Active Kumamoto and Mount Aso Day Tour from Fukuoka Return by Aso Train
$98.53
Per Person
What To Expect
Overview
- Kumamoto Castle, one of the four famous castles in Japan
- Aso Nakadake Crater, which has the world's largest - scale lava
- Enjoy the idyllic scenery and atmosphere, and the magnificent landscape of Kusasenri
- Professional local "experienced drivers" provide reliable and considerate services and have a detailed understanding of the local customs in Japan
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Itinerary
Fukuoka - Kumamoto Castle -Aso Nakadake Crater - Aso Kusasenri - michinoeki ASO- Take the Aso Boy - Return
08:30 LAWSON Oriental Hotel Fukuoka Store 4-23 Hakataekichuogai, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0012, Japan
Aso Volcano Museum
Aso Bochu Onsen Yume Hot Spring
Aso Boy
Aso Nakadake Crater
Aso Kusasenri
Aso Volcano Museum
Aso Bochu Onsen Yume Hot Spring
Aso Boy
Aso Nakadake Crater
Aso Kusasenri
Aso Volcano Museum
08:30 Fukuoka
Let's embark on today's beautiful journey.
10:30 Kumamoto
Kumamoto Castle (about 110 minutes, free time, entrance fee is 800 yen, at your own expense).
Kumamoto Castle is one of the "Three Famous Castles in Japan. It was built by Kato Kiyomasa, the first lord of the Kumamoto Domain and a renowned castle builder, over a period of seven years starting in 1601. After the Kato family was demoted, it became the residence of the Hosokawa family.
The more you climb, the more you want to retrace your steps. There are many places worth visiting, such as the special stone walls known as "Musha-gaeshi" and the magnificent Honmaru Goten. It is the emblem of Kumamoto City. The cherry blossoms in spring are also beautiful and attract many flower lovers.
After being seriously damaged by the 2016 Kumamoto earthquake, the Tenshukaku was finally restored in the spring of 2021. Standing on a slightly elevated hill in the center of Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Castle, which has a history of over 400 years, is worth a visit. Don't forget to visit the famous Kumamoto Castle in Kumamoto and the Sakuranobaba Josaien nearby. Josaien is a tourist area planned with the concept of a castle town. There is a historical and cultural experience facility "Yuyuzuka" and a food and commercial facility "Sakuranokoji", which is a good place to try Kumamoto cuisine and buy souvenirs.
Kumamon Office (Japanese name: くまモンスクエア. Go by yourself. It takes 30 minutes to walk back and forth. Please pay attention to the time allocation)
"Kumamon" was born in March 2011 with the opening of the Kyushu Shinkansen. Kumamon is the Minister of Sales and Happiness of Kumamoto Prefecture, who is active both at home and abroad. Kumamon's office is a hub for promoting Kumamoto Prefecture's tourism and product information. From the Kumamon sales minister's office to the limited-edition peripheral products in the office, and even the coffee shop dishes made with local ingredients in Kumamoto Prefecture, it is fun, easy to buy and delicious. When the minister is present, he will also give a delightful performance on stage.
13:40 Kumamoto
Aso Nakadake Crater (about 15 - 20 minutes, free time, additional entrance fees are at your own expense).
If the crater is under control, the itinerary will be adjusted based on the actual situation on the spot.
Aso Nakadake Crater is located in the northeast of Kumamoto Prefecture, Kyushu. It is a well-known active volcano in Japan and boasts a unique caldera terrain in the world. It is also one of the few places where you can see an active volcano up close. You can overlook the crater from a short distance and observe the continuous white smoke, allowing you to experience the incredible power and magnificent beauty of nature during your journey.
Kusasenrigahama (about 90 - 100 minutes, free time, including lunch time at your own expense)
Kusasenrigahama is a large grassland located at the northern foot of Eboshidake. There is a pool formed by rainwater in the middle of the grassland and cattle and horses are grazing on it. You can see a variety of scenery throughout the year. In this vast grassland of 20,000 hectares, taking a leisurely walk on the green grassland, watching free cattle and sheep, and breathing the fresh air in the mountains can make you feel relaxed and refreshed, and give you the illusion of being in a fairyland.
