Introducing Kumaso Cave (pronunciation: Kumaso-no-Ana) in Kirishima City.
This cave is said to have been inhabited by the ancient Kumaso people.
If you are interested in history, be sure to visit!
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Access to Kumaso Cave & Parking Information
Kumaso Cave is located about 15 minutes from Kagoshima Airport.
There is parking for about 10 cars near Kumaso Cave.
What Lies at the End of the Endless Stairs?!
Climb up a steep slope for about 100 meters.
While small children can run up easily, adults find it challenging due to their weight.
After rain, the path can be muddy, so please be careful not to slip.
Thinking about how the Kumaso people must have lived here and walked this slope daily, I imagine they were quite fit 💦
Finally, we arrive.
At first glance, it might seem like you can’t go further, but if you press the switch on the right side of the photo, the internal lights will turn on, allowing you to proceed. It’s thrilling!
The interior of Kumaso Cave features vivid art.
Although these are not paintings by the Kumaso people, the lighting creates a mystical atmosphere.
My husband lived in Australia and mentioned that Aboriginal people there also created similar vivid cave paintings.
In reality, there is a 300-tatami space further inside, but the entrance is blocked due to a landslide. What a pity!
Tourist Information for Kumaso Cave
Address
〒899-5113 Kagoshima Prefecture, Kirishima City, Hayato Town, Kareigawa 4381-1
Kumaso Cave Map
Myoken Onsen: Recommended Hotels Near Kumaso Cave
A nearby accommodation to Kumaso Cave. It’s only 15 minutes from Kagoshima Airport. You can relax surrounded by nature. The quality of the hot springs is superb, and I personally love it!
