Mount Aso

Kumamoto Prefecture, Aso City

Mount Aso, located in the center of Kumamoto Prefecture, is an active volcano with one of the world's largest calderas, and is made up of five peaks known as the Aso Five Peaks.
It is a tourist destination with magnificent natural scenery and lush grasslands, where you can enjoy the changing scenery of the four seasons.
Near the crater, you can experience the smoke and geothermal heat up close, and tours are available depending on the eruption alert level.
There are also plenty of activities to enjoy, such as hiking, driving, and hot springs, making it a popular spot where you can refresh yourself while interacting with nature.
Mount Aso is one of Japan's most famous volcanic landscapes and is visited by many tourists.