Japan’s Most Famous Gorge vs. Its Secret River Cave

Takachiho Gorge was hands down one of the things I was most excited to see in Japan - and it completely lived up to the hype! In this video, I take you along as I row right beneath the towering volcanic basalt cliffs and the famous Manai Falls, followed by exploring the mystical stone cairns at the nearby river shrine cave (Amano Yasukawara). Booking a rental boat here can be tricky, the reservation site is primarily in Japanese, tickets sell out instantly, and walk-up waits can stretch past 5 hours. I’ll share tips on how to secure your slot, navigate the gorge, and experience both sides of this incredible corner of Miyazaki Prefecture. Timestamps: 00:00 - Securing the Boat & Arriving at Takachiho Gorge 01:13 - Rowing Under Manai Falls 04:29 - Takachiho Booking Tips & Gorge Walk 07:48 - Exploring the Gorge Pathways 10:50 - The Hidden River Shrine (Amano Yasukawara Stone Cairns) Have you visited Takachiho Gorge or is it on your Japan bucket list? Let me know in the comments below! Site to reserve a boat https://eipro.jp/takachiho1/terms/vie...