Why Choose Us?
Private Tour
Choose your destinations freely, finalize the route after booking
Charter from 1 Hour
Book in 30-minute increments
Great for Groups & Luggage
Large vehicles seating up to 9 available
Price
| Charter Duration | 8.5 hours | 9.5 hours |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ¥61,500 | ¥68,500 |
Plan Details
What's Included
- A one-way private transfer via Yamaga and Kikuchi, Kumamoto Station to Kurokawa Onsen
- Highway tolls, parking fees, and service charges included
- Transfer by minivan or large wagon (up to 9 passengers)
What's Not Included
- Specific vehicle selection fee (available as an optional add-on)
- Admission tickets to facilities or sightseeing spots
- Tour guide
- Other personal expenses
Sample Itinerary
*This is a fully chartered private tour. Departure time, waypoints, and time spent at photo spots can be freely arranged on the day based on your preferences. The itinerary below is only a sample.
| Time | Content |
|---|---|
| 8:30 | Kumamoto Station (pickup) |
| 8:45 | Kumamoto Castle (approx. 1 hr 15 min; admission not included) |
| 10:45 | Sakura-yu, Yamaga Onsen (bath, approx. 45 min; bathing fee not included) |
| 11:30 | Yachiyo-za & Yume Kogura (approx. 45 min; admission not included, closed to visitors on performance days) |
| 12:15 | Lunch in Yamaga (approx. 1 hour) |
| 14:15 | Kikuchi Gorge (walk, approx. 1 hour; conservation fee not included) |
| 15:50 | Daikanbo lookout via the Milk Road (approx. 40 min stop) |
| 16:30 | Drive to Kurokawa Onsen |
| 17:00 | Kurokawa Onsen (drop-off) |
Plan Description
Start at Kumamoto Castle, then travel through the hot spring and theater town of Yamaga and the clear streams of Kikuchi Gorge before crossing to Aso and Kurokawa Onsen. In Yamaga, take a dip at the Sakura-yu public bath and tour Yachiyo-za, a Meiji-era wooden theater. In the afternoon, walk along Kikuchi Gorge and drive the Milk Road to the Daikanbo lookout over the Aso caldera. Public transport between Kumamoto, Yamaga, Kikuchi and Aso involves many changes; a private car links them in one smooth route with your luggage on board.
About Booking
After making a provisional booking, a confirmation notice will be sent to you within 3 days.
For last-minute bookings, we will notify you of vehicle availability within a few hours.
*Availability may be limited for last-minute bookings, so we highly recommend booking well in advance.
Pick-up & Drop-off Points
Kumamoto Station → Kumamoto Castle → Sakura-yu → Yachiyo-za → Kikuchi Gorge → Milk Road → Daikanbo → Kurokawa Onsen (one way) Pickup at Kumamoto city hotels or Kumamoto Airport, drop-off at your inn and changes to stops can be arranged.
Important Notes / Cancellation Policy
- If you are not at the pick-up location after your scheduled departure time, your booking will be automatically canceled.
- Delays may occur due to traffic conditions. Please allow plenty of time when making your reservation.
- If you wish to change the time or location, please cancel your current reservation and book again.
Cancellation Policy
Once the booking is confirmed, cancellation fees will apply under the following conditions:
- Up to 3 days before the departure date: Free
- 1 to 2 days before the departure date: 30% of the total fare
- On the departure date up to the scheduled time: 50% of the total fare
- After the scheduled departure time: 100% of the total fare
Q. Is anything not included in the price?
Facility admission, bathing and conservation fees, meals and accommodation are not included and are paid on site. Parking fees, expressway tolls, fuel and tax are all included in the tour price.
Q. Can we always visit Yachiyo-za?
Yachiyo-za cannot be toured on days with performances or events. On those days we will take you to the neighboring Yume Kogura museum or for a walk along the old Buzen Kaido street instead.
Q. Can we book a car for the return trip the next day?
Yes. We also offer a one-way plan from Kurokawa Onsen back to Kumamoto Station via Nabegataki Falls and Mt. Aso. The outbound and return trips are booked separately.
