Time zone
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Currency
Japanese Yen
1USD = 158.19JPY
Official languages
Japanese
Top things to do in Aso County
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Kyushu: Mount Aso, Kusasenri & Takachiho Gorge Day Tour (Optional Takachiho Boat Ride Experience)
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US$ 44.25
Kyushu Takachiho One-Day Tour | Takachiho Gorge Boat Ride・Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine/Takachiho Mini-Train・Mount Aso・Kusasenri (Departing from Kumamoto)
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(2.7K) • 10K+ booked
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Mount Aso Crater, Kusasenri, Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine, Kurokawa Onsen (Departing from Fukuoka/Kumamoto)
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(3.7K) • 20K+ booked
US$ 44.25
Kumamoto Prefecture Takachiho Gorge and Mount Aso Guided Day Tour
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(988) • 6K+ booked
US$ 50.89
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Miyazaki & Kumamoto Day Trip: Takachiho Gorge (optional lunch/boating experience) & Mount Aso & Kusasenri (departing from Fukuoka)
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(533) • 9K+ booked
US$ 31.65
Kyushu Miyazaki Mythical Secret Realm: Takachiho Gorge (optional boating)・Amanoiwato Shrine・Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine (includes Japanese sweets & shuttle bus)
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(947) • 10K+ booked
US$ 44.29
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Kyushu: Mount Aso Crater, Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine & Takachiho Gorge Day Tour (Departing from Fukuoka)
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(442) • 7K+ booked
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Aso Natural Scenery | Minami Aso Railway, Mount Aso (including shuttle bus), Kusasenri, Kumamoto Castle/Kurokawa Onsen Day Trip (Round trip from Fukuoka)
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(2.0K) • 30K+ booked
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Departing from Kyushu Kumamoto | Aso Kusasenri & Minami Aso Railway & Takachiho Gorge Day Trip (Boat Ride Optional)
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(261) • 3K+ booked
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Kyushu Mount Aso Takachiho One-Day Tour | Takachiho Gorge + Kusasenri + Mount Aso/Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine | Departing from Fukuoka
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(342) • 2K+ booked
US$ 47.19
Mount Aso and Kurokawa Onsen One-Day Tour in Kumamoto Prefecture
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(394) • 3K+ booked
US$ 44.29
One-Day Kyushu Miyazaki Tour | Takachiho Gorge & Kamishikimi Kumanoimasu Shrine or Upgrade to Boat Ride & Mount Aso | Departs from Fukuoka
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(235) • 3K+ booked
US$ 50.89
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Reviews of Aso County activities
hei *************
2026-09-15 05:55:48
semi open onsen was very nice and clean, with great food quality for buffet breakfast and dinner (chose the inclusive package). Peaceful and friendly stay.
Annette *******
2026-06-22 10:14:20
This is a one-of-a-kind experience. The location was great, not too busy, with nature sorrounding you... it was very relaxing. The room is huge, the bed is very comfy. The staff are very attentive and nice, and they even helped me in preparing the cake I ordered for my husband's birthday! We also especially liked the dining experience, and the food served were all delicious!!! I'd give it more than 5 stars!!! Love it!
Chuan ********
2026-08-11 07:57:02
Clean and has an attached toilet. But need to bathe at the nearby public Onsen. Public as in meant for guest k ly.
Bella **********
2026-10-15 08:52:50
I felt so lucky to have Kevin as our tour guide. I went there with a big family. My parents walk slowly during the tour, and Kevin assisted us very well! The Takachicho Gorge itself was very amazing. It took us some time to get to the boarding area of the board, but we saw a very beautiful scene along the way.
Cara *
2026-10-12 11:31:19
Really enjoyed this day trip to Takachiho Gorge and Mount Aso! 😊
Our tour guide, Li Hong, was wonderful! She was cheerful, friendly and shared lots of interesting stories throughout the journey, making the long drives enjoyable. She also took very good care of everyone and made sure we were comfortable throughout the trip.
Highly recommend this tour as getting around these attractions on your own can be quite troublesome, as they involve a lot of driving mountainous and windy roads. Having everything arranged made the experience so much more relaxing.
We also ended our trip with a delicious Akaushi beef meal at Kusasenri, which was a lovely bonus! 🥩
Overall, a very enjoyable and well-organised experience. Would definitely recommend!
