Mount Aso

Mount Aso forms a massive caldera measuring 120 kilometers in circumference with five distinct peaks, reaching an elevation of 1,592 meters above sea level.

Four major volcanic eruptions between 90,000 and 300,000 years ago created the Aso caldera, which stands as one of the most substantial geological formations in Japan.

The peaks of Mount Aso form a natural shape that local residents interpret as a sleeping Buddha figure, with Nakadake Peak representing the central point.

Regular bus services operate between JR Aso Station and Nakadake Crater, while access to certain areas varies depending on current volcanic activity levels.

The volcano supports local agriculture through its mineral-rich soil deposits, enabling farmers to cultivate crops within the world's largest active volcanic crater.

Location: Kumamoto Prefecture

Made from material: andesite

Part of: Top 100 Geological Sites in Japan, 100 Famous Japanese Mountains, Aso Caldera

Address: Mount Aso, Takawara, Aso, Kumamoto 869-2223, Japan 869-2223 Aso

GPS coordinates: 32.88485,131.08566

Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:05