【Kumamoto / Aso】 The Guardian of Aso with a 2,000-Year Legacy.

Aso Shrine, located in Aso City, Kumamoto Prefecture, is an iconic ancient shrine with a history spanning over 2,000 years. It enshrines twelve deities, led by Takeiwatatsu-no-mikoto, the founding deity of the Aso region. As the head of approximately 500 Aso shrines across Japan, its grand Romon gate is celebrated as one of the "Three Great Romon Gates of Japan." The surrounding shrine town features refreshing natural springs known as "Mizuki," offering a perfect blend of deep-rooted history and the lush natural beauty of Aso. 3083-1 Miyaji, Ichinomiya-machi, Aso City, Kumamoto 869-2612