Aso Volcano Museum (entrance fee is 1,100 yen, at your own expense)
Facing the vast Kusasenri, the Aso Volcano Museum focuses on "Aso Volcano" and displays the topography, geology, animals, and plants of Aso. It preserves a wealth of fascinating materials related to the history of Aso Volcano. You can not only experience the formation process of Aso Volcano through a three-dimensional model, but also see valuable information about other volcanoes in Japan and the world. The museum's latest camera system also provides a live video of Nakadake Crater.
You can have a horseback riding experience in Kusasenri for your own expenses (a 5-minute ride for 1,500 yen for A, a 20-minute ride for 4,000 yen for B, and a 25-minute ride for 5,000 yen for C)
Are you interested in experiencing horseback riding in the breathtaking scenery of Aso? With the help of experienced staff, even children and those who have never ridden a horse can ride confidently. Feel the comfortable cool breeze with the gentle horse and enjoy a natural stroll. Kusasenri is a superior location. You can experience the joy of horseback riding on the green grasslands, feeling the precision of nature, and overlook the volcanic smoke rising from a single column.
Activity Name: Single Horseback Riding Double Horseback Riding (These prices are for reference only. Please refer to the on-site price for details.)
Plan A About 5 minutes ￥1,500 - ￥2,500 （yen）
Plan B About 20 minutes ￥4,000 - ￥6,000 （yen）
Plan C About 25 minutes ￥5,000 - ￥8,000 （yen）
Double horseback riding is only available for children in lower grades of primary school. Business hours: 9:00 - 16:00. Operation period: from early March to early December.
There are no designated days off during the operating period. Closed on rainy days.
Aso Volcano Helicopter Tour - Feel the Earth's Breath (at your own cost)
The guest's behavior is independent. If an accident occurs, it has no relation to our company.
There is no tour guide accompanying. You need to go to the boarding queue by yourself. You may need to share a seat with other guests.
Based on the current situation on the spot, the bus may take guests to the boarding point. You need to go to the bus parking lot by yourself to meet the team.
Take a helicopter to visit the active volcano Aso's crater from the air! Take a helicopter tour and experience the breathtaking view of the inside of the active volcano crater and the outer rim of the world's largest caldera. You can see the breathtaking view from the helicopter's window. The smoke and dust from the volcano is shocking. In different seasons, you can also see the blooming Rhododendron kiusianum, the scene of slash-and-burn farming, the green grassland, and the snowy scenery.
Tour time: About 3 to 7 minutes. (These prices are for reference only. Please refer to the on-site price for details.)
Price: Nakadake Crater Tour: Adults 6,000 yen; Children 5,000 yen.
Nakadake Crater and Kusasenri Itinerary: Adults pay 12,000 yen; children pay 11,000 yen.
16:00 Kumamoto
Get off at michinoeki ASO (without a tour guide).
Aso Volcano has one of the largest calderas and magnificent outer rims in the world. Here, you can admire the magnificent Aso Five Peaks. There are various Aso specialties that can only be purchased here, such as seasonal vegetables, fruits, meat, dairy products, desserts, and handmade bento. As part of the collaboration between Kumamoto Prefecture and the popular manga "One Piece" created by local cartoonist Eiichiro Oda, the statue of Usopp of the Straw Hat Pirates is displayed in Aso Station Square.
Aso Bochu Onsen Yume Hot Spring (At Your Own Expense) https://www.aso.ne.jp/~yumenoyu/index.html
Natural hot springs are readily available. The hot springs are made of hinoki cypress, which is produced in the prefecture. The brown water is the hot spring.
The spring temperature of Aso Bochu Onsen Yume Hot Spring is 53 degrees Celsius and the water flow rate is 260 liters per minute. You can experience a "family bath," "foot bath," "open-air bath," and "sauna" here. This hot spring has effects on neuralgia, muscle pain, joint pain, frozen shoulders, sports paralysis, joint stiffness, bruises, sprains, chronic digestive diseases, hemorrhoids, cold intolerance, convalescence after illness, fatigue recovery, and health promotion.
