Aso-Kuju National Park

About

Endless grasslands, wild horses, and trails that disappear into the clouds

Why go

• You won’t see landscapes like this anywhere else in japan
• The scale of the caldera, the open grasslands, and the constant movement of the landscape make it feel alive
• Nature shows its full force and beauty at the same time

Must try

• Drive through vast grasslands and dramatic volcanic landscapes
• Hike across the five peaks of mount aso
• Explore dramatic volcanic landscapes
• Kusasenrigahama

Pro tips

• Take a wild helicopter ride over the active volcano
• Day trip or side quest from kumamoto

Good to know

• Area around the craters tends to get extremely crowded
• Helicopters remain extremely intrusive

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Rating

4.5 / 5 (1613 reviews)

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