2024 January & February 【Winter Limited Aso Tour】
Book Now for 2024 January & February 【Winter Limited Aso Tour】 !
Every time we go to Aso, it shows us different beauty in each season. We will offer winter limited Aso tour which includes Koganotaki Fall that is famous as “Frozen Fall”. Also, we will visit Kamishikimikumanoimasu shrine that is famous for the mystic atmosphere and has local myths to be shared. At Shirakawa spring, you can taste fresh spring water that has traveled underground for 2-3 decades. And of course, we will visit Mt. Nakadake crater which is an active volcano and you will feel the breath of the earth. In this tour, you can enjoy both nature and culture of Aso area and our English-speaking guide will share local myths and stories with you.
Join us on this winter limited tour of Aso and feel the charm of winter in Aso!
Available 2024
January 4th, 14th, 18th, 21st, 24th, 25th, 28th, 31st
February 7th, 8th, 11th, 14th, 15th, 18th, 21st, 22nd, 25th, 28th, 29th
※ If you would like dates other than those listed above, please contact us.
Note : Please understand that there is no guarantee that you will be able to see Koganotaki Fall frozen, as it depends on the weather.
Highlights
⭐️Koganotaki Fall (古閑の滝)〜Local guide’s winter recommendations!!〜
Koganotaki Fall is a symbol of winter in Aso. It consists of two waterfalls: Otoko Falls, with a drop of approximately 80 meters, and Onna Falls, with a drop of approximately 100 meters. In the coldest season, the cold wind blowing from the Aso Valley creates a powerful icefall. The delicate and beautiful “ice flowers” that form when splashes of water freeze are works of art created by ice. You will be captivated by the mystical sight that unfolds before your eyes. Also, in early spring, the sound of ice cracking and falling echoes through the air, a sound that heralds the arrival of spring in Aso. Every Saturday from mid-January to the end of February, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Koganotaki Fall is lit up, offering a fantastic view of the falls that is different from that of the daytime. In this tour, our fun and friendly English-speaking guide will take you to Koganotaki Fall and share geological and local stories with you!
Note : Please understand that there is no guarantee that you will be able to see Koganotaki Fall frozen, as it depends on the weather.
⭐️Kamishikimi kumanoimasu Shrine （上色見熊野座神社）
100 moss-covered stone lanterns, long-lasting stone steps and deep-in-forest atmosphere create the mystic and divine atmosphere and it has captured people’s heart. Some people describe that it is like being in an another world. It is also acknowledged as a place which was depicted in one animation film illustrated by a manga artist from Kumamoto. Now, fans of the film visit Kamishikimi Kumanoimasu Shrine for Anime Pilgrimage or Anime Seichi Junrei in Japanese.
⭐️Shirakawa Spring（白川水源）
Shirakawa spring is located in Minamiaso village which is famous for having a lot of springs. At Shirakawa spring, water gushes out at 60 tons per minute and it is the source of Shirakawa river and flows to Kumamoto City. You can taste spring water so bring an empty bottle with you!
⭐️Mt. Nakadake crater（中岳火口）
Nakadake Crater is a must-visit place in Aso and one of the few places in the world where you can see an active crater. You will feel the breath of the earth. At Sunasenri area, you will see desolate volcanic landscape. It is an old crater and almost no vegetation grows here. It is a world of sand as far as the eye can see.
Timetable
| 10:30 | Meet up with your guide in front of JR Aso station |
| 10:55 | Arrive at Koganotaki Fall parking and walk to the fall |
| 12:30 | Have lunch at local soba or tofu restaurant |
| 13:35 | Kamishikimikumanoimasu Shrine |
| 14:05 | Shirakawa Spring |
| 15:05 | Arrive at Nakadake crater and explore the area |
| 16:23 | Arrive back at JR Aso station |
※We can also arrange plans according to your preferences so if you are interested in anything Aso, message us and make your trip to Aso memorable!
Price
| Number of adult | Prices per person |
| 2 (standard-size taxi) | 29,000 yen |
| 3 (standard-size taxi) | 19,000 yen |
| 3 (jumbo taxi) | 24,000 yen |
| 4 (jumbo taxi) | 18,000 yen |
| 5 (jumbo taxi) | 15,000 yen |
| 6 (jumbo taxi) | 13,000 yen |
| 7 (jumbo taxi) | 12,000 yen |
| 8 (jumbo taxi) | 11,000 yen |
※ A standard-sized taxi can have 3 people maximum(except for a driver and a guide), and a jumbo taxi can have 8 people maximum(except for a driver and a guide).
HOW TO BOOK
1. Please send us your request through the contact page.
Even if the date you want is not available, please contact us first and we will ask another English-speaking guides.
Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions.
2. After confirming your reservation, we will send you a payment link.
Please finish the payment by credit card by the deadline.
3. Look forward to seeing you on our tour!!
※ Please apply at least one week prior to the start of the tour. (If you cannot make it in time, please contact us.)
Flyer (Winter Limited Aso Tour)
TOUR NAME
2024 January & February 【Winter Limited Aso Tour】
TOUR TYPE
Full Day
DESTINATION
#Koganotaki fall #Kamishikimikumanoimasu shrine #Shirakawa spring #Mt.Nakadake crater
NOTES
・Itinerary may vary due to the weather, traffic conditions, COVID-19 restrictions and other unavoidable circumstances.
・Please understand that there is no guarantee that you will be able to see Koganotaki Fall frozen, as it depends on the weather.
・This event is ON rain or shine. In case of bad weather, we will cut the outdoor activities short and visit some museums or other onsen in the area.
・The path to the falls may be icy, so please wear comfortable clothing and shoes.INCLUSION
private taxi, travel insurance, fun and friendly English-speaking guide
EXCLUSION
Food / Drinks
Lunch is not included in this tour. Please notify us in advance if you have any food preference.