15 Best Volcano Tours in Kyushu

Aso’s Nakadake crater is live, and the rim closes whenever gas levels rise or the alert goes up, sometimes on the day. Have a plan B; the Kusasenri grassland and the caldera views from Daikanbo are good on their own.

1.Kyushu: Mount Aso, Kusasenri & Takachiho Gorge Day Tour (Optional Takachiho Boat Ride Experience)

See Aso’s volcanic country, Kusasenri grassland and Takachiho Gorge on a long day trip from Fukuoka, with an optional rowboat ride.

Most Popular★ 4.9

“Today's schedule was a bit tight because of some traffic delays~ Since it was Health and Sports Day in Japan, certain sections of the road were blocked off, ㅠㅠ which seemed to cause traffic jams in many areas. Still, we were so lucky today! Although…”

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3.Kyushu Takachiho One-Day Tour | Takachiho Gorge Boat Ride-Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine/Takachiho Mini-Train-Mount Aso-Kusasenri (Departing from Kumamoto)

Compare boat and no-boat options on this full-day Kumamoto tour to Takachiho Gorge, Kusasenri and Mount Aso, with practical notes on tickets and timing.

★ 4.9

“I absolutely loved Tour Guide Sun's tour! They shared so much interesting trivia about the various attractions, along with great tips on food and sights along the way, which saved us a lot of trouble and unnecessary detours.”

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4.Aso Natural Scenery | Minami Aso Railway, Mount Aso (including shuttle bus), Kusasenri, Kumamoto Castle/Kurokawa Onsen Day Trip (Round trip from Fukuoka)

Ride the Minami Aso Railway, see Mount Aso and Kusasenri, then choose Kurokawa Onsen or Kumamoto Castle on this long Fukuoka day trip.

★ 4.8

“It was a small group tour using a passenger van that seats a little over 10 people. Larger individuals might find the seating a bit uncomfortable, or they might want to choose a seat near the door. The tour guide was wonderful; he is Korean…”

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6.Mt. Aso Volcano & Takachiho Gorge Day Tour Guided

A practical review of the Fukuoka day tour to Takachiho Gorge and Mount Aso, with shrine climbs, long drives, crater closures, and value tips.

★ 4.6

“Thank you to our tour guide Li Hua and driver Mr. Kawano for taking care of us today. The itinerary was well-paced, so we didn't feel rushed, and we were also very interested to see the volcano crater. It was a pleasant day ❤️”

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7.Miyazaki & Kumamoto Day Trip: Takachiho Gorge (optional lunch/boating experience) & Mount Aso & Kusasenri (departing from Fukuoka)

Travel from Fukuoka to Takachiho Gorge, Aso and Kusasenri on a long but scenic day trip, with optional gorge boating and a local beef lunch.

★ 4.7

“Such a fun day! My first time boating was so special and sparked my interest. Tour guide Mao was very professional, attentive, and proactively checked in on the group members 👍👍👍. It is a pity that the weather was poor at the end of the…”

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8.Kyushu: Mount Aso Crater, Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine & Takachiho Gorge Day Tour (Departing from Fukuoka)

Compare the volcano, shrine and gorge on this long Fukuoka day trip, with practical advice on timing, meals, walking and Mount Aso access.

★ 4.8

“very convenient for those who wanna enjoy the views and not driving! our guide provided a lots fun historical and cultural stories about Japan!”

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10.Mount Aso and Kurokawa Onsen One-Day Tour in Kumamoto Prefecture

Visit a cedar-shaded shrine, Aso’s broad grasslands and Kurokawa’s hot springs on a practical 10-hour day trip from Kumamoto.

★ 4.8

“My rating is solely for the tour guide. This tour to Mount Aso felt like a bait-and-switch. We only visited areas surrounding Mount Aso. I think since the disaster occurred at Mount Aso, why not simply change the tour name and let customers decide if…”

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11.Kyushu Miyazaki Takachiho Gorge Boat Ride Experience & Wagyu Beef Lunch Day Trip: Takachiho Gorge & Mount Aso & Kusasenri (Departing from Fukuoka)

Review this Fukuoka day trip to Takachiho Gorge and Mount Aso, with practical advice on boat tickets, lunch, long drives and changing weather.

★ 4.6

“We had a great time! The tour guide was amazing, able to translate for passengers who needed Japanese, Korean, Chinese, and English. It was also a new experience to meet friends from other countries.”

