I'm so glad I went! 5 breathtaking views around the Aso area!!

A trip to Kumamoto is always fun, no matter how many times you visit! Here are the top 5 spectacular views in the Aso area that you'll definitely want to visit again!! ⸻ 🌿 Kamishikimi Kumano-imasu Shrine The mysterious approach to the shrine makes you feel like you've wandered into another world. The stone steps and torii gates winding through the cedar grove make it one of Aso's most breathtaking spots. ℹ️Information Address📍 2619 Kamishikimi, Takamori-machi, Aso-gun, Kumamoto 🅿️ Free parking available ⏰ Open 24/7 for worship 🚶‍♀️ It takes about a 10-minute walk up the stone steps to reach the main hall ⸻ 💧 Nabegataki Falls A rare waterfall in Japan where you can actually go behind the cascading water. The curtain-like water flow is truly a masterpiece. ℹ️Information Address📍 Kurobuchi, Oguni-machi, Aso-gun, Kumamoto 🎫 Advance reservations required for entry 🅿️ Parking available ☔ Even more impressive after the rain when the water volume increases ⸻ 🌉 Tsujunkyo Bridge One of Japan's largest stone arch aqueduct bridges. If you time it right, you can witness the powerful water discharge. ℹ️Information Address📍 Nagahara, Yamato-cho, Kamimashiki-gun, Kumamoto 🅿️ Parking available 💧 We recommend checking the water discharge schedule in advance 🚶 Plenty of walking spots in the surrounding area ⸻ ⛰️ Daikanbo An amazing observation spot offering a panoramic view of the Five Peaks of Aso. On a clear day, the grand panorama of Aso stretches out before you. ℹ️Information Address📍 Yamada, Aso, Kumamoto 🅿️ Free parking available 🚶 About a 5-minute walk from the parking lot to the observation deck 🌅 The views in the morning and evening are also highly recommended ⸻ ⛩️ Aso Shrine A representative shrine of Aso with over 2,000 years of history. The stunning two-story gate (Romon) and beautiful shrine pavilions are must-sees. ℹ️Information Address📍 3083-1 Miyaji, Ichinomiya-machi, Aso, Kumamoto 🅿️ Parking available nearby ⏰ Open 24/7 for worship 🍡 The shrine town area is packed with great spots for street food