People with acute illnesses, such as fever, active tuberculosis, malignant tumors, severe heart diseases, respiratory failure, renal failure, hemorrhagic diseases, severe anemia, pregnancy (especially in the early and late stages) and other diseases that are in progress, are usually not allowed to bathe.
Business hours: Public bath: 10:00 - 22:00 (Rest days: The public bath is closed on the first and third Mondays of each month. If Monday is a national holiday, it will be closed on the second day of the holiday).
Bathing fees: Public bath 400 yen, Family bath: 1,500 yen per room per hour, Foot bath: Free if you use this facility.
17:14 Return
Take the Aso Boy back to Kumamoto Station (without a tour guide).
The interior design of the Aso Boy train places great emphasis on children's experiences. There are as many as 101 mascots "Kuro" on the train, which accompany children throughout the journey. Additionally, the train has many child-friendly features, such as healthy food and safety soft bags. The train's seats are designed in a "one large and one small" pattern , allowing for 360-degree rotation. The children's seats are beautifully designed with special footrests and backrests. To meet the needs of children, there are also facilities such as a wooden ball pool, a mini tea room and a library on the train.
Mascot Kuro
JR Kyushu's mascot is Kuro. After meeting the Aso Boy train, it became the virtual station master of the train. Kuro not only creates a child-friendly atmosphere, but also serves as an ambassador to convey friendly ideas, interacting closely with children, adults, and even other IP partners. Kuro can be seen on the train, from the body, interior to souvenirs, adding a lot of fun to children's journeys.
- Meals not included
- Hotel not included
- Arrive at Kumamoto Station at 18:27. The journey ends.
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Things to Know
- Warning: People with the following respiratory diseases (asthma patients, bronchial disease patients, heart disease patients) are not suitable for this tour. They are prohibited from entering Aso Volcano at any time. The toxic gas of the volcano may cause the disease to break out and may even lead to death in severe cases.
- The above itinerary time may be adjusted according to weather, road conditions and other reasons. Please understand.
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$98.53Child
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Pick Up/Drop Off Information
Pick Up
| Location | Time | Address |
| LAWSON Oriental Hotel Fukuoka Store Please arrive 10 minutes prior to the scheduled time. | 08:30 | 4-23 Hakataekichuogai, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0012, Japan |
Drop Off
| Location | Time | Address |
| Kumamoto Station | 18:27 | 3 Chome-15-1 Kasuga, Nishi Ward, Kumamoto, 860-0047, Japan |
Things to Know
Included/Exclude
- Includes Aso Boy train tickets
- Vehicle service fees listed in the itinerary
- Vehicle fuel costs, tolls, and highway tolls
- Vehicle service time: within 10 hours (Japanese law)
- Driver service fee (exquisite small group of 1-13 people; bus group of 14-45 people, actual will be adjusted according to the number of people in the group on that day)
- Reference model:5-8Car: ToyotaAlphardor equivalent;9-14Car: ToyotaHAICEor equivalent;18-22Vehicle: minibus;twenty twoCars and above: large buses. The above vehicles are for reference only. The actual number will be adjusted according to the number of people traveling on the day.
- Children under 3 years old are free of charge without occupying a seat. Please inform us in advance when registering; children over 3 years old are treated as adults.
- [Kumamoto Castle] (Approximately 110 minutes, with free time for activities): The admission fee needs to be paid by yourself. The ticket price is 800 Japanese yen.
- [Aso Volcano Museum]: The admission fee is at your own expense. The ticket price is 1,100 Japanese yen.
- [Kusasenri Horseback Riding Experience]: The cost is to be borne by yourself. Route A takes about 5 minutes and costs 1,500 Japanese yen. Route B takes about 20 minutes and costs 4,000 Japanese yen. Route C takes about 25 minutes and costs 5,000 Japanese yen.
