What other travelers are saying about Ryugado Cave
This cave is over 175 million years old. It’s 4km long of which only 1 km is opened to the public. If you want, there’s an Adventure Course tour that involves both safety gear and a spelunking guide (reservation is required).
Make sure you wear sturdy shoes.
A few sections of the cave were a tight squeeze between the rocks. We saw some stalactites and certain exhibits had names posted. There’s a free app to install but
On the way up, there are shops selling souvenirs and drinks. There’s a resting area along with a small museum.
We even saw a few bats flying around towards the end of the walkway.
Truly an amazing cave, very tight and low but opens out to some awesome halls. Lots of stairs and winding sections have you guessing what's next. All well lit along the way, i spotted a crab in the wishing well section
Standard course took 20-30 minutes, it was fun to go through! Decent walk, lots of ducking, weaving and squeezing through narrow paths and up ladders. Towards the end there's a bunch of bats too!
Wow. Entrance fees with cruise ship discount was about $6 USD. Not strenuous but narrow and low at some points. Very well lit. There are two other more advance cave sections which will require overalls, rain boots and helmets if you dare.
I looooove the place. The cave is safe to explore. Enough lights and warnings. There are emergency phones in most corners. It was a little chilly inside so be safe and gear up. Big parking areas.
Yes, photography is allowed inside the cave. However, please be mindful not to use flash as it can damage the delicate formations.
There is no specific dress code, but we recommend wearing comfortable clothes and shoes with good grip as some cave parts may be slippery.
The Adventure Course is only open to those aged 12 and above and requires a reservation in advance.
Yes, English-guided tours are available for an additional fee of 500 yen per person. Reservations must be made in advance.
Food and drinks are not allowed outside the cave to protect the natural environment. However, a café and gift shop are near the entrance, where refreshments can be purchased.
