Departing from Kumamoto | Mt. Aso Kusasenri & Minamiaso Railway & Takachiho Gorge (Optional Boat) Day Tour

Please note that the specific schedule of the day may change depending on the Minamiaso Railway train timetable~

🌋 【Mt. Aso Nakadake Crater & Mt. Aso Kusasenri】 (Approx. 80-90 minutes of free time, including lunch time, other admission fees are paid individually on-site)

☁️ Access to Mt. Aso may be restricted depending on local conditions!

“Now, Meet the Living, Breathing Volcano”
Mt. Aso, the symbol of Kumamoto, is one of the most active volcanoes in Japan.
The constantly rising smoke, the vast caldera terrain... the scenery unfolding before your eyes is like a scene from a movie.
It is a rare place where you can feel the rough breath of the volcano from the closest distance.

🌿 “Horses Roaming Freely on the Green Grassland”

Kusasenri, right next to it, is a place where the harmony of the vast grassland and the basin is beautiful.
On a clear day, you can see a peaceful scene where horses graze leisurely.
From spring to early winter, 🐎 horseback riding experiences are also available!(Optional) 
Staff will accompany you, so even beginners can enjoy it with peace of mind.

📌 Operating Hours: 09:00~16:00
📌 There are no regular holidays, and operations will be suspended in case of rain.

🚆 【Minamiaso Railway Train】  (Approx. 40 minutes)

Take the Minamiaso Railway from Tateno Station to Minamiaso Shirakawasugen Station, crossing the majestic mountains and quiet rural scenery of Aso. Enjoy the beautiful nature of the four seasons inside the slowly running train while admiring the majestic scenery of the Aso Five Peaks, green forests, and clear valleys. Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and meet the poetic, hidden charms of Minamiaso.

⚠️ Special Notice: The Minamiaso Railway is paid individually on-site, and the specific train type and operating hours will be determined according to the railway operating conditions of the day~

🎫 Ordinary Train: 550 JPY/person; Special Limited Sightseeing Train: 2,000 JPY/person (This item requires separate payment on-site, so please prepare cash in advance~)

（From December 1st to mid-March of the following year, the sightseeing train does not operate due to the winter suspension period, and only ordinary trains will operate）

💦 【Takachiho Gorge】 （Approx. 120 minutes）

Travel to the emerald gorge that looks like a scene from a movie! Formed by the volcanic eruption of Mt. Aso, this majestic gorge presents a mysterious scenery with columnar joint cliffs towering on both sides and clear valley water. In particular, the 17m-high Manai Falls is a beautiful representative spot of Takachiho Gorge.

🚣‍♀️ Boat Experience Selectable
If you want to enjoy Takachiho Gorge more closely and properly, we recommend the 「Boat Included」 package! Row the boat yourself into the emerald gorge, pass through towering columnar joint cliffs, and admire the majestic Manai Falls up close, enjoying a special experience different from walking tours.

⚠️ Takachiho Gorge boats are extremely popular, so the number of available boats is limited, and it is often difficult to purchase tickets on-site on the day of. If you wish to experience the boat, we highly recommend choosing the 「Boat Included」 package when booking to secure your seats in advance and avoid the disappointment of not being able to use it on-site!

Up to 3 people can board per boat, and you may share the boat with other passengers depending on the situation on the day.

🍁Takachiho Gorge Autumn Foliage Season ｜ Mid to Late November
Stroll along the gorge walking trail colored with autumn leaves or take a boat through the emerald valley to encounter the most romantic, seasonally limited scenic beauty of Takachiho Gorge, where red autumn leaves, majestic cliffs, and Manai Falls harmonize.

⛩️ Takachiho Shrine (Approx. 30 minutes)

Located in Takachiho-cho, Miyazaki Prefecture, Takachiho Shrine is a historic shrine boasting a history of over 1,900 years. The most famous 'Couple Cedar' in the precincts is about 800 years old, and it is said that if couples or lovers hold hands and walk around the tree three times, they can pray for marital harmony, fulfillment of love, and family happiness. For this reason, it is loved as a romantic spot to pray for connections and happiness.

Depending on the situation of the day, this attraction may be replaced by the Tateno Dam Observatory.

Go up to the Aso Tateno Dam Observatory and enjoy a panoramic view of the majestic Tateno Dam and the endless mountain ranges of Aso. The majestic valleys, green forests, and clear streams unfold like a painting, allowing you to fully enjoy the beautiful nature of Minamiaso in the open landscape. It is a great place to admire the majestic scenery of Minamiaso and a special place to take a moment of leisure during your trip and feel the nature of Kyushu.