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[Kumamoto City to Aso] Private SightseeingTaxi: Explore Takachiho and Aso

5.00· 7 reviews

Highlights

  • Easy travel from Kumamoto City to Aso with a private sightseeing taxi
  • Visit Takachiho, Shirakawa Spring, and Mount Aso crater
  • Private tour allows adding or changing stops!
  • Up to 4 people: standard car, up to 9 people: jumbo taxi

What to expect

Visit top spots like Takachiho Gorge, Amano Iwato Shrine, and Mount Aso. Convenient pick-up from Kumamoto City hotels, Kumamoto Station, or Kumamoto Airport. Enjoy chartered travel for a flexible and comfortable sightseeing experience!

What's included

  • Charter Fee

About this experience

Starting at
09:00, 10:00, 11:00

Schedule

  1. Pick-Up at Kumamoto Station, Kumamoto Airport, or Your Hotel in Kumamoto City
  2. Tour Starts!
    【Model Plan】
    Takachiho Gorge → Amano Iwato Shrine → Shirakawa Spring → Mount Aso Nakadake Crater → Kusasenri
  3. Takachiho Gorge
    A breathtaking gorge formed by cooled and eroded lava from Mount Aso's volcanic activity. The iconic "Manai Falls," one of Japan's Top 100 Waterfalls, is best viewed from a rental boat for an unforgettable experience.
  4. Amano Iwato Shrine
    This shrine enshrines the cave where the sun goddess Amaterasu is said to have hidden, as described in Japanese mythology. Nearby is Amano Yasugawara, where countless gods gathered to discuss how to bring light back to the world.
  5. Shirakawa Spring
    Located in Minami Aso, this spring produces 60 tons of crystal-clear water per minute at a constant 14°C. Designated as one of Japan's Top 100 Springs, visitors can take home the fresh water, which attracts fans from far and wide.
  6. Mount Aso Nakadake Crater
    Mt. Aso boasts the world's largest caldera, w/ a circumference of about 130 km. Within the outer rim lies the Aso Five Peaks, including Nakadake, which remains active today. The massive 4-km-wide crater offers a close-up view of dynamic landscapes and intense white smoke rising from the volcano.
  7. Kusasenri
    One of Aso’s iconic spots, Kusasenri offers stunning views of Mount Naka emitting smoke, a large pond, and grazing horses. Enjoy the vast and beautiful scenery.
  8. Arrive at Aso, Tour Ends

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Location and Directions

  • 熊本駅

    Kasuga, Nishi Ward, Kumamoto, 860-0047, Japan

    熊本駅

Additional notes

  • The course order or content may change depending on the departure/arrival location, start time, weather, or day (holidays).
  • The listed schedule is an example. Additions or changes are possible—please contact for requests.
  • Fees do not include tolls, parking, or entrance fees.
  • For overnight stays, an additional driver accommodation fee of around ¥8,000 per night applies.

Operated by

KUMAMOTO TAXI (Code:194522)

Cancellation policy

  • 1-3 business days before (by 6:00 PM local time): 30%
  • 1 business day before (by 6:00 PM local time): 50%
  • On the activity day / No-show: 100%

