Mount Aso and Takachiho Classic Day Tour

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8 to 10 hours (approximately)

Experience Kyushu's three most famous natural wonders in one day—get up close and personal with the Aso crater, stroll through the vast Kusasenri grasslands, and explore the Takachiho Gorge on a boat trip through basalt cliffs and waterfalls (with optional boat tour).

Daily departures from Hakata Station, with groups of four departing daily. English-speaking guides accompany you, with dedicated shuttle service throughout the trip. Complimentary limited-edition Mount Aso milk. Experience Kyushu's geological wonders and mythical scenery.

Highlight itinerary with ample stops at the volcano and canyon. Enjoy optional boat tours (refunds if service is suspended due to water levels). During peak season, if the volcano is closed, a visit to Kamishiro-mi Kumanoza Shrine will be offered instead to ensure a complete itinerary.

What's Included

Round-trip transport from LAWSON Hakata
Multilingual guide (English/Japanese/Chinese)
Lunch
Takachiho Gorge Boat Ticket

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Hakata Station Chikushi Exit (Lawson convenience store)

End point
This activity ends in a different location. You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 to 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    The central crater of Mount Aso is an active volcano located in Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan, renowned for its active fumaroles and spectacular scenery, serving as the heart of the Aso volcanic complex. Visitors can observe the majestic eruptions up close, the exposed volcanic rock formations, and the crater lake tinged emerald green by volcanic gases. However, volcanic activity may impact access, so it is essential to confirm the latest information in advance and adhere to mountain access restrictions when volcanic gas levels exceed safe thresholds or volcanic activity becomes frequent.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Kusasenri Beach (Kusasenri-ga-hama) or Kusasenri (Kusasenri) is a grassland area covering 785,000 square meters located in Aso City and Minamiaso Village, Aso District, Kumamoto Prefecture. It is also one of Aso's most representative tourist destinations. In March 2013, it was designated as a National Scenic Spot and Natural Monument (Yonezuka and Kusasenri-ga-hama), with a designated area of 1,258,508 square meters.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Takachiho Gorge is a V-shaped gorge located in Miyazaki Prefecture, formed by the erosion of pyroclastic flows ejected by the volcanic activity of Mount Aso by the Gokase River. It has been designated as a national scenic spot and natural monument. Its striking feature is the majestic landscape of columnar jointed cliffs, approximately 80 to 100 meters high, stretching for about 7 kilometers. Among these, the “Mana-i Waterfall,” selected as one of Japan's Hundred Famous Waterfalls, serves as a symbol of the area. Visitors can enjoy the thrilling view of the waterfall up close from a rental boat or admire the fresh greenery and autumn foliage from the walking paths. The gorge is also known as a mystical place associated with mythology.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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