natural wonder
Mount Aso Caldera
One of the world's largest volcanic calderas in Kyushu with an active smoking crater and vast green grasslands.
53 km · about 60 min drive
Kumamoto, Japan · Asia
Wakasu sits on the route: 10 minutes from Yatsushiro, 53km from Mount Aso Caldera.
Wakasu is a town located in Kumamoto, Japan. With a population of 11,094, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Wakasu sits in Japan, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Tokyo time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Wakasu to your route.
Yatsushiro (八代郡, Yatsushiro-gun) is a district located in Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan. As of the Yatsushiro merger (but with 2003 population estimates), the district has an estimated population of 13,524 and a density of 406 persons per square kilometer. The total area is 33.29 km2.
Compare prices across Booking.com, Airbnb, Expedia, and more. Select your dates to see availability.
Pick your must-haves once: provider links open pre-filtered. Each filter lists which sites it applies to.
Compare before you book!
Prices can vary significantly between platforms. We recommend checking at least 2-3 sites to find the best deal for your stay in Wakasu.
Discover famous landmarks, scenic roads, and more near Wakasu.
Wakasu offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.
Plan your road trip to Wakasu with Plan Your Road Trips! Add Wakasu as a destination, and we'll help you find the best route and discover more amazing places along the way.
Wakasu is located in Kumamoto, Japan, Asia. The coordinates are 32.6035 latitude, 130.6434 longitude.
Wakasu has a population of approximately 11,094 people, making it a town in Japan.
Add to your itinerary
Start planning your road trip with Wakasu as a destination. Create a custom route and discover more amazing places along the way.
Start Road TripDiscover destinations like Tinder
Swipe through stunning destinations near Wakasu. Save your favourites and add them to your trip.
Essential numbers in Japan
Japan Helpline (24h English assistance): 0570-000-911. An International Driving Permit (1949 convention) is required to drive.
Full driving guide for Japan2 notable places within an hour's drive.
natural wonder
One of the world's largest volcanic calderas in Kyushu with an active smoking crater and vast green grasslands.
53 km · about 60 min drive
photogenic
A moss-covered stone stairway of roughly 100 steps climbing through cedar forest to a shrine below a rock face pierced by a huge natural window. Reached by a short walk from a small car park in the Aso caldera.
56 km · about 65 min drive
Other places to explore near Wakasu.
Create your perfect itinerary with our calendar-based planner. Add stops, discover attractions along the way, and share your trip with friends.
Start Planning