Surrounding sightseeing
Information on sightseeing spots around the Wellness Resort "ASO KENKO NO MORI" and Healthy Resort "ASO GENKI NO MORI" (ASO Farm Land).
It can also be used as a base for sightseeing in Kumamoto and Aso.
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Kumamoto Castle
This is a reconstruction of a castle built in 1607. It is located on top of a hill and also has a history museum.
- Time required
- Approx. 1 hour 10 minutes
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Aso Cuddly Dominion
In addition to observing the bears inside the enclosure, the zoo also has a petting corner where you can touch baby animals and dogs.
- Time required
- Approx. 20 minutes
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Aso Nature Land
A reservation-only adventure park where you can enjoy hot air ballooning, paragliding, mountain boarding, and more.
- Time required
- Approx. 20 minutes
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Aso summit
An active volcano with a circumference of approx. 75 miles (120 km). It is a volcanic cone and includes Mt. Gotake.
- Time required
- Approx. 25 minutes
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Daikanbo
A mountain peak that can be reached by car. Enjoy 360 degree views of rice fields, caldera and surrounding mountains.
- Time required
- Approx. 40 minutes
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Kusasenri
An observation point that offers a panoramic view of Mt. Aso's vast grazing land and Mt. Nakadake, which is still active today.
- Time required
- Approx. 20 minutes
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Aso Shrine
A shrine with a history of 2000 years. Various festivals and ceremonies are still held here.
- Time required
- Approx. 30 minutes
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Sugi bee garden
A facility where you can observe the beekeeping industry. There is an ornamental hive where you can observe the bees from early April to November.
- Time required
- Approx. 5 minutes
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Shirakawa water source
Spring water from a river surrounded by greenery has been selected as one of the ”100 Best Waters'' by the Environment Agency. Water from the water source can be taken home.
- Time required
- Approx. 30 minutes
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ASO MILK FARM
This is an experiential farm where you can milk cows and ride horses. We process raw milk to make dairy products.
- Time required
- Approx. 1 hour
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Greenland
There are many attractions including a 105m tall Ferris wheel and Japan's largest roller coaster.
- Time required
- Approx. 1 hour 30 minutes
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Kokonoe Yume Suspension Bridge
A suspension bridge with a height of 173m that opened in 2006. It is for pedestrians only and offers views of the valley and waterfall.
- Time required
- Approx. 1 hour 20 minutes
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Kuju flower park
A large park with winding paths. The path is lined with colorful flower gardens and a greenhouse with tropical plants.
- Time required
- Approx. 1 hou
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Aso Kogen Picture Book Museum
A picture book museum in Changyo Village, the hometown of Ye Xiangming's paintings.
- Time required
- Approx. 10 minutes
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Dream/Earth Green Valley
Interact with horses in Aso. Enjoy therapy horse riding on the prairie.
- Time required
- Approx. 1 hour
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Minamiaso pottery
Experience pottery in the midst of nature. We use bountiful raw materials from Mt. Aso.
- Time required
- Approx. 30 minutes
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Minamiaso Soba Dojo
You can experience making soba and eat the soba you made on the spot.
- Time required
- Approx. 30 minutes
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Paradise Namino
Why not try riding around on an ATV or ATV while looking at the majestic mountains of Aso?
- Time required
- Approx. 1 hour
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Activity Center Minamiaso
Why not ride through the magnificent nature of Aso on a rental bicycle?
- Time required
- Approx. 30 minutes