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  • Shiroyama Observation Deck
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    Kumamoto Pref. Asoshi Ichinomiyamachisanno 2351
    This viewpoint is located 748 meters above sea level. Located at the start of the Yamanami Highway that leads to Beppu, it's a nice spot for a break while driving. It has a magnificent view of Aso Gogaku, the five peaks of Mt. Aso-with the farmland of the Aso Valley stretching below. On autumn early mornings when conditions are right, you might see the phenomenon known as unkai, a sea of clouds.

    We were heading back to Fukuoka and this lookout is on the way and we made a quick stop. The view is very beautiful looking back down the flat valley at Aso station and surrounding mountains...

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  • Kabutoiwa Observatory
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    Kumamoto Pref. Asoshi Nishikozono
    This is an observatory deck on the prefectural road Route 339 (Milk Road). Here one can see the five peaks of Mt. Aso and its outer crater rim, and a sea of clouds in the early morning. It’s recommended for a drive break, or to use the shop or 24-hour toilet facilities.

    訪問は１２月の２０日過ぎ、地震によって元々あった展望所が壊れたようで、まだ重機で整地？していた。 杭の内側までは行けるのでギリギリまで行って景色を堪能。 曇り空ではあったが、噴煙もバッチリ！大観峰より噴煙は見やすいかも。

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  • Daikanbo Observation Deck
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    Kumamoto Aso-shi Yamada 2090-8
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  • Tawarayama Observatory
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    Kumamoto Pref. Asogunminamiasomura Kain Mt. Wakari
    This is an observatory on the prefectural road Route 28. Take the short mountain road from the roadside car park, and one can see all from Mt. Kuju to Komezuka, the five peaks of Mt. Aso, and other Aso scenery. In addition, the southern outer crater rim promenade facing the summit of Mt. Tawarayama begins from here. It also features convenient shopping and toilet facilities.
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  • Minami Aso Panorama Line Observation Deck
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    Kumamoto Aso-gun Minamiasomura Nakamatsu
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  • Takabutoyama Lookouts
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    Kumamoto Pref. Kamiamakusashi Matsushimamachiamura
    This observation platform is in Kamiamakusa City. The nationally designated scenic spot overlooks Unzen-Amakusa National Park and the islands of Amakusa Matsushima. You can also see the first to the fifth bridges that connect the Amakusa Islands. There are 30 cherry trees on the hilltop around the lookout, so there are lots of visitors in spring when the flowers are in bloom.
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  • Mt. Senganzan Lookout
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    Kumamoto Pref. Kamiamakusashi Matsushimamachiaitsu
    This observatory is in Kamiamakusa City. Designated a National Cultural Property and Place of Scenic Beauty, it has a view of the Amakusa Islands and the five bridges that connect them. You can see the Ariake Sea to the west, the Yastsushiro Sea to the east, and even out to Mt. Aso on clear days. Around the lookout are both wild mountain cherry trees and ones that have been planted. It's a popular spot when they're in bloom.
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  • Amakusa Matsushima Observation Deck
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    Kumamoto Pref. Kamiamakusashi Matsushimamachiaitsu 5986
    This 20-meter high lookout is near Matsushima Bridge, one of the five bridges connecting the Amakusa Islands. It has a view of the five bridges, seasonal island scenery, and even the Shimabara Peninsula and Mt. Unzen on clear days. It's also a great spot to catch the sunset and has been chosen as one of Japan’s 100 best sunset destinations. Since there's a parking lot, it's easy to stop off while you're driving by.
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  • Hiranodai Highland Viewing Platform (Lovers Hill)
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    Kumamoto Aso-gun Minamiogunimachi Manganji Hiranodai
    "This observatory is located a 10-minute drive from Kurokawa Onsen. From here visitors can get a sweeping view which stretches from Seiryu-no-mori to the five peaks of Mt. Aso. The observatory's sprawling panoramic view encompasses the Kuju Mountain Range to the east and Mt. Aso to the south, and, if you come here early in the morning and are lucky, you might just get to see the area's famous ""sea of clouds."" The observatory has been designated a Lover's Sanctuary, and it is said that couples who ring the observatory's bell make a vow of everlasting love. The observatory is also little-affected by city lights and the area's skies are clear, and at night it becomes a popular photography spot from which you can see star-filled skies."
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  • Kamiamakusa City Country Park Hanamizuki Observation Deck
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    Kumamoto Kamiamakusa Oyanomachi Kami 732-1 「Spa Thalasso Amakusa」 Yoko
    This scenic overlook park is located on a hill on Oyano Island. From the sailing ship-themed observatory, visitors can get a sweeping view of the Ariake Sea. A place where everyone from children to adults can have fun, the park is the location of Spa Thalasso Amakusa, which has a hot spring bathhouse and heated pool; and is also replete with walking paths and a flower square. The observatory has a mast and ship's steering wheel, and visitors can feel like they're on a sailing ship in spite of its landlocked location. The observatory is also famous for its view of the setting sun, which is so beautiful, visitors are sure never to forget the sight of the sun sinking into the ocean as seen from here.
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  • Kamiamakusa Mui Observatory
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    6 Reviews
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    Kumamoto Pref. Kamiamakusashi Ryugatakemachiodou 3360-47

    龍ヶ岳の展望台にあります。芝生が広がり駐車場なども整備されていますが、ここに来るまでの道が狭いです。国道からの距離もあり、道幅は狭く途中すれ違いができるところも限られます。私は景色より、ここまでの道と施設のギャップに驚きました。

  • Seiwa Kogen Astronomical Observatory
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    Kumamoto Kamimashiki-gun Yamatocho Imuta 1238-14

    風の音と鳥のさえずりだけが聞こえる自然を思い切り満喫できる場所です。 天体観測はとても綺麗で、夜中に自分たちで見ることのできる星空は素晴らしいようです。（私たちは天体観測は十二分に楽しめましたが、夜中は残念ながら見れませんでした。） ただ、５月初旬の気候でも夜中は半端なく冷え込みます。こたつとファンヒーターを使うくらい寒かったので、夜中の観測を考えている方は万全の服装をおススメします。又、ピクニッ...

  • Minami Aso Luna Astronomical Observatory
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    Kumamoto Aso-gun Minamiasomura Shirakawa 1810

    主廚相當厲害，知道如何將蔬菜的鮮甜以最好的烹調方式呈現，即便做法簡單，但每一口都吃到好食材的感動，來住宿，大力推䔃一定要訂早晚餐。

  • Kikaigaura Observation Deck
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    Kumamoto Amakusa-shi Amakusamachi Shimodakita
  • Kumamoto Prefectural Astronomical Observatory
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    Kumamoto Kumamoto-shi Minami-ku Jonanmachi Tsukawara 2016
  • Nishi Koshi Library Astronomical Observatory
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    Kumamoto Koshi-shi Miyoshi 1661-265
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Kumamoto lies in the center of Kyushu, a calm prefecture perfect for easy strolls around the historic center and lazy evenings in the natural hot springs at Kurokawa Onsen. For a slightly more strenuous activity, head to Mount Aso, whose surrounding hills offer hiking opportunities aplenty with views over the active volcano.

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