefecture

Half-day to full-day trips out of the city - Pompeii, Tivoli, Tuscany, you name it

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Aso Cycling and Farming Private Tour
Jump straight into the life of the people living in the countryside surrounding Mt. Aso, the largest active volcano in Japan. At a small bicycle shop located 900 m above sea level, we will gear up for our adventures. We head out into the wide symbolic grass fields of Aso, a legacy of the areas deep culture. Through the tour, we will experience how the landscapes changes from fields to forests and small mountain villages. The bicycle lets us freely explore this amazing landscape. We will make one 3 hour stop during the trip to visit a local farmer. Only for this tour, they allow us to follow them into their fields where we harvest vegetables and learn about their organic farming. Together we make classic Japanese home cooking that utilizes locally produced food and ingredients of the season. Join us for a tour that allows for free exploration and interacting with locals and their culture. Be prepared for a day of new experiences in a part of Japan you have never seen before!
7 hours
Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan
Free cancellation
Private tour
From
$265
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Fermentation HAKKO food culture experience tour
A tour to experience the food culture of fermentation (hakko), which has attracted worldwide attention in recent years. You will learn about fermentation at the brewery of Kuma Shochu, which has a history of over 400 years in Hitoyoshi Kuma, make traditional pickles by hand and enjoy learning about ‘mame’ and ‘fermentation’, which have taken root in the local food culture (places visited will be arranged according to customer needs).
8 hours
Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan
Private tour
From
$473
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SL Hitoyoshi and Terroir Dining Tour
In this tour, you will experience the pairing of ‘ichigu-unaju’ (eel stew) from a famous restaurant in Hitoyoshi City with Kuma tea, a local speciality, while cruising down the Kuma River, a precious natural resource of Hitoyoshi City, and then visit a restored steam locomotive (SL Hitoyoshi) and the only working stone engine house in Japan, built in 1911 (Meiji 44), which was used as a The tour is guided by a guide who was involved in the operation of the SL at the time.You will also enjoy a full-course lunch, which was developed especially for this tour, at a stylish restaurant in a converted warehouse next to Okoba Station on the Hisatsu Line, the only station in Japan with a switchback in the loop line, and which makes the most of the bounty of the Kuma River.
6 hr 30 min
Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan
From
$347

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Aso Cycling and Farming Private Tour

7 hours

Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan

Free cancellation
Private tour

From

$265

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Fermentation HAKKO food culture experience tour

8 hours

Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan

Private tour

From

$473

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SL Hitoyoshi and Terroir Dining Tour

6 hr 30 min

Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan

From

$347

Transportation & transfers in Kumamoto Prefecture

Airport pickups, point-to-point transfers, and city transport

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Private Amakusa National Park E-bike Ride Tour with Guide
Guided tour by electric bicycle through the spectacular scenery of Amakusa Treasure Island in Unzen Amakusa National Park　 Do you know e-bike? E-bike riding tours are a popular activity both in Japan and overseas. It is a vehicle that allows you to enjoy nature and culture in a sustainable and wellness way. The electric assist helps your leg strength, so you can easily climb steep slopes and long slopes. Therefore, people who are not confident in their physical strength or women can enjoy a scenic drive that can be reached by bicycle without overdoing it. We have developed a new point and created a new tour here in Amakusa Takarajima. A sense of accomplishment in transportation that cannot be obtained by car. You can directly feel the atmosphere of nature. Enjoy a new Amakusa sightseeing while moving on your own feet on an E-bike.
5.0(1)
2 hr 30 min
Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan
Free cancellation
Private tour
From
$63
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Yatsushiro Shore Excursion: Custom Car Tour, Licensed Guide
This private tour is designed for travelers arriving at Yatsushiro Port by cruise ship who want to discover the best of Kumamoto. Your government-licensed multilingual guide and private vehicle pick you up at the port or a nearby hotel for a relaxed, fully customizable day in one of Kyushu's most rewarding regions. Over six hours you explore at your own pace. Visit the mighty Kumamoto Castle, one of Japan's three great castles, stroll the restored Sakuranobaba Josaien castle town, and wander the tranquil Suizenji Jojuen Garden created by the Hosokawa lords. For nature lovers, head to Mt. Aso and its vast volcanic caldera, the ancient Aso Shrine, the hot-spring town of Kurokawa Onsen, or the serene cave temple of Reigando, linked to swordsman Miyamoto Musashi. Because this is a private, flexible tour, you and your guide choose the sights that interest you most and shape the itinerary around your group. It is a comfortable and memorable way to make the most of your time in port.
6 hours
Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan
Free cancellation
Private tour
New
From
$32
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Private Amakusa National Park E-bike Ride Tour with Guide

5.0(1)

2 hr 30 min

Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan

Free cancellation
Private tour

From

$63

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Yatsushiro Shore Excursion: Custom Car Tour, Licensed Guide

6 hours

Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan

Free cancellation
Private tour
New

From

$32

Private & luxury experiences in Kumamoto Prefecture

Private guides, VIP access, after-hours tours, premium small-group

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3 days in Aso to experience the nature and people's lives of the active volcano
This is a three-day program to learn about the origins of the Aso Caldera and feel the awe of nature of the people living in the caldera. You will be able to fully enjoy the natural attractions of the Aso Caldera, which is recognized as Aso-Kujyu National Park and a Global UNESCO Geopark. We will also introduce you to the unique volcanic beliefs nurtured in Aso, the skills of the artisans, the lifestyle of the farmers, and other attractions of Aso that only a few people know about.
5.0(1)
3 days
Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan
Private tour
From
$1,135
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Private Overnight Tours with Original Yamaga Lanterns
This plan allows visitors to experience the traditional craft of Yamaga lanterns, followed by a visit to the Hirayama Hot Springs. In the evening, we offer the opportunity to spend a relaxing time in an old house for rent, lighting original Yamaga lanterns and enjoying Yamaga's specialities and Yamaga sake.’ Please enjoy a ‘unique experience’ of staying in an old private house. To make sightseeing more enjoyable, we coordinate visits to Yamaga's sights of interest.
2 days
Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan
Private tour
From
$158
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3 Days Journey through the home and history of Shochu
This tour takes you around the nature-rich Kuma region to experience the bounty of the 700-year-old Sagara Clan. Visitors can deeply experience the charm of this region through a variety of activities, including a walk along the clear Kuma River, a cooking class using local ingredients, and an electric bicycle tour of the countryside. You will also have the opportunity to visit the world-famous Kuma shochu brewery, enjoy the spectacular view from the historic castle ruins, and experience kobujutsu (ancient martial arts). We also offer special programs to experience firsthand the 700-year history of the Sagara Clan. We hope you will find your own special experience on this trip that traces the nature, food, history, and the footsteps of the Sagara Clan in Kuma.
3 days
Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan
Private tour
From
$2,175
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Guided Tours of Old Town Streets in Yamaga City
A guide will take you through the streets of Yamaga, a town that prospered thanks to its 'rice' industry! The Kikuchi River basin in Kumamoto has long been a source of high-quality rice in Kyushu, and the rice harvested here was transported by boat. The Soumon area, where the Buzen street meets the Kikuchi River, still retains an atmospheric townscape, with a 190-year-old malted rice shop, miso warehouses, sake breweries from the Meiji era, hand-baked rice cracker shops and temples. Take a trip back in time as you walk through the town, which is full of emotion!
1 hour
Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan
Private tour
From
$25
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