Crater East Observatory

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Crater East Observatory is a superb view spot full of nature's power where you can feel the power of Aso Crater closest. From this observatory, you can overlook the rough but beautiful terrain created by the volcano's activities, and you can experience the earth's magnificent dynamism directly. The unique colors created by volcanic ash and the volcanic smoke soaring into the sky are very photogenic, and many photographers and travelers visit. For travelers who want to touch nature's wonders and want to get deep inspiration from the bottom of their hearts, it is a superb view famous place that should be visited at least once in your life.

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新阿蘇紀行（73.火口東側展望所～中岳～高岳登山ルート）

新阿蘇紀行（73.火口東側展望所～中岳～高岳登山ルート）

Aso Regional Promotion Design Center

新阿蘇紀行（72.仙酔峡～火口東展望所ルート）

新阿蘇紀行（72.仙酔峡～火口東展望所ルート）

Aso Regional Promotion Design Center

Crater East Observatory

Address
Kurokawa, Aso City, Kumamoto Prefecture
Website
https://asodc.or.jp/
Operator
Aso Regional Promotion Design Center

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