[From Kumamoto City to Yufuin] Private Taxi Tours: Aso, Kokonoe, and Yufuin

Highlights

• Ideal for sightseeing after arriving by train! Travel from Kumamoto to Aso, Kokonoe, and Yufuin
• Standard cars can accommodate up to 4 people, and jumbo taxis up to 9
• The tour ends in Yufuin. An overnight stay and leisurely sightseeing are recommended
• Perfect for cross-prefecture travel!

What to expect

A private sightseeing taxi tour from Kumamoto City’s stations or hotels to Yufuin, visiting Aso, Ikeyama Spring, and Kokonoe "Yume" Bridge. A perfect way to explore northern Kyushu!

Schedule

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   Pick-up in Kumamoto City (Station or Hotel)
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   Departure
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   Kusasenri

   One of Aso’s iconic spots, Kusasenri offers stunning views of Mount Naka emitting smoke, a large pond, and grazing horses. Enjoy the vast and beautiful scenery.
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   Mount Aso Crater

   Visit the active Mount Naka crater, a massive 4-kilometer-wide volcanic crater. Witness the dynamic landscape and white smoke rising up close.
   
   *Access may be restricted during periods of high volcanic activity.
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   Ikeyama Spring

   Ikeyama Spring, selected as one of the "100 Exquisite and Well-Conserved Waters" by Japan’s Ministry of the Environment, boasts a constant temperature of 13.5°C and abundant water flow of 30 tons per minute. Surrounded by ancient trees over 200 years old, the area exudes a mystical atmosphere.
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   Kokonoe "Yume" Suspension Bridge

   Located in Kokonoe Town, Oita, this pedestrian-only suspension bridge is Japan’s tallest at 173 meters and spans 390 meters. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views from the bridge, especially during the vibrant autumn foliage in early November.
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   Arrive in Yufuin Area, the Tour Ends