The Yusui Tunnel in Takamori was once created to connect the rail lines of Takamori (south of Mt Aso) and Takachiho, in nearby Miyazaki prefecture. The line was never extended but the tunnel doesn't exactly stand idle. In winter, the tunnel displays decorated Christmas trees along its 150 meter length. The illumination culminates with the fascinating "Water Pearl", a sound and light display where the water droplets appear to dance and defy gravity.
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Yusui Tunnel Park Christmas Lights
Holiday illumination under the earth
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Victoria Vlisides
8 years ago
Hi Mandy ~ any info regarding this for this season? :)
Justin Velgus
10 years ago
This is a fun place I had the chance to visit on my brief trip to Kumamoto two summers ago. The tunnel is great to escape the heat! I heard the line to extend the tunnel was foiled because of the high level of ground water in the area. This explains the constant stream flowing through the center of the tunnel. A water deity is said to live at the end of the tunnel...or perhaps beyond in the mountain.
You're right on all counts, Justin. And there is a small shrine dedicated to a water god at the end of the tunnel, just beyond the water pearl demonstration.
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