📜 Volcanic gorge in Miyazaki Prefecture, formed by Mount Aso eruptions over 100,000 years ago.
🔍 Features 100-meter high basalt cliffs, a 3-meter wide chasm, and the 17-meter Minainotaki waterfall.
🌊 Row boats on emerald water for close-up views of cliffs and waterfall
🚶 Walk paved path along the gorge edge for elevated views
✨ See the gorge illuminated at night during warmer months
⛩️ Visit Takachiho Shrine nearby and watch sacred night dances
🚗 Accessible only by car or bus, limited public transport
⚠️ Boat rentals may close due to high water levels
🚌 Kanko bus runs from Kumamoto city and Aso twice a day.
💰 Boat rental 4100-5100 yen per boat (max 3 passengers) for 30 minutes.
🕒 Daily 8:30-17:00 for boat rentals; gorge illuminated evenings May-November.
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