Located in Aso City, Kumamoto Prefecture, this roadside station offers a breathtaking view of the five peaks of Aso. It features a diverse selection of local specialties, including seasonal vegetables and fruits, meat, dairy products, sweets, and handmade bento.
The facility is adorned with native trees such as Konara oak, which not only reflects the changing seasons but also frames the stunning scenery, enhancing the visitor experience. This thoughtful landscaping invites guests to immerse themselves in the charm of Aso
and encourages frequent visits.
As a key information hub for Aso City, the station houses a tourist information desk staffed with experts who provide assistance in Japanese, English, and Chinese. They offer valuable information on sightseeing, transportation, and local events.
Additionally, the station hosts a variety of events to help visitors make the most of their time in Aso, including cycling, trekking,
and local exploration activities.
Parking lot
Motorcycle parking area
Bicycle parking area
The rest area with wooden flooring inside the ASO田園空間博物館 (ASO Rural Space Museum) is available for your use. Please feel free to use it (except during closing hours and for training purposes).
24-hour handwashing facility
The outdoor handwashing facility at Roadside Station Aso is now available for use 24 hours a day! It is open to everyone, and the water is potable. Refresh yourself with Aso’s water☆ (The handwashing facility is located between the information center and the outdoor restrooms.)
24-hour restrooms
There are nursing rooms, child-friendly restrooms, multipurpose restrooms, a powder room, and an information corner.
Charging facilities / Electric vehicle charging
Charging for electric vehicles is available for a fee.
Usage Cards: To use the charging station, you need to have an eMP (NCS) card, a dedicated “charging card” issued by various automobile manufacturers, or an EneGate card. Please note that cash payments are not accepted.
Charging Time: The maximum charging time is 30 minutes.
Output: 25 kW (fast charging)
Hours of Operation: 24 hours
Number of Charging Stations: 1
Location: Inside the first parking lot of Michi no Eki Aso (1440-1 Kurokawa, Aso City, Kumamoto Prefecture)
Electric bikes
Free Wifi
Free Wi-Fi is available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Nearby Spot: “Fountain Plaza” (1-minute walk from the roadside station)
Fountain Show Hours: 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM
11:00 AM to 6:30 PM (every 30 minutes)
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM (every 20 minutes)
Facility Information
Total site area: 9,500 square meters Parking lot area: 6,500 square meters Parking capacity: 164 vehicles (147 regular cars, 15 large vehicles, 2 spaces for people with disabilities), 10 motorcycle spaces, 21 bicycle spaces (including scooters, with saddle racks for road bikes) Michi no Eki Aso Main Building (ASO Rural Space Museum Information Center): 500 square meters 24-hour restrooms (including nursing room): 288 square meters (24-hour restrooms) [Men’s (large): 2, Men’s (small): 4, Women’s: 10, Children’s: 4, Multipurpose: 3] (Inside the Information Center) [Men’s (large): 1, Men’s (small): 3, Women’s: 3, Accessible: 2] Public phone: 1 Digital signage: 3
