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Mount Aso Full Day Tour

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Mount Aso Full Day Tour

Car Tour (driving guide)

Joined 2025

Steve R.

5.00 / 5

(43 reviews)

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Kumamoto

English (Native), Japanese, Spanish (Native)

7 hours

Private tour (only you and Steve R.)

Up to 4 people

Join me for a full-day tour of Mount Aso, the most active volcano in Japan. We’ll have plenty of opportunities to stop and capture photos or videos of anything that catches your eye. With a 4x4 SUV, we will be able to access places that tour buses are not capable of.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

At your hotel

- Your hotel or Airbnb.

09:40 AM

Honda Motorcycle Factory

Passing by the famous Honda Factory, known for producing motorbikes for the world.

09:50 AM

Mori No Kyokai

Passing Mori No Kyokai (The Forest Church).

10:40 AM

Daikambo

Depending on our departure time from the Observatory, we’ll visit Daikambo, which offers the best panoramic views of the Aso Caldera between 10:30am and 10:40am

11:30 AM

Mount Aso

Arrive at Mount Aso Volcano. We’ll park the car and walk to the crater. Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes.

12:30 PM

Lunch time: Traveling back to the city

After leaving Mount Aso, we can stop by a 7-Eleven for some food, the 7-elevens here are more like a restaurant on the go with great food choices.

03:00 PM

Musashi Park.

Visit Musashi Park, the most probable burial site of the greatest samurai in history.

Miyamoto Musashi (宮本武蔵, c. 1584 – June 13, 1645), also known as Shinmen Takezō, Miyamoto Bennosuke or, by his Buddhist name, Niten Dōraku, was an expert Japanese swordsman and Rōnin.

Musashi, as he was often simply known, became renowned through stories of his excellent swordsmanship in numerous duels, even from a very young age. He was the founder of the Hyōhō Niten Ichi-ryū or Niten-ryū style of swordsmanship and the author of The Book of Five Rings (五輪の書 Go Rin No Sho), a book on strategy, tactics, and philosophy that is still studied today.

04:00 PM

Back to your hotel.

Return to your hotel/Airbnb.

Ending Point

At your hotel or Airbnb

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Private driving guide.

Nissan Extrail SUV.

Fuel fee.

Transportation fee.

What‘s not included

Lunch $10 per person.

Parking fee $15.

Tour Important Information

This tour includes a private guide and driver, with plenty of walking involved, so comfortable shoes and clothing are recommended. Please note that all the photos featured in these tours were taken at specific times of the day, night, and during particular seasons. Depending on the time of year you visit, the locations may appear different. Above all, you can expect an unforgettable experience in Kumamoto.

Important message from the supplier

It’s very important that you inform me of any food allergies you may have. This way, I can make sure to notify the restaurant staff and ensure your safety and comfort.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Joined 2025

Steve R.

5.00 / 5

(43 reviews)

Identity Verified

Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Steve R.

Hello! I'm Steve and I’m originally from Sydney, Australia, but I’ve lived in Kumamoto City for the past 28 years. I hold a Gold license. I’d love to take you on a tour of some of the region’s most historic and stunning sites. I took my profile picture on the balcony of my home, which sits high on a hill, offering great views of the city both day and night, with majestic mountain ranges in the distance.

I was a school teacher here for 25 years, starting in Japanese public schools before transitioning to an American institution.

I understand that when traveling abroad, many people prefer a local tour guide. While I wasn’t born in Japan, after nearly three decades here, I consider myself as local as it gets! Not only can I share insights about the local culture, but I can also offer a unique perspective as a foreigner who has grown to love this country as my own.

With our comfortable 4x4 full leather interior SUV, we’ll explore hidden gems that typical tour buses can’t reach, making your experience even more special.

On our way to the sites, I’ll describe anything that catches your eye so you don’t miss a thing. I know that returning back from a great trip can feel like the end of something special, so if there’s anything I can do to make the ride more enjoyable, just let me know. On the way back, feel free to play any music you like on the BOSE sound system in the car.

Reviews

Ikeen I.

5 / 5

Dec 16, 2025

ONE PIECE Statues Tour. All 10.

Dec 16, 2025

Kumamoto

7 hours 30 mins

“One Piece tour”

We had an amazing One Piece tour in Kumamoto with Steve! From start to finish, the tour was well-organized and fun. Steve was very knowledgeable about both One Piece and Kumamoto, and he explained the background of each statue clearly while sharing interesting stories we wouldn’t have known on our own. He was also very friendly, patient, and flexible, making sure everyone was comfortable and enjoying the tour. The itinerary was smooth, and we managed to visit the key locations without feeling rushed. Steve even helped us with photo spots and local tips. This tour is highly recommended for One Piece fans and even for those who just want to explore Kumamoto in a unique way. Thank you, Steve, for such a memorable experience!

Luca B.

5 / 5

Dec 10, 2025

ONE PIECE Statues Tour. All 10.

Dec 10, 2025

Kumamoto

7 hours 30 mins

“Perfect experience ”

We did the One Piece statues tour with Steve and it was truly what we where looking for. Quick disclaimer: if you arrived here because, like me, you are looking for a way to see all 10 statues of One Piece around Kumamoto be aware that doing so by yourself is virtually impossible, it would require several days and hours of walking in the cold. And this is where Steve comes in, he is a very nice guy, and will guide you around comfortably, while explaining the history and the life of Kumamoto. He will also arrange the tour on your specific needs, like we asked (we booked a night in a Ryokan in Aso, not far from Usopp statue and he took us to the Ryokan and helped with the check in), and takes you to buy all 10 status figure if you want. To summarize: really wonderful experience, let's you see all 10 statues in one day, driving around comfortably in a car, with a very nice guy. Thank you Steve.

Steve R.

Hi Luca! It was great taking you both around this city and outskirts. As you mentioned, some try the public transportation system to see the statues, I hope they have 4 free days to do so. I'd love to visit your city one day:).

Tamal N.

5 / 5

Dec 9, 2025

ONE PIECE Statues Tour. All 10.

Dec 9, 2025

Kumamoto

7 hours 30 mins

“Amazing Tour”

I went with Steve for this tour and had an amazing time. He told a lot about the history of Kumamoto and about his experience living there and I really enjoyed the conversations with him. Would really recommend to others.

Steve R.

Hi! We had many great conversations. I'm glad you enjoyed your time here in this wonderful city. I hope you enjoyed the rest of your stay in Japan:).