About Aso

Traditional festivals in Aso celebrate the region's culture and heritage, with events like the Aso Fire Festival featuring local dances and cultural performances. Aso Shrine, a historic Shinto shrine, adds a spiritual dimension to the region's attractions. With its traditional architecture, annual festivals, and serene atmosphere, the shrine is a significant cultural landmark.

Aso, located in Kumamoto Prefecture on the island of Kyushu, Japan, is a treasure trove of natural beauty, rich volcanic heritage, and agricultural abundance. This region is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, from the vast Aso Caldera to the lush Kusasenri Plateau, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers.Its unique geological features have also made it a favorable location for movie shoots, most notably "Ran" by Akira Kurosawa, Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine from the anime movie Into the Forest of Fireflies’ Light.

  • Aso Volcano

  • Komezuka Hill

  • Aso Mountain Featured in "Ran" by Akira Kurosawa

  • Kamishikimi kumanoza Shrine

  • Aso Shrine

  • Aso Annual Fire Festival

What Aso has to offer

Aso's fertile volcanic soil supports a thriving agricultural sector, producing some of Japan's finest food products. Aso Beef, or Akaushi, is a premium quality beef known for its rich flavor and tenderness, raised on the natural grasses of Aso's pastures. The region is also known for its dairy products, particularly Aso Milk. Local vegetables and fruits also thrive in Aso's fertile soil, with tomatoes, cabbages, and a variety of fresh produce available.

  • Kurokawa Onsen District in Aso

  • Natural Onsen in Aso Region

  • Free Ranged Akagyu

  • Aso Milk

  • Akagyu Donburi ( Akai Beef on rice)

  • Aso Pastures

Golfing Paradise

Additionally, the Aso region boasts around 30 golf courses, 11 of which are conveniently located within a half-hour drive from Meihodo. This makes it the perfect destination for golf enthusiasts seeking to spend their holidays surrounded by natural beauty.