Handa Plateau

Handa Plateau stretches across an elevation range from 800 to 1,200 meters, offering expansive perspectives of the surrounding Aso Kuju National Park landscape.

The construction of Yamanami Highway in 1964 transformed the plateau into a major tourist destination, connecting it with Beppu Onsen and Yufuin to the north.

Local farmers maintain traditional agricultural practices on the fertile lands of the plateau, cultivating seasonal crops throughout the changing mountain climate.

Visitors can reach the plateau within 45 minutes by car from Yufuin, 60 minutes from Beppu, or 50 minutes from Aso using the mountain roads.

The plateau serves as a natural observation point where visitors can spot diverse wildlife species while experiencing four distinct seasonal transformations.

Location: Kokonoe

Website: https://kuju.jp

GPS coordinates: 33.14646,131.21420

Latest update: March 10, 2025 15:52