- [Aso Mountain Helicopter]: The cost needs to be paid by yourself. Route A - Tour of Nakadake Crater: 6,000 Japanese yen for adults; 5,000 Japanese yen for children. Route B - Tour of Nakadake Crater and Kusasenri: 12,000 Japanese yen for adults; 11,000 Japanese yen for children.
- [Aso Bochu Onsen Yume Hot Spring]: The cost is to be borne by yourself. The large public bath costs 400 Japanese yen; the family bath costs 1,500 Japanese yen per room per hour; the foot bath is free if you make use of the facilities here.
- Accommodation expenses, meals, local self-funded projects and other personal consumption expenses
- One-day Tour, it is not recommended to carry luggage, if you need to carry luggage, please register clearly when you book your order. 1 luggage is allowed per person. An extra 100 yuan per piece will be charged if you failed to make a note when booking your order or if it turns out more than 1 piece of luggage per guest.
- Other items not mentioned in the above [fee included]
Booking and Confirmation Process
- Due to high demand, inventory is mostly synchronous but sometimes not. Our consultant will check real time availability onsite and confirm seats.
- You will receive your booking information instantly via email. In the event that you do not receive an email from us, please check your spam folder or notify us via email.
How To Use
- WARNING:This tour is not suitable for people with the following respiratory diseases (asthmatics - people with bronchial diseases - people with heart problems) and it is forbidden to enter the Aso volcano at any time, the toxic gases from the volcano may cause an attack, which can be serious and may lead to death.
- The night before the tour, you will receive a departure reminder email in your mailbox, which contains the vehicle registration number, the contact information of the guide and the pick up time. Guides do not initiate contact with guests.Please wait for the bus at the specified location according to the meeting time in the email.
- One-day trip itinerary, it is not recommended to carry luggage, if you need to carry luggage, please register clearly when you book your order. 1 luggage is allowed per person. An extra 100 yuan per piece will be charged if you failed to make a note when booking your order or if it turns out more than 1 piece of luggage per guest.
- Once confirmed, the date cannot be changed, late or no-show will be non-refundable.
- Be sure to provide complete information (name + number of people + phone number + WeChat ID + pick-up location) when making a reservation to avoid errors that may affect the itinerary.
- During the trip, please carry your passport and valuables with you and keep them safe. If there is any loss, theft, damage, etc., you will be responsible for it yourself.
- Elderly people, patients with cardiovascular diseases such as hypertension, heart disease, and pregnant women are advised to be accompanied by relatives.
- This trip does not accept solo registration from customers under the age of 18. If you want to register, please ask your guardian to sign up for this trip together.
- This itinerary is a fixed itinerary for carpooling. Customers who are also participating in this itinerary must abide by the stay time at each attraction and follow the driver's arrangements. If you want to flexibly adjust your itinerary, please refer to our chartered tour service.
- Please note that if you fail to participate or cancel the trip due to personal problems, lateness, etc., no fees will be refunded.
- If a person leaves the group on his own during the trip, the transaction will be deemed invalid and no fees will be refunded. And if this results in personal or property safety, you must bear the consequences yourself.
- The arrival time of each trip may change due to traffic conditions, weather, festivals, and crowds on the day. If the trip is delayed or canceled due to the aforementioned or other force majeure factors, please forgive me and you will not be able to request a refund.
- Please wear light, suitable travel clothing and shoes to participate in this trip.
- Please be sure to abide by local laws and regulations in Japan, and do not carry items prohibited by Japanese law to avoid violating the law and affecting your own rights and interests.
- When moving freely, you should pay attention to your own personal and property safety. If you fail to listen to advice and an accident occurs or causes losses, you will be responsible for the consequences.
- Traffic jams may occur on weekends and red days, so if you are worried about traffic jams, you can avoid joining the tour on weekends or red days.
- Infants aged 0-2 years old without occupying seats are free of charge; please inform the number of infants in advance when placing an order. If you do not specify the number of children under 3 years old without seats in advance, resulting in insufficient space in the car or overcrowding, the driver and guide have the right to refuse to get on the car, and the fee will not be refunded.
Terms & Conditions
What is the cancellation policy?
Non-refundable reservations cannot be cancelled or modified once submitted.
