Aso
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Aso

Japan · Kumamoto

Aso is a city in northeastern Kumamoto Prefecture on the island of Kyushu, Japan, lying within the vast caldera of Mount Aso, one of the largest active volcanoes in the country. The area is known for its sweeping grasslands, grazing horses and cattle, and views of the volcanic peaks. Visitors come for the scenery, hiking, hot springs and the historic Aso Shrine.

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Local time
UTC+9 · 15 h ahead of Costa Rica
Region
Kumamoto
Main language
Japanese
On the map
32.95° N, 131.12° E

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