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【Group Buses & Travel Agencies Welcome】 Daily Aso Mountain Helicopter Tours Now Departing from Aso Farm Land! Just 16 minutes by car from Kusasenri or Aso Station!

Only about 7 minutes by air to the Aso volcanic crater! We offer a wide range of flight plans — from a full 15-minute scenic tour over the Aso area to a casual 6-minute flight over Mt. Komezuka (from ¥16,500 per person).

Overview
ARILA Inc. (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Yota Matsumoto) will launch a new helicopter sightseeing service through its self-operated helicopter reservation service, "ARIAir," starting from Friday, April 25, 2025. The service will operate from the third parking lot (referred to as "Aso Farm Land Helipad") within the "Aso Genki no Mori" and "Aso Daizen Aso Kenko no Mori," which are managed by Aso Farm Land.From Aso Farm Land Heliport(located in Kumamoto Prefecture),ARIAir will begin offering helicopter sightseeing plans .This plan provides a unique experience where you can easily enjoy the breathtaking view of the majestic Aso volcano crater from the sky by helicopter.
Taking into account group buses and group tours, we have secured space for large buses to park near the helipad. Additionally, the facility offers a variety of amenities, including restaurants, souvenir shops, restrooms, hot springs, and accommodations, ensuring a comfortable wait for guests.

Mount Aso is one of the few active volcanoes in the world where you can get close to the crater, making it a famous volcanic tourist destination. It is highly popular among both international visitors and Japanese tourists.
Additionally, "Aso Genki no Mori" and "Dai Shizen Aso Kenko no Mori" have been certified as health promotion facilities by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare and Kumamoto Prefecture. Starting from Friday, April 25, 2025, a new activity will be introduced, allowing visitors to enjoy the magnificent natural beauty of Aso from the sky by helicopter.
In the future, ARILA will not only focus on expanding tourism demand in the Aso area but will also work as a key aerial platform for the entire Kyushu region.

【Perfect for social media!】 The view of Aso's volcanic crater from the sky is truly spectacular!
Aso Farm Land is conveniently located on the way from Fukuoka or Kumamoto Airport to Kusasenri, making it easy to stop by and experience a helicopter ride. Additionally, it is easily accessible by public transportation, including buses, making it very convenient.
【Aso Mountain Upper Terminal Line】 From Kumamoto Station, Sakura-machi Bus Terminal, and various locations within the city, take the bus via Kumamoto Airport and get off at the Aso Farm Land bus stop.
Details
⬛︎Start
Schedule: From Friday, April 25, 2025, daily operations.
Time: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM (last landing)
⬛︎Helicopter Sightseeing Plan
コース名 | Minute | 2 passengers | 3 passengers | 4 passengers |
---|---|---|---|---|
ショートコース(米塚) | 6 minutes | 33,000 JPY | 43,000 JPY | 53,000 JPY |
レギュラーコース(米塚・草千里) | 9 minutes | 49,500 JPY | 63,400 JPY | 77,300 JPY |
ロングコース(米塚・草千里・火口) | 15 minutes | 82,500 JPY | 102,500 JPY | 122,500 JPY |
プレミアムコース(阿蘇全体) | 30 minutes | 165,000 JPY | 210,000 JPY | 255,000 JPY |
※Each helicopter has a capacity of 4 passengers (ages 3 and above).
※Children aged 1 to 3 can be seated on their parent's lap, with a maximum of 2 children per parent. The fee is the same as for adults.
Flight Map

Aircraft used

Robinson R66
Equipped with a powerful turbine engine, this aircraft offers stable flight and a comfortable ride. The wide windows provide an excellent view, making it the perfect choice for scenic flights and travel.
・Total weight up to 285kg (including passengers and luggage)
・Luggage can be stored at the heliport.
・The weight limit per seat is 136kg.
Capacity: 4 passengers

ARILA Company Profile
Company name: ARILA.Co.,Ltd
Address: 7-1 Nihonbashikabutocho Chuo City, Tokyo, 103-0026 KABUTO ONE 9F
Company URL:https://arila.co.jp/
Service URL:https://ariair.arila.co.jp/
ARIAir (アリエアー)
For inquiries regarding helicopters:
support@airla.co.jp
050-1722-7671
Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Domestic Air Transport Agency License No. 263
Tokyo Metropolitan Government Registered Travel Agency Type 2 No. 8374
Tokyo International (Haneda) Airport On-site Business Rights No. 118
Narita International Airport On-Site Business License No. 2086
ARILA.Co.,Ltd is a comprehensive air infrastructure company that, with an eye toward realizing a "flying car society," provides high-value travel content through air mobility such as private jets and helicopters, while promoting the attraction of takeoff and landing sites across Japan.
ARILA.Co.,Ltd is a comprehensive air infrastructure company that, with a vision towards realizing a 'flying car society,' offers high-value travel content through air mobility services such as private jets and helicopters, while also promoting the development of takeoff and landing sites across Japan.
We have established an instant booking system for private jets and helicopters, and currently operate 'ARIAir' and 'Helicopter President' (with a total of 400,000 followers as of December 31, 2023).
Aso Farm Land (Aso Genki no Mori / Great Nature Aso Health Forest)
5579-3 Kawayou, Minami-Aso Village, Aso District, Kumamoto Prefecture
Open year-round / Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Click here for access
https://asofarmland.co.jp/access
Inquiries and Reservations
For general inquiries about day-use facilities:
0967-67-2100
For inquiries and reservations regarding accommodations:
0967-67-3737
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