What if you miss the appointed time or departure date?
Once the booking is confirmed, an absence or failure to show up on the scheduled date or time is a no-show. No refunds or reschedules will be issued for no-shows and late arrivals
Other important information
- Seniors aged 70 years and above (inclusive) must ensure that they are in good health and suitable to travel, and must be accompanied by family members or friends over the age of 22 throughout the trip.
- Minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by at least one adult passenger throughout the trip.
- The elderly need a health certificate. To check the health certificate, please fill it out and submit it to the registration office before traveling (electronic version is available).
- Pregnant women, heart disease, fear of heights and other special people should not participate in this tour, there is a risk of being rejected, please book carefully.
- This product can be booked by non-mainland guests and is available in Chinese, English and Japanese.
- The night before the tour, you will receive a departure reminder email in your mailbox, which contains the vehicle registration number, the contact information of the guide and the pick up time. Guides do not initiate contact with guests.Please wait for the bus at the specified location according to the meeting time in the email.
- Due to the unpredictability of traffic conditions, weather, festivals or crowds on the day, the arrival time of each itinerary may change. According to Japanese law, the maximum working time for drivers is 10 hours. In order to ensure the safety of the driver and the stability of driving, the itinerary may be adjusted according to actual conditions, including reducing the time spent visiting attractions or canceling certain attractions. We sincerely hope that all passengers can understand and support the adjustments we have made while ensuring safety.
- Seniors aged 70 years and above (inclusive) must ensure that they are in good health and suitable to travel, and must be accompanied by family members or friends over the age of 22 throughout the trip.
- The elderly need a health certificate. To check the health certificate, please fill it out and submit it to the registration office before traveling (electronic version is available).
- Minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by at least one adult passenger throughout the trip.
- Pregnant women, people with heart disease, fear of heights and other special groups are not suitable to participate in this tour. There is a risk of being rejected. Please book with caution.
- In the event of the aforementioned or other force majeure factors, we deeply regret any inconvenience this may cause you. Please understand our position, we will not be able to provide refund services for this reason. This decision was made out of responsibility for the safety of drivers and passengers, and to ensure the smooth running of the entire team.
- We are always committed to providing you with the best travel experience, but in some cases we need to be flexible and adjust our itinerary plans based on actual conditions. Thank you for your understanding and support. Other force majeure factors may include but are not limited to: Natural disasters: Natural disasters such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, floods, typhoons, etc. may affect the itinerary. Traffic Accidents: Road traffic accidents, traffic jams, etc. may cause travel delays. Weather conditions: Severe weather conditions, such as heavy snow, heavy rain, fog, etc., may affect transportation and itinerary arrangements. Government regulations: Emergency regulations, traffic controls, etc. issued by the government may cause changes to the itinerary. Health Emergencies: Sudden health problems of travelers or team members may require first aid and emergency treatment, resulting in changes to the itinerary. Social events: Strikes, protests, social unrest, etc. may have unpredictable impacts on transportation and itineraries. Mechanical Failure: Mechanical failure of a vehicle, such as a vehicle, may cause travel delays.
- When moving freely, you should pay attention to your own personal and property safety. If you fail to listen to advice and an accident occurs or causes losses, you will be responsible for the consequences.
- During the trip, please carry your passport and valuables with you and keep them safe. If there is any loss, theft, damage, etc., you will be responsible for it yourself.
- Please note that if you fail to participate or cancel the trip due to personal problems, lateness, etc., no fees will be refunded.
- Please be sure to abide by local laws and regulations in Japan, and do not carry items prohibited by Japanese law to avoid violating the law and affecting your own rights and interests.
- Infants aged 0-2 years old without occupying seats are free of charge; please inform the number of infants in advance when placing an order. If you do not specify the number of children under 3 years old without seats in advance, resulting in insufficient space in the car or overcrowding, the driver and guide have the right to refuse to get on the car, and the fee will not be refunded.
- Please wear light, suitable travel clothing and shoes to participate in this trip.
- Please note that if you fail to participate or cancel the trip due to personal problems, lateness, etc., no fees will be refunded.
