Aso

Kumamoto Prefecture

A volcanic crater with a turquoise pool and steam rising from the crater's center.
A winding road through a lush green valley with a lake and a mountain in the background.
A bridge over a valley with a mountain in the background and smoke rising from the mountain.
A red post box with Japanese characters and the word "POST" on it, located near a tree and a road.
A forested area with a waterfall and a stream flowing through moss-covered rocks.

Popular cities in Aso

A traditional Japanese village with wooden houses and a flowing river.
Minamioguni
Known for Hot springs, Relaxing and Culture
Relaxing Minamioguni is calling! Discover its hot springs, culture, food, and more.

Reasons to visit

  • Yamakawa Onsen
  • Kurokawa Onsen
A mountain range with snow-capped peaks, cherry blossoms in the foreground, and a clear blue sky.
Minamiaso
Known for Nature, Theaters and Historical
Get away to Minamiaso! Enjoy the natural setting, theater, and museums.

Reasons to visit

  • Mount Nakadake
  • Kusasenrigahama
A waterfall surrounded by autumn foliage, with houses in the background.
Oguni
Known for Spas, Nature and Monuments
Get away to Oguni! Enjoy the spas, natural setting, and museums.

Reasons to visit

  • Harazuru Onsen
  • Chikugokawa Onsen
A large crater with a greenish lake surrounded by green hills.
Takamori
Known for Volcano, Hot springs and Hiking
Trip time! Discover the volcanoes, hot springs, and opera in Takamori.
A close-up of pink cherry blossoms.
Nishihara
Known for Mountains
Escape to Nishihara! Enjoy its mountain views.
Ubuyama
Ubuyama
Known for Natural parks
Ubuyama awaits: its parks and more!

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