Takachiho Gorge (高千穂峡). Carved by the Gokase River, the highlight here is the 17m Minai-no-taki Waterfall. While there is a hiking path along the edge, it's best viewed by renting a boat (�1500/30 min for up to 3 people) and going for a paddle, since the current is gentle and easy to navigate.* �
Ama-no-Iwato Shrine (天岩戸神社). The cave where Amaterasu hid and the shrine protecting it. This being a Shinto site, the cave itself is much too holy to let mere mortals inside, but there's an observation deck across the river and pilgrims have stacked countless stones on the paths around the shrine. �
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