All Reviews of Amaterasu Railway

Takachiho Railway Bridge (高千穂鉄橋): The biggest highlight of the trip. As the open-air train with no roof overlooks the panoramic valley and mountain scenery, dreamy bubbles suddenly appear. Projections and music in the illuminated tunnel make this place different from anywhere else. Send a postcard to bring the beautiful scenery home, and look forward to being a traveler again: “Take part in life, enjoy life.”

It’s only 30 minutes, but you can take in Takachiho’s most beautiful valley scenery. It’s one of the most worthwhile experiences when visiting Takachiho.

Along the way, you’ll also pass through a tunnel where the staff turn on colorful lights. Together with the lighthearted commentary and interaction, it makes the whole trip much more fun instead of just looking at the scenery.

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When the weather is nice, every photo turns out great. The scenery along the way is lovely, and when you pass through the tunnel, there’s even a little LED light show on the ceiling.

The classic stop in the middle of the high railway bridge goes without saying. Looking down over the gorge is spectacular, and the staff even blow bubbles so everyone can take photos. It feels totally dreamy!

Since it’s designed to let passengers enjoy the views better, it’s completely open-air with no roof. The direct sun can be a bit hot, so be sure to bring sun protection. But honestly, if you’re lucky enough to see this amazing scenery in good weather, a little sun along the way is totally worth it.

Such a nice bonus to this trip. It wasn’t just a simple ride on the open-air train—they also included a visit to the Takachiho Railway Museum.

There were lots of old photos and railway exhibits on site. It had a really nostalgic feel, and you could tell how much care the locals put into preserving the culture.