Klook客路用户
2026-10-15 11:28:23
We arrived early at the Kumamoto Station Shinkansen West Exit to meet up. Our tour guide, Sun Peng, came over to gather the group. Since we were carrying luggage and planning to leave the tour in Kurokawa, the guide proactively asked if we had already arranged our hotel pick-up and drop-off. Although we could have arranged it ourselves, he went ahead and did it for us. Since Kurokawa has multiple parking lots, as a tourist, it would have been difficult to clearly communicate the exact pick-up spot with the hotel. Thumbs up for the guide's thoughtfulness! It was a gorgeous sunny day, and every scenic spot made for great photos. As a tourist, the experience was fantastic. Guide Sun also helped take photos for everyone, kept the commentary along the way witty and humorous, took meticulous care of us, and reminded us in advance of important points to keep in mind during the sightseeing. This trip is a great one-day tour option, much more convenient than planning and executing it yourself, and I highly recommend it!
Klook-Nutzer
2026-09-20 09:44:17
one of the best tours I have ever been to! the tour goes to all of the must see spots in Miyazaki! the Gorge was absolutely beautiful! i also really loved the Aso Grass land. it was very foggy which created a ghibli vibe right out of the Howls Moving Castle movie. our guide was absolutely amazing! she pointed us to all of the best spots and photo opportunities. the tour ended with the opportunity to try horse meat at an absolutely delicious shop- and local secret.
W *****
2026-09-18 07:59:12
I did the tour to see Takachiho Gorge and Aso Kusasenri, and I had a fantastic time. The tour was incredibly well-organized. Our guide, Sun, was knowledgeable and professional; he gave us great context about the area and guided us exceptionally well throughout the day. The gorge was beautiful, and the boat experience was so much fun. I also added the lunch package at the last minute and was really glad I did, because the food was delicious. We even got to see horses at Kusasenri, which was very cool. Overall, I highly recommend this tour!
華 **
2026-10-08 16:06:33
We spotted tour guide Nana's flag first thing in the morning. She was sweet and extremely dedicated, and she didn't waste any time talking when it was time for us to rest and catch up on sleep! Her Mandarin and English were both fluent, so there were zero communication barriers. Since I easily get motion sick, I had added a note requesting a front-seat before joining the tour, and they saved a seat for me. The scenery along the entire way was truly gorgeous, and everywhere we went had a wonderful, comfortable energy. Because we joined the Takachiho Gorge boating activity, our schedule required precise timing. As soon as we arrived at Takachiho Gorge, Nana gave instructions on the meeting time and place for those not boating, and then rushed forward with the nine of us who were participating in the boating activity! It turns out that boating time is limited, and failing to return within the designated time results in extra fees charged by the boat rental shop! The boats are not the easiest to steer, but it is a lot of fun. I highly recommend trying it out if you aren't traveling with very young children or elderly family members—since you're already there, you might as well! I highly recommend this tour and am very grateful to our guide, Nana, for giving us such a wonderful day! By the way, the mango shaved ice has very poor value for the money, so skip it! The soft-serve ice cream should be worth a try, though!
Aso County at a glance
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A quick look at Aso County and what to expect
Aso County’s top bookings are led by tours, with theme-park visits and a small number of spa or massage experiences also appearing among popular choices. Demand swings through the year — bookings are highest in November and drop to their lowest in February — so the rhythm of the year alternates quiet months with a pronounced late-autumn peak.
When to visit: crowds and prices across the year
Klook booking data shows November is the busiest month, while February sees the lightest demand. Prices drift through the year: they’re typically lowest in August and reach Klook’s priciest month in January, with roughly a one-third gap between the cheapest and priciest months on past bookings. If you want lower prices and smaller crowds, aim for August or other off-peak months; if you prefer the peak-season atmosphere, plan for November. Note that demand and price don’t move in perfect sync here — November is busiest but January is typically the most expensive.
Tips for travellers from the United States
Most travellers from the United States book about four days ahead on average, so Aso County is suitable for relatively flexible planning without long lead times. For travel in November — the busiest month — consider booking earlier within that typical window or up to the earlier-booking range if you need specific tours. Use Klook to lock in popular tours and tickets a few days in advance to secure your preferred dates.
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