Men no Ishi

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Men no Ishi (Stone of Exemption) is a very mysterious and strange stone that was once sandwiched in the Aso mountainside. In this place, nature that has been created over a long history and people's faith are tied, giving deep impression to visiting people. Quiet nature spreads around the stone, and you can spend a calm time while feeling the depth of history. For travelers who have deep interest in Japan's ancient history and nature's wonder, the legend and mysterious air, and soak in history's activities, it is the best historical spot that stimulates intellectual curiosity.

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新阿蘇紀行（56.免の石）

新阿蘇紀行（56.免の石）

Aso Regional Promotion Design Center

Men no Ishi

Address
Kawain, Minamiaso Village, Aso District, Kumamoto Prefecture
Website
https://minamiaso.info/
Operator
Minamiaso Tourism Bureau

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