Mt. Aso

Mount Aso is an active volcano in the center of Kyushu which most recently erupted in 2016 but has since calmed down again, a 1592 meter peak in Aso Kuju National Park in Kumamoto Prefecture on the southern Japanese island of Kyushu. Aso's ancient caldera ranks among the world's largest, with a diameter of up to 25 kilometers and a circumference of over 100 kilometers.

Daikanbo

A natural observation point from where you can see the Five Mountains of Aso and the Kuju Mountains of Oita Prefecture. The seasons of fresh greenery and the Nehanzo which floats over the sea of clouds makes for the perfect view.

Kusasenri

Kusasenri Plateau is one of the iconic scenes of Kumamoto,also one of the perfect location if you want to see the smoke rising from Mt.Aso. As the season changes, the grass turns from a deep green of the summer to a romantic silver in the winter, with each season having its own distinct color.

Aso Shrine

Although its origins are uncertain, Aso Shrine (阿蘇神社, Aso Jinja) is believed to date back almost two thousand years to the end of the Yayoi Period (300 BC to 300 AD). It was considered the most important shrine in Higo Province, present day Kumamoto Prefecture.

Mt. Aso Nakadake Crater

Gaze down into the massive crater of Mt. Aso, which has seen repeated volcanic eruptions over the years. The great clouds of steam wafting from the emerald-green pool of hot water is a sight to behold. Feel the power of Mother Nature like no place else!

Aso Volcano Museum

Located at Kusasenri, Mount Aso's vast green plateau, the Aso Volcano Museum is a 3 storey concrete building with views of the smoking crater of Nakadake. It is a museum that explains volcanoes.

Aso Cuddly Dominion

Cuddly Dominion is a unique animal world, where people can experience cute animals by touching and holding them. It is located amongst the great nature of Aso and has 100 kinds of cute and rare animals, over 800 animals in total.

Mt. Aso Ropeway

its only active volcanic peak, Nakadake,From the last stop of the bus line, you can ride the Mount Aso Ropeway, a four-minute, 108 meter climb. It is world's first ropeway running close to the active volcanic crater and you can enjoy the close-up view of an active volcano from the car

Aso Farm Land

This one-of-a-kind nature theme park is located 550 meters high in the beautiful landscape of Aso, within the Aso Kuju National Park. With the concepts of 'Healthy Life', it is a good place for family with kids and people would wanna experience the natural beauty.

Asobo no Sato Kugino Roadside Station

Roadside service area with a dog park, play areas for kids, hot food & views of volcanic Mount Aso.

Chojabaru Visitor Center

Located at the Kokonoe trailhead, the Chojabaru Visitor Center has displays and materials introducing the nature and culture of the Aso-Kuju National Park Kuju region.