Mount Aso, Takawara, Aso, Kumamoto 869-2223, JapanMap
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Must go attraction at Kumamoto. Please take the helicopter to see Mount Aso from the top to the bottom, once in a lifetimes experience! I went on my own so I had to pay double, if not it was only around 70usd which was definitely worth it
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Mount Aso Highlights: Must-See Features and Attractions
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Mount Aso is a famous active volcano in Kumamoto Prefecture, Kyushu, with a diameter of more than 25 kilometers and the largest caldera in the world today. The five mountains of Aso stand in the crater, namely, Mount Neko, Mount Takayama, Mount Zhongyue, Mount Wugao, and Mount Kitsima. Among them, Mount Zhongshan still has frequent volcanic activities, and the scenery is very spectacular. There are walking trails around the Nakadake crater of Mount Aso, and when you reach the viewing platform of Nakadake crater, you will be greeted by a scene of white smoke. There is also an observatory nearby where you can take in the magnificent views of Kussenri, Mt.
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Mount Aso Reviews: Insider Insights and Visitor Experiences
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Must go attraction at Kumamoto. Please take the helicopter to see Mount Aso from the top to the bottom, once in a lifetimes experience! I went on my own so I had to pay double, if not it was only around 70usd which was definitely worth it
Mount Aso went back and forth in January last year, it was very cold. But there is not much snow. The way to the mountain There is a view of snow mountain along the way and brown grasslands. The atmosphere is good, both the way all the way to the mountains, not many people. It can also go to the crater, but you have to see the weather every day. If you have a chance to go to Kumamoto, you must visit it. 10/10
Asu volcano is located behind Kumamoto, in the middle of Kyushu, an active volcano, Japan has a vast number of active volcanoes, the bottom plate of the Japanese islands must not be flat. Asu has five craters, of which Zhongyue has long-term activities, volcanic cone grass does not live, the side is relatively quiet, the fertile soil of ash grows vegetation to decorate several volcanoes well.
you have to pay 800 yen to drive up to the top. just a big hole with some gas coming out. pretty cool
In spring, Asu Mountain is full of mango grass, the scenery is beautiful, it is a must-see place in Kyushu, and the hot spring hotel is first-class.
ASO volcano is beautiful, exciting, the atmosphere is very good.