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Mt. Kishima
Attraction
4.6 (84 reviews)
Mt. Kishima, Otohime, Aso, Kumamoto 869-2226, Japan
Highlights from Reviews
• panoramic views
The summit offers breathtaking 360-degree panoramic views of Aso's caldera, Mount Aso's crater, Kusasenri, and surrounding landscapes.
• easy accessibility
The trail is mostly paved with well-maintained stairs, making it accessible for beginners, families, and those with sneakers, without requiring special hiking gear.
• short hike
The hike to the summit is relatively short, typically taking only 20-40 minutes from the Kusasenri parking lot.
• high value
Many reviewers praise the hike as offering high cost-performance (CP value) for the effort, considering the magnificent views received.
• diverse scenery
From the top, visitors can see various prominent features including the active volcano crater, Kusasenri, Rice Mound (Komezuka), and the surrounding Aso mountain range.
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