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Takachiho – 11 hotels and places to stay

Hotels located in the centre of Takachiho

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 84 reviews

Located just a 5-minute drive from famous Takachiho-kyo Gorge, Imakuni Ryokan offers Japanese-style accommodation surrounded by tranquil nature. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

What guests said about Takachiho:

10

We arrived in Takachiho after a morning at Mt Aso.

We arrived in Takachiho after a morning at Mt Aso. When we arrived, we visited the gorge and did the walk from the free car park. Our boat ride was first thing the following morning but as we’d been the day before, we’d taken lots of photos and got the lay of the land. It made our morning very efficient as we were able to get on the road straight after our boat ride!
Guest review by
Zoe
Australia
10

I loved Takachiho!

I loved Takachiho! It was such a quaint and local Japanese town. The surrounding mountains were beautiful and even accentuated by the downpour of rain I had on the first day. Visiting the gorge was a bucket list item and I was pleasantly surprised when I found the Amanoiwato Shrine to visit the following day.
Guest review by
sellars
10

We first visited Takachiho 14 years ago during March and...

We first visited Takachiho 14 years ago during March and decided to go back during a different season in October .The town has grown in size with a plush hotel and a local supermarket and getting around ismuch more easier . The only thing we would change would probably be the fun we had with the language barrier on our first visit . The Gorge is the main stay to the trip and we had the same reaction as last time that it blew us away again
Guest review by
Wayne
United Kingdom
8.0

Takachiho is about 1 hrs. 20 minutes drive from Kumamoto...

Takachiho is about 1 hrs. 20 minutes drive from Kumamoto Airport and is easy to reach in a rental car. The scenery en route is amazing! The Gorge is stunning but not very long. The rowing boat trip is relatively expensive, ¥5100 for 30 minutes for a max of 3 people, but it is great fun with wonderful photo opportunities! You can walk some of the way along the river but part of the path is still damaged. There are several nice shrines in the area, one of which does nightly Kagura dance performances (1 hour for ¥1000). We stayed 2 nights in a lovely Ryokan at the end of our holiday and it was a great way to finiour trip to Japan.
Guest review by
Lucy
Ireland
10

A hiker's dream. Lots of trails, stairs, nature, waterfalls.

A hiker's dream. Lots of trails, stairs, nature, waterfalls. The rice terraces' views are amazing. Farm animals. My kids and I loved it all. The boating on the Gorge was a great fun experience!
Guest review by
Anonymous
United States
10

Takachiho is an absolutely beautiful place!

Takachiho is an absolutely beautiful place! The gorge was one of the most incredible places I have ever been in my life and I will definitely be returning one day with my family. I cannot recommend this place enough. The locals were so friendly! Literally everyone I spoke to was so kind and helpful, when I panicked and got myself lost they were so wonderful. Even kids walking home from school said hi as they passed me! The only catch is that if you’re flying into Kumamoto Airport, there is only one bus that will take you to Takachiho and it’s over two hours to travel and only comes twice a day. You have to be very organised because if you miss that bus, it’s not easy to get there if you aren’t renting a car. While you’re in the area, you should also check out Iwato Shrine and the Amaterasu Railway. The railway is a great way to get a better view of the valley from above -so long as you have a head for heights! Overall, I would say seeing Takachiho is a must if you’re visiting Japan!
Guest review by
Tash
Japan

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 679 reviews
The location next to the shrine is very good but can be hard to reach without a car. Only a few hundred meters away is a small supermarket to buy some food but it's not open late in the night. By car the Takachiho Gorge can be reached in as little as 15 to 20 minutes. Late check-in was possible because the route 7 towards the hotel from the north was closed due to a landslide. Be careful when planning you trip (at least until 2024)
Guest review by
Justus
Germany
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 403 reviews
Basic tatami room in a guesthouse in Takachiho. The location is convenient with the bus station within 2 minutes' walk, though restaurants, cafes and sights are further. The facilities are clean and suitable for a short stay.
Guest review by
Jeremy
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 586 reviews
Free Tea, Coffee and water in the lobby but also the locations is very convenient to visit Takachiho Gorge and Takachiho-jinja. Everything was clean and quiet during the night.
Guest review by
Sarah
Germany
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,650 reviews
Perfect location. Amazing service and staff. Super helpful. Comfortable bed and spacious room for a standard double. Highly recommended. Lovely hotel!
Guest review by
Andrea
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 84 reviews
The hotel is old and very basic. Nothing fancy. Just needed a place to spend the night and move out the next morning.
Guest review by
Esther
Singapore