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"Experience Aso's Breathtaking Views with TREK E-Bikes" Visit the Sharinkan Specialist Store at the Sorayoka Area of Aso Kumamoto Airport, where you can rent TREK Marlin+ 6 e-bikes to explore Aso's magnificent landscapes. These high-performance e-bikes can travel up to 67km on a single charge, making cycling effortless even for beginners. We provide helmets and insurance coverage, along with expert guidance on the best routes based on weather conditions and your experience level. Starting from the airport, discover unique perspectives of Aso's volcanic scenery, grasslands, and hot spring towns that you can't experience by car. For reservations, visit the Sharinkan TREK Store.

Step into the elegance of Edo-period Japan on this immersive 2hour guided tour of Suizenji Jojuen, one of Kumamoto’s most stunning historical gardens. Wander peaceful paths beside a spring-fed pond, admire the classic daimyo garden design, and visit a beautifully preserved teahouse once used by samurai lords. You'll even enjoy matcha tea with a view—a rare cultural experience that blends history, nature, and tranquility in one unforgettable visit. Perfect for history lovers, garden enthusiasts, or anyone seeking a serene escape in the heart of the city.

Welcome to Aso! We aim to propose encounters with local farmers on this tour to make your Aso experience unforgettable. The Aso colored sheep are very much the future of Aso and the strawberry farm offers delicious fresh snacks from new year's till early summer. In addition, we'll enjoy bringing you to the best local restaurants so you'll be able to savor the Aso grown vegetables and locally produced food. Depending on the season, the produce and thus the tour's content will vary. We can customize this tour with different options for lunch, pick-up, and other add-on activities. Optional: - We can do the tour bicycling through the caldera, if you are up to some light exercise! - If you have mobility troubles we can organize the tour by car as well. Please feel free to ask, we can make the experience complete with accommodation and a special dinner as well.

Here's an must-see tour plan for a very satisfying day in Kumamoto, one of the best tourist destinations in Kyushu! Kumamoto is known as the "City of Forest / the City of Water," and its rich natural environment and abundant water resources formed by the active volcano of Mt. Aso are its major attractions. Kumamoto is also known for its historical spots such as Kumamoto Castle, temples and shrines. One of the best things about sightseeing in Kumamoto is that you can taste the unique traditions and food culture that have been born and passed down in this historical area surrounded by nature. This tour will take you to the central of Kumamoto, where you can efficiently visit the must-see spots and enjoy the unique charm of Kumamoto. History, nature, food, tradition, and scenery are all included in this tour, and it is highly recommended for first-time visitors to Kumamoto. The 7 hours will fly by! This tour will surely make you a big fan of Kumamoto.

What sets this tour apart is the chance to experience Kumamoto’s vibrant nightlife and rich food culture like a local. With a knowledgeable guide by your side, you’ll navigate the lively backstreets of Shimotori, exploring authentic izakayas, hidden ramen shops, and specialty spots serving local favorites like basashi, karashi renkon, and a wide variety of regional shochu. Unlike typical food tours, this experience combines cultural insight, culinary discovery, and the warm hospitality Kumamoto is known for. With 1,000 yen included for food and drinks at each stop, it’s the perfect way to eat, drink, and connect with the true spirit of Kumamoto.

We took a leisurely stroll through the village of Teno, which has a nostalgic, original Japanese landscape. After visiting Kokuzo Shrine, one of the oldest shrines in Kumamoto Prefecture and known as a power spot, you will be amazed at the size of the natural monument, the "Great Cedar of Teno. Then we will have a delicious lunch with a farmer. You never knew vegetables could taste so good! The farmers' food and smiles are truly a healing experience.

Travelers looking for a tour with a difference will enjoy learning about the daily life of a local lumberjack in Aso Minamioguni. Your local guide will take you into the forest, where he’ll teach you about the ecosystem, show you how to fell a tree safely, and guide you in building a simple log construction. Follow this with a tasty traditional lunch on a farm.

"Experience Aso's Breathtaking Views with TREK E-Bikes" Visit Sharinkan Specialist Store at the Sorayoka Area of Aso Kumamoto Airport, where you can rent TREK Marlin+ 6 e-bikes to explore Aso's magnificent landscapes. These high-performance e-bikes can travel up to 67km on a single charge, making cycling effortless even for beginners. We provide helmets and insurance coverage, along with expert guidance on the best routes based on weather conditions and your experience level. Starting from the airport, discover unique perspectives of Aso's volcanic scenery, grasslands, and hot spring towns that you can't experience by car. For reservations, visit Sharinkan TREK Store.

This private and customizable tour for Kumamoto is perfect for guests who would like to have their own itinerary planned based on their interests and preferences, allowing guests to experience the city at their own pace.