Ryuhoku Ancient Tomb Course
- 4km
- 90min
A Place with Ties to the Ancient Clans of Kumamoto
The ancient tombs of Nozuko consist of four keyhole-shaped tombs, one of which, the Onoiwaya tomb, is supposedly one of the largest in Japan. This course lets you enjoy the ancient culture and history of the rolling hills to the east of Hikawa. You can also look out over the Yatsushiro Plain from the site of Sasao Castle.
Fun Points
1. Walk from Hikawa Walking Center
2. Jizo statues mark the way to the peak
3. Site of Sasao Castle (restroom available)
4. Onoiwaya tomb and Takazuka decorated tomb
5. Can sometimes see Mt. Unzen
6. Enjoy the surrounding mountain landscape
2. Jizo statues mark the way to the peak
3. Site of Sasao Castle (restroom available)
4. Onoiwaya tomb and Takazuka decorated tomb
5. Can sometimes see Mt. Unzen
6. Enjoy the surrounding mountain landscape
Start point
Hikawamachi Walking Center
Ono 897, Hikawacho, Yatsushirogun
Access
| Car | 3 min from Kyushu Expwy Uki-Hikawa Smart IC |
|---|---|
| Bus | 20 min from Ogawa Station (Sanko Bus) |
Course map
Yes (free)
Contact Us
| Name | Hikawamachi Commerce and Tourism Department |
|---|---|
| Address | Miyaharaeikyu 69-1, Hikawacho, Yatsushirogun |
| Tel | 0965-62-2315 |
| kouhou@town.kumamoto-hikawa.lg.jp |
