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Reigando Cave

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Reigando Cave

霊巌洞

Kumamoto · Kyushu

The approach to Reigando passes stone statues, bamboo, and forest before reaching the cave linked to Musashi. The walk is more atmospheric than the headline itself.

Why it's hidden

It is outside central Kumamoto and attracts mainly history-focused visitors.

Best season
Year-round
Crowd level
Hidden gem
Rating
4.5· 223 reviews
Opening hours
Daily 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Admission
adult, HS 200, under-JHS 100
Nearest station
Iwato Kannon-guchi (岩戸観音入口) bus stop · 20 min walk

Today

8:00–17:00

Stored weekly hours

Daily 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

How to get there

From Hakata Station · ~1h 41m by car

Tags

historycavetemplewalking

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