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Aso Panorama Line

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Aso Panorama Line

A scenic drive along a magical carpet green.

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Aso-Panorama Line is the 37-km long scenic route in the center of the Mount Aso caldera that runs the north, west and south routes towards the 5 mountains of Aso. All three directions of the path meet in the midde, making their way towards Aso Sanjo Public Square. Here you’ll find unrivaled views of the Somma volcano, and the wide open green of the great outdoors as you discover the best scenic spots of Aso.

JR Aso Station serves as the starting point of the Bochu central highway, Prefectural Road 111, that stretches from the north. First it’ll take you over Kusasenri to a series of winding roads. The “Akamizu” road that stretches from the west (Prefectural Road 298) was started as Aso Farm Land, and is home to Komezuka, the volcanic cone nearby. The Yoshida Line, as it stretches from the south (Prefectural Road 111), will bring you north past the village of Minamiaso, towards a out of this world view of the mountain cliffs. For visitors to Aso, this is the best drive to enjoy its scenic tourism.

Highlights

  • A scenic mountain route across Mt. Aso that connects Aso City to Minamiaso Village.
  • Along the route you’ll find Kusasenri, Komezuka and other countless iconic Aso destinations.
  • Driving route in Aso with gorgeous outdoors escapes.

Photos

  • The peace Aso landscapes rolling by as you go.

    The peace Aso landscapes rolling by as you go.

  • Hugged on both sides by nothing by the great outdoors of Aso’s natural beauty.

    Hugged on both sides by nothing by the great outdoors of Aso’s natural beauty.

  • The road up into the mountains of Aso.

    The road up into the mountains of Aso.

  • Drive alongside Komezuka, the 80m high mini volcano.

    Drive alongside Komezuka, the 80m high mini volcano.

  • The acclaimed driving route filled with the best of Aso’s vast, great out outdoors.

    The acclaimed driving route filled with the best of Aso’s vast, great out outdoors.

Reviews

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  • Linda Liao
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    The scenery along the way is breathtaking, with the vast, lush green grasslands of Aso stretching out before you, set against magnificent mountains and a deep blue sky. It really lets you appreciate the beauty of nature. The Aso Panorama Line isn't difficult to reach, and it's easy to plan a trip even if it's your first visit. Aso's beauty is well worth experiencing in person〜

  • Emma Lee
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    Driving along the Aso Panorama Line was just amazing! The scenery was so stunning the whole way, I honestly didn’t want it to end!

  • 柳慧蜜
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    Along the way, you can see Nakadake with smoke rising from it! You’ll also spot the Five Ponds and horses grazing on the grasslands of Kusasenri. Such a scenic drive!

  • Norman Gale
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    There aren't many people or cars, and the scenery is really pleasant.

Details

Name in Japanese
阿蘇パノラマライン
Address
Between Kurokawa (Aso City, Kumamoto) and Shimono and Ichizeki (Minamiaso Village)
Telephone
0967-34-1600 (Aso Information Center)
Hours
Always open to traffic.
Access
40 min. drive from the Kumamoto IC on the Kyushu Expressway.
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