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Today's weather: 22~30℃
Today's opening status: Closed for the day | TomorrowOpen: 8:30 AM–5:30 PM
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📍 Itinerary Overview After five dates of sightseeing and onzen from the Beppu, Fukuoka is our last stop for 2 days shopping and dine 🚩 Sightseeing Route Beppu Onzen, Mount Aso Crator, 高千秽,原尻之瀑布 🏖️ Must-Visit Attractions 汤布院小镇→汤之坪步行街→金鳞湖→狭霧台→由布岳 志高湖→高崎山自然动物园→海卵水族馆→鹤见岳→别府八地狱 日出城址→三丽欧乐园→宇佐神宫→九州自然动物园 🚇 Transportation We were on a 8 days road trip . Booked VVIP Trip.com 📷 Photo Spots 🍜 Local Cuisine 左贺和牛, 博多拉面, 九州鱼鲜 🏠 Accommodation 1. Hotel Monterey La Soeur Fukuoka 2. Grand MercureBeppu #familytravel 💡 Tips
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Breathe in the Magic of Mount Aso 🌋🌿  
Unwind above the clouds as Mount Aso welcomes you with its dramatic crater landscapes and lush grasslands. Perfect for family bonding or simply recharging your soul, this spot delivers endless panoramas and a calming escape from the city bustle.

🗺️ Recommended Route:  
Start at the Aso Volcano Museum for a quick intro, then head to the Mount Aso crater viewpoint—easy walk and spectacular vistas! Drive or hop on a local bus to get around. If you’re up for more adventure, the Kusasenri grasslands are awesome for a calming stroll.  

🌄 Must-Dos:  
Walk to the main crater rim (check safety restrictions—sometimes closed for volcanic activity). Snap photos at the observation deck, then picnic with a view at Kusasenri! Riding horses here is fun for kids and surprisingly relaxing for adults.  

📸 Insta-Worthy Spots:  
Main Crater Rim: Stunning steam clouds and crater views—hold your camera steady for wide angles!  
Kusasenri Fields: Rolling green with the mountain as backdrop—family photos turn out epic here.  

💡 Visiting Tips:  
Check conditions before going—weather and volcanic gases affect access. Opening hours shift by season:  
Mar 20–Oct 31: 8:30–18:00  
Nov 1–Nov 30: 8:30–17:30  
Dec 1–Mar 19: 9:00–17:00  
Dress warm in the off-season, and bring snacks—options are limited. Great spot to relax and just take in the scenery!  

⚠️ Precautions:  
Some trails may close suddenly for volcanic activity. Always follow official signs and announcements for your safety.

#Aso #JapanJourney #FamilyTravel #Relaxation #ScenicSpots
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Japan for 3k+ per person, such great value!
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Japan for 3k+ per person, such great value!

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If you've been to Japan a few times and feel like you know the country quite well, I think you should try going south.

Kyushu gave me a very different feeling about Japan.

The first time I saw pictures of Takachiho Gorge, I had a feeling: I absolutely had to go there.

And when I actually set foot in Kyushu, I realized that the most attractive thing about this place wasn't just the scenery.

It was the feeling of a more liberal, open Japan, less constrained by familiar rules. The pace of life was also more relaxed. And the nature… was truly breathtaking.

Kyushu is a geological area with many active volcanoes, so it has mountain ranges, gorges, lakes, hot springs, and magnificent landscapes created by millions of years of Earth's movement.

Mount Aso (Kumamoto Prefecture) and Sakurajima (Kagoshima Prefecture) are two of Japan's most active volcanoes.

Thanks to its intense volcanic and geothermal activity, Kyushu also accounts for approximately 35% of Japan's total hot spring (onsen) sources, with famous hot spring towns like Beppu and Yufuin.

Much of the island is covered by hills and giant caldera formations created after ancient eruptions.

In particular, it's a land steeped in Japanese mythology. There are places where you can not only admire the scenery but also feel like you're stepping into an ancient tale.

Initially, I planned to use the Seishun 18 Kippu pass to explore Kyushu by local trains, traveling through different regions. However, after researching, I discovered that the most beautiful places in Kyushu are often not located near train stations or with convenient public transportation.

The Takachiho Gorge, mountainous areas, valleys, and volcanic landscapes are often located deep within nature, requiring additional local buses or taxis for transportation, making it quite complicated. Therefore, I chose a day tour with private transportation.

If you're looking for a more unique Japan than Kyoto, Tokyo, or Osaka, try Kyushu. You might discover a Japan you've never known before.
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