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Mount Aso Crater, Kusasenri, Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine, Kurokawa Onsen (Departing from Fukuoka/Kumamoto)
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Mount Aso Crater, Kusasenri, Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine, Kurokawa Onsen (Departing from Fukuoka/Kumamoto)

9.5 hours
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In case of unforeseen events or extreme weather, the operator reserves the right to cancel the tour. If this happens, you have the option to reschedule or request a full refund Refunds or amendments can't be issued if: Participants arrive late or don't arrive at all The activity will be cancelled if there is not a minimum of 4 participants. If this happens, you'll get a rescheduled time or refund To find out more about the cancellation policy, contact platform customer support
  • Admission to: Free Aso Volcano shuttle
  • English / Chinese-speaking guide
  • Round-trip transfers to and from the meet up location
  • Parking fees
  • Fuel fees

Not included: Admission to Kurokawa Onsen;; Meals and beverages; Other personal expenses; Tips and gratuities; Insurance

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Overview

A day trip to Kyushu for healing, exploring Kumamoto's stunning volcanic secrets! 📍Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine Start your beautiful day at [Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine]. The shrine is serene and mysterious, with giant ancient trees and moss-covered stone steps that seem to transport you through time. The light and shadow in the forest make for amazing photos! 📍Mount Aso Nakadake Crater Take a bus to [Mount Aso Nakadake Crater]. This is one of the world's largest active volcanoes! Standing on the edge of the crater, watching the steaming smoke rise, and feeling the pulse of the earth is truly breathtaking! We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and bringing a jacket as the mountain winds can be strong. ⚠️If Mount Aso crater is closed recently, the itinerary will be flexibly adjusted. Thank you for your understanding. 📍Kusasenri After descending from the volcano, you'll arrive at the most healing place – [Kusasenri]. This is a vast green grassland where cows and horses graze leisurely, like a scene from a postcard. Whether it's a horseback riding experience or a leisurely stroll and photo session, it's an excellent choice! On a clear day, the blue sky and green grass complement each other, making it hard to leave. 📍Kurokawa Onsen In the evening, come to [Kurokawa Onsen] for a hot spring bath to end a perfect day. There are many open-air hot springs here, each hidden in nature. Soaking in the steaming hot water, gazing at the starry sky, will wash away all your fatigue. You can also try the "Onsen Hopping Pass" to visit several hot springs in one day – it's great value and fun! The attractions vary depending on the route, so please refer to the itinerary description.

Highlights

Check in at the most beautiful shrine in Kyushu—Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine, the prototype from the movie "Hotarubi no Mori e," one of the must-visit shrines in this lifetime.
The most worthwhile visit is Mount Aso in Kumamoto, still smoking, an active volcano where you can experience the Earth's breathing up close.
Kusasenri, a verdant green like a Windows desktop in summer, turns golden in autumn, and becomes a pure white snowfield in winter, forming a spectacular view with the smoking crater.
Kurokawa Onsen offers a variety of unique hot springs, including cave hot springs, standing baths, barrel baths, river view hot springs, bamboo forest hot springs, and open-air giant rock hot springs.
You can carry your luggage and leave the group at Kurokawa Onsen or Kumamoto Castle, which is super convenient.

What's included

Admission to: Free Aso Volcano shuttle
English / Chinese-speaking guide
Round-trip transfers to and from the meet up location
Parking fees
Fuel fees

What's not included

Admission to Kurokawa Onsen;
Meals and beverages
Other personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Insurance

Cancellation policy

  • Free cancellation with 24 hours' notice.

