Kusasenri
I came across the prairie of Kusasenri in the late afternoon. By this time, the sun was just beginning to set and the icy chill of the winter wind began to pick up speed.
This spot is another example of the variety of different landscapes of Kyushu. The prairie spreads wide and far until it hits the base of the mountain ranges of Mount Eboshidake in the distance.
In the summer, the grass turns a deep green and visitors can enjoy a day of horse riding and hiking here. In the wintertime though, there are no horses to be found in this area so if you are keen to take a walk through the plains, I would recommend checking the website to confirm schedules.
The view is also worth the pitstop if you happen to visit Mount Aso in the warmer months. When I visited, I saw people hiking and taking in the fresh mountain air. In the distance, I spied a cable car going up further into the mountains. However, this service is only available during certain months of the year.
On reflection, I would love to return to Kusasenri, perhaps during the spring so I could do a hike.
