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From Fukuoka: Southern Aso Railway, Mount Aso Volcano, Kumamoto Castle and Grasslands Tour

Name: From Fukuoka: Southern Aso Railway, Mount Aso Volcano, Kumamoto Castle and Grasslands Tour
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Hakata Station Departure

Duration: 10 hours

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A 10-hour small-group day tour from Fukuoka to Mount Aso and Kusasenri—with optional Kumamoto highlights.

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Hakata Station Departure

Duration: 10 hours

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A 10-hour small-group day tour from Fukuoka to Mount Aso and Kusasenri—with optional Kumamoto highlights.

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Highlights

Experience Kyushu's volcanic landscapes and historic culture on a full-day journey from Fukuoka to the Mount Aso and Kumamoto region. Travel through mountain scenery to the vast Aso caldera, explore the sweeping Kusasenri grasslands, and discover one of Japan's most famous active volcanic areas. An optional ride on the Southern Aso Railway adds a scenic journey through valleys, farmland, forests, and clear streams beneath the Aso Five Peaks.

When safety conditions allow, look into Nakadake Crater and see steam rising from the volcanic landscape, then enjoy fresh mountain air among the open meadows of Kusasenri. Continue to Kumamoto Castle, known for its imposing Musha-gaeshi stone walls, and explore the nearby Sakura-no-baba Johsaien and Sakuranokoji area for local food, souvenirs, and castle-town atmosphere. With air-conditioned transport and a multilingual guide, the tour combines Kyushu's natural scenery, history, and countryside in one day.

Mount Aso Caldera: Experience one of the world's largest volcanic calderas and, when safety conditions permit, look into Nakadake Crater and see steam rising from the active volcano.
Kusasenri Grasslands: Stroll across broad mountain meadows, breathe in the fresh air, and watch horses and cattle grazing around the scenic grasslands.
Southern Aso Railway: Take an optional, self-paid train ride through the foothills of Mount Aso, with changing views of valleys, farmland, forests, streams, and the Aso Five Peaks.
Kumamoto Castle Area: Explore one of Japan's celebrated historic castles and, time permitting, visit nearby Sakura-no-baba Johsaien and Sakuranokoji Shopping Street.
Convenient Guided Day Trip: Travel from Fukuoka in an air-conditioned vehicle with a multilingual Japanese, English, and Chinese-speaking guide.

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Itinerary

Fukuoka - Southern Aso Railway - Aso Volcano & Kusasenri - Kurokawa Onsen - Fukuoka

Fukuoka Departure (9:00 AM)
Departure PointTransfer Included
Meet at Lawson Oriental Hotel Fukuoka, in front of Hakata Station Chikushi Exit. Please arrive 10 minutes before departure, as the tour departs on time and cannot wait for late arrivals.
Kumamoto Southern Aso Railway (11:30 AM)
Approx. 40 minsTrain Fare Not Included
Ride the Southern Aso Railway from Tateno Station to Minamiaso-Shirakawamizu Station through the foothills of Mount Aso. Enjoy views of the Aso Five Peaks, forests, open fields, countryside, and clear streams. Depending on the railway's operating schedule, a One Piece-themed train or special sightseeing trolley train may be available.
Aso Volcano & Kusasenri (12:50 PM)
Approx. 80-90 minsFree TimeAdmission Fees Not Included
Enjoy free time around Aso Volcano and the vast Kusasenri grasslands. When conditions permit, view the active volcanic crater and rising steam, then stroll across the grasslands and enjoy the mountain scenery. Lunch time is included within this stop, while meals and other admission fees are not included.
Aso Volcano Museum
Optional VisitJPY 1,100 per personAdmission Not Included
During your free time, you may visit the Aso Volcano Museum beside Kusasenri at your own expense. Exhibitions cover the geology, geography, plants, wildlife, formation, and history of Mount Aso, with live images of Nakadake Crater available through the museum's camera system.
Kurokawa Onsen (3:20 PM)
Approx. 90 minsFree TimeHot Spring Fees Not Included
Spend free time exploring Kurokawa Onsen, a traditional mountain hot spring village with around 30 ryokan inns, wooden buildings, stone-paved paths, streams, cafés, shops, and restaurants. Optional public and private hot spring baths are available at your own expense, or you can enjoy foot baths and stroll through the village.
Return to Fukuoka (4:50 PM)
Transfer Included
Depart Kurokawa Onsen and begin the return journey to Fukuoka.
Fukuoka Drop-off (6:50 PM)
Lawson Oriental Hotel Fukuoka
Arrive at Lawson Oriental Hotel Fukuoka. The estimated arrival time may vary depending on traffic, weather, road conditions, and other circumstances.
Note
The itinerary is for reference only. Attractions, order of visits, and the schedule may be adjusted depending on conditions on the day, including the Southern Aso Railway operating schedule, volcanic access restrictions, weather, traffic, and road conditions.

