Three months ago there was a major earthquake which hit Kumamoto. Takachiho Gorge is in Kumamoto prefecture. I was scheduled to arrive some 2 weeks later but had to postpone trip till now coz many roads were damaged.

Currently some part of this gorge is still closed. The boat rowing below also closed as water is too high I was told. Still, it's been a place I had wanted to see for many years and am happy to finally made it and hence marked the completion of my tour of all the 47 prefectures of Japan! Hurray!!!

Without the boats and people in the water, it is a little difficult to appreciate how big the gorge is! May be next time!

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Fairfield By Marriott Kumamoto Aso

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly and helpful staff. Rooms were decent sized with some basic amenities. Property amenities were basic too but suited our short stay needs. No complaints! "

Solest Takachiho Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We loved this hotel. We stayed in the premium room on the ground floor and it was spacious and beautiful with a terrace. The kagura performance is a short walk away and highly recommended to book in advance. Hotel provides cushion for you to use while watching the performance. The Cambodian waiter at the hotel during dinner was very polite and friendly. The lady who checked us in was also very helpful she Even offered to go to our room to help us turn on the YouTube channel for our child was we could not figure out the remote buttons in Japanese. Parking onsite is easy and plenty. Short drive to the gorge. Do book dinner in advance as it’s not possible to add on during check in. We would love to come back soon. "