Kumamoto Aso Day Trip: Enjoy 4 Major Attractions Group Tour

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[Experience Aso to the Fullest] In one day, take in the magnificent scenery of one of the world's largest calderas and feel the excitement and stimulation it brings! Departing from Kumamoto City, we will first head to Aso's iconic spot, "Daikanbo," where you can enjoy a panoramic view of the magnificent Aso Gogaku (Five Peaks of Aso). Afterwards, stroll through the historic "Aso Shrine" and savor local delicacies. In the afternoon, visit the majestic "Mt. Naka Caldera," followed by the serene and vast "Kusasenri-ga-hama." This one-day bus tour encapsulates the essence of Aso. The entire tour is equipped with Chinese translation, allowing you to fully enjoy your Aso trip without worrying about language barriers.

[Attraction: Daikanbo] Enjoy a panoramic view of the magnificent scenery formed by one of the world's largest calderas. The Aso Gogaku (Aso Mountain Range), which resembles a reclining Buddha, is a must-see spot!

[Attraction: Strolling around Aso Shrine's Monzen-machi]

Aso Shrine's tower gate faces this street. "Monzen-machi Shopping Street" along the approach is lined with restaurants, sake shops, and souvenir shops, attracting many tourists. There are also many springs called "Suiki" (drinking fountains) scattered around the area, and the "Suiki Pilgrimage," where you can stroll around while searching for these water sources, is very popular.

[Attraction: Visiting Mt. Naka Caldera]

It is one of the largest calderas in the world, measuring 18 km from east to west and 25 km from north to south. Among the five mountains of Aso (Neko-dake, Taka-dake, Naka-dake, Eboshi-dake, and Kishima-dake), Mt. Naka remains active. In the huge caldera with a circumference of 4 km, you can see intense white smoke rising up close, creating a dynamic view. If you cannot visit the crater due to volcanic gas regulations, the time spent at Kusasenri will be extended.

[Attraction: Kusasenri-ga-hama] One of Aso's most iconic tourist destinations, a grassland of approximately 1 km. The magnificent scenery is created by Mt. Eboshi in the background and the ponds formed by rainwater. Lush green in summer, fantastically white in winter, and colorful in all seasons. You can enjoy a horseback ride around the grassland, which is very popular with tourists.