A foggy drive from Kumamoto through to Mt. Aso.
March 23, 2024
“Kumamoto Prefecture is situated in western Kyūshū. Mountains dominate the southern and northern parts of the prefecture and an extensive plain extends across the central region, where the majority of the population lives. The western border faces the Ariake, Yatsushiro, and Amakusa Seas. The Amakusa Islands lie offshore in the southwest.
Popular tourist attractions in Kumamoto include picturesque Amakusa and other islands in the Yatsushiro Sea, part of the Unzen-Amakusa National Park and home to churches and other UNESCO sites connected with Japan’s hidden Christians. The capital of Kumamoto boasts Japan’s largest fortress, Kumamoto Castle, which has recently been restored following damage from major earthquakes in 2016. Mount Aso, a sprawling active volcano in the northeastern part of the prefecture, offers natural beauty and thermal waters. Kurokawa Onsen in the north is a famous hot spring resort.
Kumamoto is largely an agricultural prefecture, with mikan citrus being a major crop. Ranching and dairy farming are also important sectors, as are forestry, fishing, and aquaculture. Leading manufacturing industries include electronics, machinery, transportation equipment, and processed foods.”
–https://www.nippon.com/en/guide-to-japan/pref43/
“A far cry from the flashing lights of Akihabara and the bustling crowds of Harajuku , the volcanic caldera of Aso provides visitors with a fulfilling sense of peace and serenity. Embark on scenic drives, gorgeous hikes, and bathe in volcanic hot springs, all while surrounded by untouched natural beauty.
There may not be a bullet train going through Aso, but with car rental a cheap and easy option for travelers with an International Driver’s License, there is no excuse not to visit this stunning piece of the country, especially for those eager to see a part of Japan most don’t get to see.
One of Japan’s first national parks, Aso-Kuju National Park is an essential place to visit for hiking, outdoor sports, or hot springs. In the center of it all lies Mt. Aso, a collapsed caldera and the most active volcanic area in Japan. While its daily activity is usually limited to smoke and occasional ash, travel restrictions around the central peak are often in place and should be checked ahead of your visit.
When things are clear, however, you can go all the way to the edge of the volcano’s active center, called Nakadake. The Nakadake Crater can be reached by car or shuttle bus.”
–https://www.japan.travel/en/destinations/kyushu/kumamoto/aso-and-around/
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