Reviews

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I was able to do everything I wanted.
Posted Date: 2026/05/25
すう
Although it was an inefficient itinerary in terms of time, as we went to pick up the boat tickets and the Amaterasu Railway tickets on the same day, the driver was always willing to help and drove skillfully, making it a memorable trip. Thank you very much.当日ボートのチケットをとりにいったりあまてらす鉄道のチケットを取りに行ったりで時間としては効率の悪い旅程となりましたが、運転手さんはいつも快く引き受けてくださって運転もお上手で心に残る旅となりました
ありがとうございました
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I was able to ride a boat at Takachiho Gorge 🎵
Posted Date: 2026/01/30
コテツ
I thought it would be impossible to ride the boat alone, but when I asked, the driver kindly (or maybe forcefully?) agreed to join me. 👍
I had a flight time at Kumamoto Airport, and they hurried to get me there early. ☺
Thank you for the enjoyable time with so many topics to talk about in the car! 😆💕✨
I will definitely use your service again! 👍一人でボートにのるのが無理かなと思ってましたが駄目もとでお願いしたところ快く？無理やり？運転手さんに一緒に乗ってもらいました👍
熊本空港でのフライトの時間があり急いでくださって早めに空港に送っていただきました☺
車内でも話題豊富で楽しい時間をありがとうございました😆💕✨
また利用させていただきますね👍
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You can have a great sightseeing experience!
Posted Date: 2024/11/26
ma
Thank you for all your support! The driver was also a nice person and taught us a lot. It was not just sightseeing, but we were able to understand while we toured. Thank you for the wonderful experience!色々対応して頂きありがとうございました！
運転手さんも良い方で色々教えていただきました。
みるだけの観光ではなく、理解しながら観光が出来ました。
良い観光をありがとうごさいました！
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Reply from KUMAMOTO TAXI
Thank you for using our sightseeing taxi service this time. We sincerely apologize for the trouble at the departure point. I'm glad to hear that the subsequent sightseeing went smoothly. If you have the opportunity to visit Kumamoto again, we look forward to hearing from you.今回、弊社観光タクシーをご利用いただきありがとうございました。出発点でのトラブル誠に申し訳ございませんでした。その後の観光はスムーズに運行できたようで良かったです。また、来熊の機会がございましたら、是非ご連絡をお待ちしております。
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I had a wonderful time even without any knowledge of the area.
Posted Date: 2024/10/29
Cavallo
The driver was very kind, walking with us to explain the tourist spots, stopping at scenic locations for photo opportunities, and providing exceptional service, making for a very enjoyable sightseeing experience. It was my first trip to Kyushu, and I thoroughly enjoyed Takachiho and Aso. Above all, the flexibility in the order of places to visit, as well as the ability to accommodate our desired locations and time, was very good.とても親切な運転手さんで、観光地も一緒に歩いて説明していただいたり、途中景色の良い場所で停車して写真撮影をしていただいたりと至れり尽くせりで、非常に楽しい観光でした。初めての九州旅行でしたが、高千穂、阿蘇を十二分に堪能しました。何よりも回る順番、行きたい場所や時間など、色々と融通がきくのがとても良いです。
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It was an amazing experience!
Posted Date: 2024/02/12
嘭嘭象
Writing in Chinese should help some friends from China ₍˄·͈༝·͈˄*₎◞ ̑̑
Since I don't have an international driver's license and thought renting a car would be troublesome, I wanted to save time to visit Takachiho Gorge and Sōun-kyō. Originally, I planned to take a bus, but while researching, I stumbled upon this website. Honestly, I was quite worried about whether there would be any issues when booking... Even on the day of the trip, I felt a bit uneasy.
However, when I saw the taxi driver's de… Writing in Chinese should help some friends from China ₍˄·͈༝·͈˄*₎◞ ̑̑
Since I don't have an international driver's license and thought renting a car would be troublesome, I wanted to save time to visit Takachiho Gorge and Sōun-kyō. Originally, I planned to take a bus, but while researching, I stumbled upon this website. Honestly, I was quite worried about whether there would be any issues when booking... Even on the day of the trip, I felt a bit uneasy.
However, when I saw the taxi driver's decorated car, I relaxed completely. The entire experience was very pleasant. The driver was very professional, both as a driver and a guide, familiar with various routes, and had an elegant demeanor. He also tailored our trip based on our preferences through our conversations, taking us to places we might be interested in. He introduced us to many attractions' origins and details, took us to eat at great little restaurants, and shared information about local specialties. Along the way, he also chatted with us about local customs.
Overall, it was a very enjoyable experience. Not only did it save time, but we also got to visit every attraction and learned a lot about the local culture.
I am really grateful!

