Kumamoto Castle tours

At Kumamoto Castle we did not explore much inside as there was limited time. We only took some photos on the ground. We were lucky, however, that we were allowed access near the crater of Mt. Aso. Food at the restaurant was delicious. Again, time was limited so we were not able to walk around much. The Kurokawa onsen was quite a walk from the parking lot. It was a beautiful, small village, quiet and atmospheric. There was a small bakeshop with freshly baked sweet potato breads, the smell wafting through the air. You could see spring water running under a small bridge too.

Attentive Guide, Stunning Sites, and the Best Buffet Lunch Ever** We recently took a 1-day tour of Kumamoto, and it was an incredible experience from start to finish! Our itinerary included visits to Kumamoto Castle, Mt. Aso Volcano, and Kamishikimi Shrine, each offering its own unique beauty and historical significance. The day was perfectly organized, with clear information provided about pick-up times and locations, ensuring everything went smoothly. What truly made this tour special was our guide. Although we had booked a Chinese-language tour, she went above and beyond to provide us with all the information we needed in English. She was incredibly attentive and caring, always making sure we were comfortable and understood everything. Her kindness and dedication made the experience even more enjoyable. The lunch was another highlight of the day. We enjoyed a delicious buffet, which was perhaps the best I’ve ever had on any tour. The variety and quality of the food were exceptional, offering a wonderful taste of local flavors. Overall, this tour was a perfect blend of breathtaking sights, excellent organization, and warm hospitality. Highly recommended for anyone looking to explore Kumamoto with a guide who truly cares about her guests!

Great day trip with wonderful driver (Sakai-san), tour guide (Ōtsuka-san) and interpreter (Ushijima-san). Locations were beautiful and amazing + the journey to each location was cosy and comfortable. Highly recommend to those wanna explore Kumamoto and Miyazaki prefecture 👍🏻

We had a great experience! We really enjoyed the sites, the guide was excellent, the transportation was comfortable and in general we are very happy that we chose this tour.

The experience was good. The bus will stop at Aso Station for 10 minutes on the way. You can get off and check in. Kurokawa is beautiful and the tofu lunch arranged is delicious.

Our tour guide Daisy Wu can effectively communicate in English & Chinese. We had a memorable trip. We rode the train and Daisy sent us a souvenir train ride video at the start of the ride. Although the Takachiko George is far from the city, this tour is highly recommended since it is scenic spot. Kumamoto Castle is impressive. Our tour guide is also kind enough to share tips on where to buy affordable Fukuoka items and she even guided us on how to navigate on the place we want to go to.

Customer service contacted me the night I placed the order, and I arrived on time on the day of the trip. There were 8 of us in the group and we took a 10-passenger car, which was very comfortable. The driver was familiar with the scenic spots and traffic routes. We didn’t think we could go up to the volcano at first. After understanding the situation, the driver opened a road and we could drive up the mountain. We finally saw Mount Aso! It’s no problem even adding attractions temporarily, it’s fun and relaxing!

a trip to Mount Aso offers a unique opportunity to experience one of Japan’s most dynamic natural landscapes. From the active volcanic crater to the serene grasslands of Kusasenri, the area provides a diverse range of activities and sights that cater to both adventure seekers and those looking to relax amidst nature.