Additional info

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If the ground freezes in winter and the bus cannot enter Kurokawa Onsen, Kurokawa Onsen will be replaced with Shirakawa Spring Water. Please do not book dinner, as you will not be able to catch a flight or Shinkansen on the same day. Pre-trip Notification Please ensure that the communication app you provided can be used to contact you during your trip to Japan. We will contact you one day in advance. We will send vehicle and guide information for the next day's trip to your email before 8 PM on the day before departure. Please check your email (it may be in your spam folder). To ensure a smooth trip, please contact your guide or driver promptly. Thank you. If the number of participants does not meet the minimum group size, you will be notified of cancellation by email one day before departure. In case of extreme weather such as typhoons or blizzards, cancellation will be confirmed by 6:00 PM local time one day before departure and notified by email. Seating and Vehicles The itinerary is a shared tour, and seat allocation follows a first-come, first-served principle. If you have special requests, please note them, and we will do our best to arrange them, but the final arrangement will be based on the actual situation on site. The vehicle model will be arranged according to the number of participants and cannot be specified. For smaller groups, a driver who also serves as an attendant may be arranged, and the commentary will be more concise. If you need to bring luggage, please inform us in advance. If you bring luggage without prior notice, the guide has the right to refuse boarding, and no refund will be given. Eating and drinking are prohibited in the vehicle. If any damage or stains are caused, compensation will be required according to local standards. Itinerary Adjustments and Safety Japanese law stipulates that commercial vehicles cannot be driven for more than 10 hours per day. Overtime will incur additional charges (ranging from 5,000 to 10,000 JPY per hour). The itinerary is for reference only. Actual traffic, stopovers, and sightseeing times may be adjusted due to weather, traffic jams, facility maintenance, and other circumstances. The guide may reasonably change or reduce attractions based on the actual situation. If ropeways, cruise ships, or other facilities are suspended due to weather or force majeure, the itinerary will be changed to other attractions or the stopover time will be adjusted. No refunds will be given for late arrivals, temporary changes to meeting points, or leaving the group midway due to personal reasons. Any accidents or additional expenses incurred after leaving the group must be borne by the individual. Season and Scenery Seasonal activities such as flower viewing, autumn foliage viewing, snow scenery, and fireworks festivals are greatly affected by climate. The blooming period and peak autumn foliage may be earlier or later. Even if the expected scenery is not met, the tour will still proceed as scheduled, and no refunds will be given. Other Notes Please arrive at the meeting point on time. No waiting for latecomers, and no joining midway. It is recommended to wear light clothing and shoes. For winter or mountain itineraries, please bring warm clothing. The itinerary does not include personal travel or accident insurance. It is recommended to purchase your own insurance. Outdoor activities and high-risk sports carry certain risks. Travelers are advised to register cautiously based on their health conditions. After the trip begins, if it is forced to be interrupted due to natural disasters or force majeure, no refund will be given, and travelers will be responsible for their return journey or additional accommodation expenses. During Japanese public holidays and peak travel times on 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 light meals and a power bank.
Departure: Meet the operator at 07:40. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes in advance. Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded. Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time [Attraction/experience] 10:00, 45 min(s), Self-guided, Kamishikimi Kumanoimasu Shrine, Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine is one of the many well-known power spots in the Aso region of Kumamoto Prefecture, and it is also the setting for the film "Hotarubi no Mori e" (Into the Forest of Fireflies' Light). [Attraction/experience] 12:00, 1 hour(s) 30 min(s), Self-guided, Mount Aso, Kusasenri, Mount Aso, located in Kumamoto Prefecture, is one of the world's largest active volcanoes, and the Nakadake crater is still emitting gas. Recently, Mount Aso was closed due to a helicopter accident. You can view the magnificent scenery of the volcano from the Volcano Plaza. In case of heavy rain or fog, the itinerary will be changed to Chihayatsuru Deer Park. If the volcano reopens, we will continue to visit the volcano. Thank you. Some attractions might need to be skipped because of capacity or weather conditions [Attraction/experience] 14:30, 1 hour(s) 30 min(s), Self-guided, Kurokawa Onsen, In the "100 Best Japanese Hot Springs" announced by Kanko Keizai News in 2008, Kurokawa Onsen ranked first in the "Atmosphere" category. [In case of snowy or icy weather, for safety reasons, Kurokawa Onsen will be replaced with Shirakawa Suigen. We appreciate your understanding.] Guests staying at Kurokawa Onsen are kindly requested to inform us in advance. [Return] 18:00, at Lawson Fukuoka Oriental Hotel Lawson Fukuoka Oriental Hotel, The actual arrival time at the meeting point is subject to the road conditions on the day. Day {num}
Free for children aged 0-2 as long as they will not occupy separate seats
【If the crater is closed due to force majeure, the Aso Mountain shuttle bus fee will not be refunded or changed】Effective immediately, if the Aso crater is not open, additional experience time will be arranged at Chibane Tsuru Deer Park/Tsukimawari Park, as arranged by the guide on the day. Thank you for your understanding. Prohibitions & Limitations Please dress accordingly depending on the day's weather conditions Vehicle & luggage info The operator has the right to refuse a reservation if the group size or luggage exceeds the capacity of the reserved vehicle. In this case, no refunds will be issued
The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)

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