Kusasenri-ga-hama Grassland & Mount Aso Crater, Aso, Kumamoto

About this place

Live Stream | Kusasenri-ga-hama Plateau & Mount Aso Volcano, Aso, Kumamoto, Japan. Sprawling across a vast double crater floor beneath Mount Eboshidake, Kusasenri-ga-hama is Kumamoto's most awe-inspiring volcanic meadow, featuring shimmering rainwater ponds and free-grazing horses against the smoking crater of Mount Nakadake. Travelers ride horseback across the grassy plains while breathing in crisp mountain air. Around the visitor observatory, don't miss Kumamoto's iconic Akaushi beef bowls—heaped with tender, flame-seared lean red beef—at Dou-Dou, followed by rich, creamy Aso Jersey milk soft ice cream.

✦ Must-Visit Highlights:

▸ Miraculous Volcanic Meadow: Walk across the immense green crater plateau framed by billows of volcanic steam from Mount Nakadake.

▸ Horseback Riding Trails: Experience guided equestrian treks around natural reflecting ponds and rolling emerald hills.

▸ Prized Aso Akaushi Beef Donburi: Savor succulent, rare-grilled Kumamoto Akaushi wagyu steak bowls at Dou-Dou observatory diner.