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13.Fukuoka Mount Aso and Kurokawa Onsen Volcano Day Trip Experience

Travel from Fukuoka to Mount Aso, Kusasenri and Kurokawa Onsen on a guided Kyushu day trip, with changing volcano access and long road stretches.

★ 4.9

“Although we couldn't go up the volcano due to unforeseen circumstances, the itinerary was still very fulfilling. The tour guide was friendly and kind throughout the entire trip, taking great care of us. Nicole introduced the local attractions and recommended great things at each spot!…”

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15.Mt. Aso & Takachiho Gorge Tour with Optional Boat Ride

Discover the natural beauty of Kyushu with this guided tour featuring Mount Aso's volcano crater, Kusasenri Grasslands, and Takachiho Gorge’s boat ride. Great value and authentic sights.

★ 4.7

“The tour was fun and had more than enough time on each spot. LOVE Aso area!!! Daisy was an extremely awesome guide. She spoke Chinese, Japanese, and English! She was very educated about the area and you can see her interest in it! Shin-chan the…”

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4.9Kyushu Hiking Tour | Kamishikimi Kumanoimasu Shrine & Mount Aso Kusasenri & Kurokawa Onsen & Free Crater Shuttle Bus (Departing from Kumamoto/Fukuoka)10 hours$44.20 4.2Kumamoto Aso Nakadake Crater & Kusasenri Day Trip Private Tour$55.05 4.8Miyazaki Kumamoto Exploration Tour | Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine, Amanoiwato, Takachiho Gorge, Mount Aso, Kurokawa Onsen Day Trip | Departing from Fukuoka9.5 hours$44.20 4.3Kumamoto Train Experience Tour | Minami Aso Railway & Mount Aso Volcano & Kumamoto Castle One-Day Tour (Departing from Fukuoka)10 hours$44.20 4.7阿蘇中岳火山 & Kamishikimi Kumanoimasu Shrine One-day Downtown Highlights & City Highlights Tour$265.25 4.6From Fukuoka: Mount Aso, Kurokawa Onsen, and Shrine Tour10 hours$50 4.8Kyushu Landscape Overview | Mount Aso & Minami Aso Train Experience & Takachiho Gorge (Optional Boat Ride) Day Tour9.5 hours$44.20 4.8Day trip to Mount Aso and Kurokawa Onsen in Kumamoto Prefecture10 hours$44.25 4.7Departing from Fukuoka, Kyushu | Mount Aso & Kusasenri & Minamiaso Railway & Kumamoto Castle Day Tour10 hours$44.20 5.0Historical Hill Climb E-bike Tour to Sakurajimas Peak$105.02 5.0Mt. Aso and Takachiho Gorge 1 Day Highlights Tour From Kumamoto$434.87 5.0Discover the Wonders of Sakurajima Half Day Tour in Kagoshima$95.54 4.5Fukuoka: Mount Aso Volcano, Kumamoto Castle, Grasslands Day Tour$72.48 4.9Sakurajima Century Lava Climb Journey with E-bike3 hours$102 5.0Private Tour in Kagoshima Highlighting Sakurajima Volcano$459.81 5.0Visit to the Aso Shrine and Walk Around the Active Volcano Mt. Aso$183.93 4.9Kumamoto Mt. Aso, Kusasenri & Takachiho or Kurokawa from Fukuoka$47.45 5.0Private E-Mtb Guided Cycling Around Mt. Aso Volcano & Grasslands$203.63 5.0Kagoshima: Ibusuki City and Mount Kaimon Dake Tour6.5 hours$206 4.9Experience the Blessings of Volcanoes in Kagoshima, Kyushu7 hours$219 4.9(Fukuoka Departure) Kumamoto Private Car Charter Day Tour | Kumamoto Castle, Suizenji Jojuen Garden, Kumamoto Bear Square, Mount Aso, Kusasenri, Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine, Aso Shrine, Shirakawa Suigen, Daikanbo | Private Customized Tour10 hours$277.49 4.8Departing from Fukuoka, Kyushu | South Aso Railway & Mt. Aso & Kurokawa Onsen Day Tour$44.19 4.6Kyushu Mount Aso, Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine & Kurokawa Onsen Day Trip (Departing from Fukuoka/Kumamoto)$44.15 4.6Kagoshima Sakurajima Half-Day Volcano Tour$91.45