[Kumamoto] A tour of Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine, Kusasenri, Mount Aso Nakadake Crater, and Kurokawa Onsen (departure from Kumamoto)
- Overview
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- * Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine is known for its serene approach, moss-covered stone lanterns, and ancient cedar forest, creating a mystical atmosphere and is known as a spiritual sanctuary hidden in the mountains.
- * The impressive Ukeito Iwaya Cave behind the shrine symbolizes overcoming difficulties and dispelling bad luck, making it a popular photo spot for visitors to pray.
- * At the crater of Mount Aso Nakadake, you can enjoy the smoke and geothermal activity up close, allowing you to strongly feel the vitality and shocking energy of an active volcano.
- * Kusasenri Plain has a vast open view, with cattle and horses grazing leisurely, and rich seasonal color changes, making you feel like you are in a fresh natural painting while walking around.
- * Komezuka is famous for its perfectly conical grassy hill, which looks like a green pyramid from a distance and is the most symbolic natural symbol of the Aso area.
- * Kurokawa Onsen is known for its retro streets, open-air hot spring surrounded by mountains, and tranq
- What to expect
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In the Aso region of Kyushu, there is a perfect route hidden among the mountains and volcanoes, making people feel as if they have entered another world. The journey begins at Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine, slowly ascending the hundred or more stone steps. The moss-covered stone lanterns and the giant cedar forests on both sides of the approach create a quiet and mysterious atmosphere. The huge natural rock wall of the Ugato-iwa behind the shrine is particularly shocking. The natural cave in the center is said to carry the power to cut off bad luck, making it a great place for taking pictures and praying. Even just quietly feeling the surrounding aura can calm the mind. Next, head to Mount Aso to witness the white smoke spewing from the crater of Mount Naka-dake and the unique caldera terrain, and feel the original power of nature. The Kusasenri prairie is nearby, and the vast green space and leisurely cattle and horses make people slow down and fully absorb the fresh mountain air. Adventurous travelers can a