Kumamoto Castle & Kusasenri & Mount Aso Crater & Aso Boy Sightseeing Train Day Trip (From Fukuoka/Kumamoto)

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💡Important Reminder For this activity, you can choose to board in "Fukuoka" or "Kumamoto Castle", but please note that the return journey does not pass through Kumamoto. --- 💗Mount Aso & Aso Boy Sightseeing Train Experience Tour 🏯 Kumamoto Castle (Optional boarding here; on December 29, 2025, due to Kumamoto Castle's closure, it will be changed to Suizenji Park) As one of Japan's three most famous castles, Kumamoto Castle was built by the famous general Kato Kiyomasa in 1607. After enduring wars and earthquakes, it has now been rebuilt and restored, symbolizing the spirit of the people of Kumamoto. Climb the castle tower for a panoramic view and feel the power of history and rebirth. 📍Friends who want to see Kumamon, the chief of Kumamoto, can walk to his office (approximately 30 minutes round trip). Please plan your time accordingly! 🌋 Mount Aso Nakadake Crater (Due to a helicopter accident, this attraction is temporarily closed. We will extend the time at Kusasenri) One of Japan's few active volcanoes, experience the震撼 sight of the smoking crater and feel the energy of the earth. ⚠If closed on the day due to high gas concentration, the stay at Kusasenri will be extended. 🐴 Kusasenri A vast grassland at the foot of the volcano, with cattle and horses grazing, offering panoramic natural scenery. Lush green in spring and summer, and picturesque snowscapes in autumn and winter, you can enjoy horseback riding or leisurely strolls, savoring the charm of all four seasons. 🏁 Alight at Aso Roadside Station (No guide accompanying) Bid farewell to your guide at Aso Station and head to the last stop of your journey – a ride on the super popular sightseeing train 🚂 Aso Boy! 🐶 Featuring the cute mascot "Kuro-chan the dog", enjoy the Mount Aso volcanic group through panoramic windows. Highly recommended: try the pudding 🍮 sold exclusively on the train, and there's also a commemorative stamp service! ♨️ If the waiting time is long, you can relax and experience a day trip hot spring at the nearby [Yume no Yu]; or purchase fresh fruits, local specialties, and bento boxes at Aso Station. 📷 Fountain Plaza performance times: 11:00 AM to 6:30 PM, every 30 minutes | 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM, every 20 minutes --- ✨Additional Notes If it is not possible to approach the crater due to safety factors, the stay at Kusasenri will be extended. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!