Aso Cycling and Farming Private Tour

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Overview

Jump straight into the life of the people living in the countryside surrounding Mt. Aso, the largest active volcano in Japan. At a small bicycle shop located 900 m above sea level, we will gear up for our adventures. We head out into the wide symbolic grass fields of Aso, a legacy of the areas deep culture. Through the tour, we will experience how the landscapes changes from fields to forests and small mountain villages. The bicycle lets us freely explore this amazing landscape. We will make one 3 hour stop during the trip to visit a local farmer. Only for this tour, they allow us to follow them into their fields where we harvest vegetables and learn about their organic farming. Together we make classic Japanese home cooking that utilizes locally produced food and ingredients of the season. Join us for a tour that allows for free exploration and interacting with locals and their culture. Be prepared for a day of new experiences in a part of Japan you have never seen before!

Meeting Point

San Ai Resthouse can be found at the Se no Moto crossing along Yamanami highway (Prefectural road route 11).

End Point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Start Time

Before 30 Minutes

Pickup Details

For guests who can't get to the starting point of the tour by themselves, we can arrange a free shuttle service within Minamioguni town. Mainly from the bus station by the town hall (connects to Kumamoto city, Oita, and Fukuoka) or the hot spring area Kurokawa onsen.

What To Expect

1. Senomoto Kogen We start off the day by mounting our bikes before we set out from the wide open grasslands of Senomoto Kogen on top of the north rim of Aso's volcanic caldera. 30 minutes

2. Minamioguni-machi We will cycle downhill through the varied landscape of Minamioguni town until we reach Gonbei Mura, an atmospheric bed & breakfast run by a lovely elderly couple. Here we will have a break and enjoy making lunch together with vegetables from their farm. 3 hours

3. Manganji Onsen We continue cycling down through the small mountain villages. Along the way we stop by places such as Mangan-ji Onsen, one of the oldest settlements in the area where people live by utilising the local hot spring. 40 minutes

4. We will pass through Akababa, which is the center of Minamioguni town, as we head towards Shimojo Kinoko-En in Nakabaru area. This is a family run Shiitake mushroom farm where we will get a glimpse into the life of a young farmer. 1 hour

5. Kiyora-casa Finally we will arrive at the town's farmers' market where the tour will end. Enjoy an ice cream, a coffee, or just a toilet break before heading towards your next adventure! Thank you for participating! 30 minutes

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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