What's included

INCLUDED

Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle

Multilingual guide in Japanese, English, and Chinese

Driver service fee

NOT INCLUDED

Southern Aso Railway fare: JPY 490-2,000 per person, depending on train type

Aso Volcano Museum admission: JPY 1,100 per person

Other admission fees at Aso Volcano and Kusasenri

Kurokawa Onsen public bath fees: approximately JPY 600-800 per person

Kurokawa Onsen private bath fees: approximately JPY 2,500-3,500 per private bath for 40-60 minutes

Meals and beverages

Personal expenses

Additional information

Tours operate Monday-Sunday.
Tour duration is approximately 10 hours.
General tour information lists a 9:00 AM start and return at approximately 6:00 PM.
The detailed itinerary lists an estimated Fukuoka drop-off at 7:00 PM.

Meeting Point: Lawson Fukuoka Oriental Hotel, in front of Hakata Station Chikushiguchi, 4-23 Hakataekichuogai, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka 812-0012, Japan.
Departure: 9:00 AM.
Please arrive at least 15 minutes before departure. The tour departs on time and cannot wait for late arrivals. Late arrivals are non-refundable.
The guide will hold a yellow 'Gogoday' flag for easy identification.
The detailed itinerary lists the return point as the same Lawson Fukuoka Oriental Hotel location.
Return timing may vary due to traffic, weather, road conditions, and other circumstances.

Crater Access: Access to Mount Aso and Nakadake Crater may close without notice for safety reasons. The guide will adjust the itinerary according to onsite conditions.
Operational Flexibility: Attractions, stop order, and timings may change depending on traffic, weather, railway operations, weekends, holidays, peak-season conditions, and other circumstances. Avoid scheduling activities immediately after the tour.
Southern Aso Railway: The train ride is optional and self-paid. Regular train fare is JPY 490 per person, One Piece special train fare is JPY 490-1,000 per person, and the Torokko sightseeing train fare is JPY 2,000 per person.
Train seats are limited. During busy periods, seats may not be available and passengers may need to stand.
The One Piece special train and Torokko sightseeing train operate only on selected dates and are not available every day.
Train type, operating dates, departure times, and boarding arrangements are subject to the Southern Aso Railway's actual operating schedule on the day.
If railway services are affected by schedule changes, suspension, weather, or other circumstances beyond the operator's control, the railway company's arrangements on the day will apply.
The itinerary order may be adjusted according to the train schedule.
Pre-departure Email: An email with guide, driver, and meeting details will be sent on the evening before departure. Check both inbox and spam folders.
Cash Recommended: Some venues may not accept cards.
Shared Tour: Multilingual explanations are provided. If there are fewer than 13 participants, the guide may also drive and provide basic commentary.
Deer Safety: If feeding deer at any stops where deer are present, be mindful that they can be eager.
Aso Volcano Museum admission is JPY 1,100 per person and is not included.
Kumamoto Castle admission is JPY 800 per person and is not included.
Guests may leave the tour at Kumamoto Castle. Inform the operator in advance and provide the number of pieces of luggage if you plan to leave the tour there.

Children aged 0-3 may join free of charge but do not receive a separate seat and must sit on a guardian's lap.
All minors must be accompanied by a paying adult.

Valid photo ID for eligibility verification.
Mobile device displaying a scannable QR code. Paper copies or screenshots without scannable barcodes are not accepted according to the provided QR-code instructions.
Cash for admission fees and personal expenses.
Comfortable walking shoes.
Weather-appropriate clothing.
Towel and change of clothes if bathing in an onsen.

Not wheelchair accessible.
Not stroller accessible.
Moderate walking is involved.
For onsen visits, clothing is not worn in the baths.
Guests with tattoos may be refused entry to onsen facilities.

Your booking will be confirmed instantly.
The voucher is valid only on the selected date.
An email with guide, driver, and meeting information will be sent on the evening before departure.

Cancellations made at least 1 day before the tour are eligible for a 100% refund.
Cancellations made less than 1 day before the tour are non-refundable.
Late arrivals are non-refundable.

Show your voucher at the meeting point before departure.
The provided voucher instructions state that a mobile or printed voucher may be shown at the meeting point.
The provided QR-code instructions also state that the QR code must be scannable on-site and that paper copies or screenshots without scannable barcodes are not accepted.
The voucher is valid only on the selected date.

Location

Address

Lawson Fukuoka Oriental Hotel, in front of Hakata Station Chikushiguchi, 4-23 Hakataekichuogai, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka 812-0012, Japan

Provider

Gogoday

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