The only requirement is that you should know a bit of Japanese. I lived in Tokyo for a few years, so communication wasn't a big issue, and the driver also knew a little English. Although translation technology is quite advanced now, back-and-forth communication can take some time, especially when you're in the car and can't wait... So I suggest knowing a bit of Japanese is better! It feels very safe and secure! Plus, the pick-up and drop-off are directly at the hotel, and the service was really excellent＼\\٩( 'ω' )و //／ If any friends from China see this comment while planning to visit, feel free to make a reservation!!! It's really great! 用中文写应该能帮助一些中国朋友₍˄·͈༝·͈˄*₎◞ ̑̑
因为没有国际驾照加上觉得租车麻烦又想节省时间去高千穗峡和草千里，本来预定是要坐巴士之类的在查资料的时候偶尔看到了这个网站。老实说预定的时候我还挺担心会不会有什么问题……哪怕是到了当天我也有些不安。
但是看到出租车司机的痛车的时候整个人都放松了，全程非常愉悦，司机不管是作为司机还是导游都非常专业，熟知各种路线，举止优雅，并且还会从聊天中根据我们的喜好带我们去我们可能有兴趣的地方。也会给我们介绍很多景点的由来和细节，带我们去吃好吃的小餐馆，以及给我们介绍那里的… 用中文写应该能帮助一些中国朋友₍˄·͈༝·͈˄*₎◞ ̑̑
因为没有国际驾照加上觉得租车麻烦又想节省时间去高千穗峡和草千里，本来预定是要坐巴士之类的在查资料的时候偶尔看到了这个网站。老实说预定的时候我还挺担心会不会有什么问题……哪怕是到了当天我也有些不安。
但是看到出租车司机的痛车的时候整个人都放松了，全程非常愉悦，司机不管是作为司机还是导游都非常专业，熟知各种路线，举止优雅，并且还会从聊天中根据我们的喜好带我们去我们可能有兴趣的地方。也会给我们介绍很多景点的由来和细节，带我们去吃好吃的小餐馆，以及给我们介绍那里的特产比较好啥的。一路上也跟我们聊了一些当地的风俗。
整体非常愉快，不仅节约了时间，还把每个景点都玩到了，除此之外还了解了到了很多当地的文化。
真的非常感谢！

唯一有点要求的是得会点日语，我在东京生活过几年所以交流上问题不大，对方也会一点英语。虽然现在翻译机技术也很成熟了，但一来一去会耽误一些时间，尤其是在车上的时候是等不了了……所以建议还是会点日语好一些！非常安心安全！而且接送都是直接到旅店，服务真的非常好了＼\\٩( 'ω' )و //／如果有中国来玩的小伙伴偶尔看到这条评论，放心上预约！！！真的很好！
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It was very good.
Posted Date: 2023/05/06
Haku
It was a fulfilling day as we were able to visit all the spots despite the traffic forecast. Thank you to the driver for your hard work. I learned a lot from the various introductions and gained a wealth of knowledge.渋滞予想ですが、全てのスポットを回ることができて、充実な一日でした。
運転手さん、ご苦労様でした。
ところどころ紹介していて、たくさんの知識を聞いて、大変勉強になりました。
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Reply from KUMAMOTO TAXI
Thank you for using our taxi service for your sightseeing. We are glad to hear that you were satisfied. We look forward to serving you again on your next visit to Kumamoto.この度は弊社タクシーでの観光をご利用頂き、ありがとうございました。
ご満足いただけたようで嬉しく思います。　またの来熊の機会がございましたらご利用お待ちしております。
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Posted Date: 2023/05/05
kik
The driver was kind and it was really fun. The pacing was adjusted to our needs, and the timing for bathroom breaks was considerate. I think all the discussions about history and culture were perfect.ドライバーさんが親切で本当に楽しかったです。こちらに合わせたペース配分やトイレの確認タイミング、気配り。歴史や文化のお話しなどどれも完璧だったと思います。
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Reply from KUMAMOTO TAXI
Thank you for your continued support. We appreciate your use of our taxi service this time. The driver who assisted you is Takashiro, our company's number one sightseeing driver. We are delighted to hear that you were satisfied with the service.

If you have the opportunity to visit Kumamoto again, we look forward to your use of our taxi service.

Thank you very much.

Kumamoto Taxi Co., Ltd. Matsuokaお世話になります。この度は弊社タクシーのご利用ありがとうございます。
今回ご案内したドライバーは高城と言いまして弊社NO.1の観光ドライバーです。ご満足いただけて嬉しく思います。
また、来熊の機会がございましたら是非、弊社タクシーをご利用いただけますようお待ちしおります。
ありがとうございました。

熊本タクシー㈱　　松岡
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