Nature & Hike · Kuju (Taketa)

Kuju Highland 久住高原

Open grasslands in Aso-Kuju National Park beneath the Kuju volcanoes, with flower parks, farms and panoramic drives.

HoursOpen at all times

PriceFree

Getting thereBungo-Taketa Station (JR Hohi Line), 30 min by car

Time neededHalf day

Best timeLate May-June for Miyama Kirishima azaleas; autumn for pampas grass

AddressKuju-machi, Taketa, Oita

Websitejapan.travel/en/spot/701

About

Kuju Highland spreads across the southern slopes of the Kuju mountains in Aso-Kuju National Park. Its grasslands are maintained by spring burning and are listed among Japan's 100 most fragrant landscapes. Kuju Flower Park, farms and hiking routes up Mt. Kuju make it a popular day out by car.

Highlights

Sweeping grassland views of the Kuju range
Pink Miyama Kirishima azaleas in early summer
Kuju Flower Park with some 500 flower varieties
Trailheads for Mt. Kuju

Tips

A rental car is the practical way to get around
Weather changes quickly at altitude; bring layers

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