Kamishiromi Kumanoza Shrine, Mt. Aso and Kurokawa Onsen Guided Tour

Free cancellation

Place: Fukuoka

Duration: 11 hours

Language: English, Japanese, Chinese

Mobile voucher accepted

Instant confirmation

Guided Tour

Local touch

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Wheelchair accessible

Transport included

Do this because

Explore the beautiful natural landscapes at Aso Volcano
Visit Kamishiromi Kumanoza shrine, a famous filming location
Experience Kurokawa Onsen, a traditional Japanese open-air hot spring
Depart from Fukuoka, with an excellent driver/guide at your service

What to expect

On this tour, you'll depart from Fukuoka, take a 2.5-hour drive to Kamishiromi Kumanoza Shrine, the filming location of the movie 'Into the Forest of Fireflies Light'. Then you'll arrive at Aso Volcano, located in the northeast of Kumamoto Prefecture, Kyushu Island. It is the symbol of Kumamoto and is famous for its composite volcano with a large caldera.

Your adventure continues to Kusasenri, which is a vast grassy plain that offers great views of the volcanically active Nakadake Peak. There is also a large pond in Kusasenri where you can also see horses grazing. This scenic location has become a popular feature of the Aso Geopark. Finally, you can experience the Japanese-style open-air bath at Kurokawa Onsen for a rejuvenating experience.

Important to know

Not allowed:

Note that you're not allowed to wear swimsuits or swimming trunks in hot springs, but only dive naked (separate for men and women)
People with tattoos may not be allowed to enter hot springs. Some places allow you to cover your tattoos, but some may refuse to allow people with tattoos to enter

Know in advance:

You'll be contacted via WhatsApp the day before the tour with guide, driver, and vehicle details. Please contact the guide in advance
If you need to bring luggage, please note the size and number on the order. Each piece of luggage costs 2,000 yen. Please hand it over to the tour guide on the day of travel
The itinerary is for reference only; the specific itinerary will be fine-tuned according to the weather and traffic of the day
Shower gel, shampoo, conditioner, and bath towels are provided at the hot spring place
Note that children under 3 years old need to buy tickets if they occupy a seat
The tour operates with a multilingual guide

Remember to bring:

Dress comfortably and prepare for weather changes. Bring essentials like umbrella and sunglasses

What’s included

Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle

Driver

Parking

Tour guide

What’s not included

Food and drinks

Entrance fees

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 72 hours before the experience begins.

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

LAWSON Hakata Station Chikushiguchi Store, 2 Chome-2-2 Hakataekihigashi, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, Japan

Meeting point:

8.00 am at Hakata Station Chikushi Exit Lawson. When you go to the meeting place, look for the guide with a "JRT" flag logo. Arrive at the designated pickup point 20 minutes prior to departure.