[2024 Aso District Attraction] Travel Guide for Kusasenri Observatory (Updated Nov)
Planetariums
Observation Decks
Address:
1662-9 Nagakusa, Aso, Kumamoto 869-2231, Japan
Opening times:
Open year round, 24/7Open
Recommended sightseeing time:
1-1.5 hours
Phone:
+81 967-22-3111
Kusasenri Observatory, Mount Aso, Japan
Location: Kusasenri Observatory, Mount Aso, Kumamoto, Japan
Highlights: Stunning volcanic views, everything covered in volcanic ash. You can smell volcanic gases in the air. An amazing experience! The scenery is so beautiful that it cannot be compared to anywhere else in Japan. Highly recommended if you visit Japan and have enough time to visit here, especially if you have the chance to see other places in Japan.
Coordinates: 1662-9 Nagakusa, Aso, Kumamoto 869-2231, Japan
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Riding horse and visit active volcano in Kumamoto!
Mount Aso⛰️
One of the world's largest active volcanoes, located in Kumamoto, Japan. Its vast caldera and steaming Nakadake crater create a dramatic, otherworldly landscape, perfect for exploration and witnessing nature's raw power. You can try riding horse here!
Location📍
32.8985064, 131.0874754
How to Go🚅
From Kumamoto Station, take JR Hohi Line to Aso Station. Then, take a bus to Aso Sanjyo Terminal Stop (To visit the volcano and take a carter) or to Kisasenri Volcano Museum (To see grassland, ride a horse, and museum)
**Aso Boy! Train is available only weekend and holidays. Have to check on the website.**
Price💴
Bus: 1-Day Pass Adult JPY 1,500 Children JPY 750
Carter: Adult JPY 600 Children JPY 300 (One Way)
P.S. If you have a JR pass, the train ticket is included. (Including Aso Boy!) I recommend to book your seat in advance.
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