Mount Aso One-Day Tour in Kyushu: Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine, Kusasenri, Kurokawa Onsen (Departing from Fukuoka, includes Mount Aso shuttle bus, minimum 1 person to form a group)
- From Hakata, spend a day immersed in the nature and hot springs of Kumamoto Aso. The itinerary includes Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine, Aso Volcano Kusasenri, and the tranquil Kurokawa Onsen nestled in the mountains. The route is relaxed and unhurried, allowing you to slowly experience the charm of Aso throughout the day.
- [Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine]: Walk through the stone lantern approach and feel the serene atmosphere at the foot of Mount Aso.
- [Aso Volcano Kusasenri]: Get a close-up view of the spectacular active volcano and vast grassland scenery. On clear days, you can see white smoke rising from the crater in the distance.
- [Kurokawa Onsen]: Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot springs of this town surrounded by mountains, experiencing the leisurely atmosphere of a Japanese rural onsen.
- In one day, from the tranquility of the shrine, the grandeur of the volcano, to the gentleness of the hot springs, fully experience the nature and culture of Aso. This is a rich yet leisurely Kyushu mountain scenic route.
What to expect
From Hakata, spend a day immersing yourself in the nature and hot springs of Kumamoto Aso. The itinerary includes Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine, Aso Volcano Kusasenri, and the tranquil Kurokawa Onsen nestled in the mountains. The route is relaxed and unhurried, allowing you to slowly experience the charm of Aso throughout the day.
Gather at Hakata Station in the morning and first visit the [Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine], surrounded by moss and cedar trees. Walk along the stone lantern approach and feel the serene atmosphere at the foot of Mount Aso. At noon, head to [Aso Volcano Kusasenri] to admire the spectacular active volcano and vast grasslands up close. On clear days, you can see the white smoke rising from the crater in the distance. In the afternoon, arrive at [Kurokawa Onsen] to soak in the hot springs and relax in the mountain-enclosed town, experiencing the leisurely atmosphere of a Japanese rural hot spring.
In one day, from the tranquility of the shrine, the majesty of the volcano, to the gentleness of the hot springs, you will fully experience the nature and culture of Aso. This is a rich yet relaxed Kyushu mountain scenic route. Effective immediately, if the Aso crater is closed, an additional visit to Senbazuru Shika Park / Shiroyama Observatory (choose one) will be arranged by the guide based on the day’s conditions. ⚠️ Travel Notice August 8–16 is Japan’s Obon holiday peak travel period. Traffic congestion, large crowds, early attraction closures, or itinerary adjustments may occur. Please avoid booking dinner, flights, or Shinkansen on the same day, and bring a portable charger/power bank. Thank you for your understanding!
Aug 8–16 is Japan’s Obon holiday peak travel period. Traffic congestion, large crowds, early attraction closures, or itinerary adjustments may occur. Please avoid booking dinner, flights, or Shinkansen on the same day, and bring a portable charger/power bank. Thank you for your understanding!





Reviews
First of all, crater at Aso is CLOSED until further notice since Jan 20. It’s already March 25 - 2 months after and it is STILL closed. They should have cancelled this activity. This is the highlight of the trip so we were so dissapointed. We wouldn’t book this activity if we knew. The weather didn’t help at all since it was rainy & foggy all day. Second, the driver is going above the speed limit (114kph)and changes lane all the time. He keeps on tailgaiting and almost hit a car! He is an accident waiting to happen especially it was raining! This is a tourist bus and he should be more careful. Our guide Daisy however is really polite & friendly. She did make it better. Plus the timing of each activity is enough if you want to see it all in 1 day.
Our tour guide, Yang Meng, was very attentive and responsible. Besides introducing the scenic spots, she also recommended other famous restaurants and attractions to us 👍👍. The itinerary was also well-arranged and had a high-cost performance. Highly recommended!
Despite being in a large group and facing some roadblocks, Kevin kept the logistics well-organized.
We were looking for a way to get to Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine and Kurokawa Onsen without renting a car and found this tour.
A concise trip around the Mt. Aso area. Best bang for your buck if you are a little tight on time!!!
Thank you to our tour guide, Daisy Wu, for her meticulous care throughout the day. Her professional and detailed explanations of each attraction made today's itinerary rich and enjoyable. It was truly a great value choice! 👍
We enjoyed our tour with Kevin. He's such a great host and very bubbly.
Nice guide Mr. Kevin Yeung,
Good to know
- If the ground freezes in winter and the bus cannot enter Kurokawa Onsen, Kurokawa Onsen will be changed to Shirakawa Suigen. Please be sure not to book dinner, as you will not be able to catch a plane or Shinkansen on the day. Notification before departure • Please ensure that the communication APP you have reserved can contact you during your trip to Japan. We will contact you one day in advance. We will send the vehicle information and tour guide information for the next day’s trip to your email before 20:00 one day before departure. Please pay attention to check it (may be in the spam box). In order to ensure a smooth trip, please be sure to contact the tour guide or driver in time. Thank you. • If the number of participants does not reach the minimum number of participants, you will be notified of the cancellation by email one day before departure. In the event of extreme weather such as typhoons or heavy snow, we will confirm whether to cancel before 18:00 local time one day before departure and notify you by email. Seats and vehicles • The itinerary is a group tour, and seat allocation follows the principle of first come, first served. If you have special needs, please make a note. We will try our best to arrange it, but the final arrangement shall prevail on site. • The type of vehicle used depends on the number of people, and the type of vehicle cannot be specified. When there are few people, a driver may be arranged as an accompanying person, and the explanation will be brief. • If you need to bring luggage, you must inform us in advance. If you bring luggage without permission, the tour guide has the right to refuse to board the bus and the fee will not be refunded. Eating and drinking are prohibited in the car, and if damage is caused, compensation will be required according to local standards. Itinerary adjustments and safety • Japanese law stipulates that operating vehicles must not be driven for more than 10 hours per day, and overtime will incur additional fees (5,000–10,000 yen/hour, etc.). • The itinerary is for reference only, and the actual traffic, stay and tour time may be adjusted due to weather, traffic jams, facility maintenance, etc. The tour guide can reasonably replace or reduce attractions depending on the actual situation. • If facilities such as cable cars and tour boats are suspended due to weather or force majeure, you will visit other attractions or adjust your stay time. • If you are late, change the meeting place temporarily, or leave the group halfway due to personal reasons, the fee will not be refunded. You will be responsible for any accidents and additional expenses incurred after leaving the group. Seasons and Landscapes • Seasonal limited activities such as flower viewing, autumn foliage viewing, snow scenes, and fireworks displays are greatly affected by the climate, and the flowering period and autumn foliage peak may be advanced or delayed. Even if the expected landscape is not reached, the itinerary will still depart normally and no refunds will be given.
Other notes • Please arrive at the meeting point on time. We will not wait for those who are late and you cannot join the group midway. • It is recommended to wear light clothing and shoes. Please bring warm clothing for winter or mountain trips.
* The itinerary does not include personal travel and accident insurance. It is recommended to purchase your own insurance. Outdoor activities and high-risk sports have certain risks. Please sign up carefully according to your health conditions.
* After the itinerary starts, if it is forced to be terminated due to natural disasters or force majeure, the fee will not be refunded, and tourists will have to bear the return or additional accommodation costs themselves.
* During peak travel periods such as Japanese Red Days and weekends, there are often severe traffic jams or attractions closing early. It is recommended not to book flights, Shinkansen, or dinner for the same evening, and to bring your own light snacks and power banks.
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