The 9th Minami-Aso Wildflower Concert Dedicated to 'Hanasinobu', Which Grows Only in Aso, to be Held on Sunday, June 14th at Kyukamura Minami-Aso
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- The 9th Minami-Aso Wildflower Concert Dedicated to 'Hanasinobu', Which Grows Only in Aso, to be Held on Sunday, June 14th at Kyukamura Minami-Aso
- The 9th Minami-Aso Wildflower Concert ~Hanasinobu~ will be held on June 14th at Kyukamura Minami-Aso. This event, timed with the blooming season of the rare 'Hanasinobu' flower, which is endemic to Aso's grasslands and endangered, offers a chance to enjoy the harmony of early summer nature and music through performances by local bands and nature observation tours.
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- Date: June 11, 2026
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The 9th Minami-Aso Wildflower Concert ~Hanasinobu~ will be held on June 14th at Kyukamura Minami-Aso. This event, timed with the blooming season of the rare 'Hanasinobu' flower, which is endemic to Aso's grasslands and endangered, offers a chance to enjoy the harmony of early summer nature and music through performances by local bands and nature observation tours.
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- June 11, 2026
The 9th Minami-Aso Wildflower Concert ~Hanasinobu~ will be held on June 14th at Kyukamura Minami-Aso. This event, timed with the blooming season of the rare 'Hanasinobu' flower, which is endemic to Aso's grasslands and endangered, offers a chance to enjoy the harmony of early summer nature and music through performances by local bands and nature observation tours.
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Hanasinobu is a perennial herb that grows in mountainous grasslands, and currently, its wild growth is confirmed only in a very small part of the Aso region nationwide. It is classified as Critically Endangered IB, designated as a plant with an extremely high possibility of extinction.
The "9th Minami-Aso Wildflower Concert ~Hanasinobu~" will be held on Sunday, June 14th, at the Aso Nogusa Garden adjacent to "Kyukamura Minami-Aso" (Location: Takamori Town, Aso District, Kumamoto Prefecture; General Manager: Hideo Sei), a resort that inspires with nature, located in Takamori Town, known as the inner parlor of Minami-Aso, in the southern part of Kumamoto Prefecture, Aso.
This concert is an annual event held in conjunction with the best viewing season of "Hanasinobu," a rare flower that grows only in limited grasslands in Aso nationwide. Visitors can enjoy the harmony of early summer nature and music through the performances of local bands.
"Hanasinobu" is a perennial herb that grows in mountainous grasslands, and its currently confirmed habitats are limited to a very small part of the Aso region nationwide.
◆ "9th Minami-Aso Wildflower Concert ~Hanasinobu~" Overview
[Date and Time] Sunday, June 14th, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
[Venue] Kyukamura Minami-Aso Terrace House / Minami-Aso Visitor Center
[Admission Fee] Free
[Detailed URL] https://www.town.kumamototakamori.lg.jp/site/kanko/10355.html
[Organizer] Minami-Aso Wildflower Concert Executive Committee
[Sponsors] Ministry of the Environment Aso-Kuju National Park Management Office, Kumamoto Prefecture, Kumamoto Prefectural Cultural Association, Takamori Town, Minami-Aso Village, Tokai University, Gotsukou Research Group, Kyukamura Minami-Aso, Japan Mandolin Union, Kumamoto Nature Conservation Organizations Council, Association for Regional Symbiosis and Resource Utilization
[Secretariat] Takamori Town Hall, Policy Promotion Division (TEL: 0967-62-2913)
[Inquiries on the day] Minami-Aso Visitor Center (TEL: 0967-62-0911)
◆ Event Highlights
Performances by the Guitar Mandolin Club and Brass Band Club of Shokei Junior High and High School
On the day of the event, in addition to the Aso Nogusa Garden observation tour, there will be photo exhibitions of flora and fauna, introductions to the activities of nature conservation groups, and presentations by local junior high schools, high schools, and universities.
It is a day where you can learn about efforts to protect Aso's grasslands, wild plants, and nature, sparked by the Hanasinobu flower.
◆ Main Program
《Part 1》
10:30 AM - Minami-Aso Wildflower Concert in Kyukamura Minami-Aso Terrace House
- Shokei Junior High and High School Guitar Mandolin Club
- Minami-Aso Junior High School Brass Band Club
- Guitar Ensemble Collage
- Flute Ensemble '90 Syrinx
《Part 2》
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Aso Nogusa Garden Observation Tour in Minami-Aso Visitor Center
After reception at the Minami-Aso Visitor Center, participants will observe the Aso Nogusa Garden. The content will cover learning about the grasslands, wild plants, and natural environment of the Aso region.
[Reservations] Required by 5:00 PM the day before
Takatori Town Hall, Policy Promotion Division (Reception Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
TEL: 0796-62-2913 / Mail: seisaku@tkbb.jp
[Capacity] 20 people
《Other》
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Photo exhibition of flora and fauna and introduction to activities of nature conservation groups
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Activity report by students of Kumamoto Prefectural Kanoto Agricultural High School: "Let's Protect Kumamoto's Wild Plants"
- "Regional Collaboration Activity Report" by Tokai University's Aso MIRAI Plaza
◆ "Hand-Free Camping ~Triple Meat~" is Popularly Available at Kyukamura Aso Campground
The "Family Auto Campground" at Kyukamura Minami-Aso is an auto campground where you can park your car right next to your site. Stay in a pre-set tent, enjoy "Triple Meat BBQ" with beef, pork, and chicken for dinner, and the breakfast buffet at Kyukamura Minami-Aso for breakfast. You can enjoy the outdoors in the nature of Aso without bringing your own camping gear.
Furthermore, you can participate in the "Star Watching" program at the observatory, which is usually a program exclusive to hotel guests. Enjoy a stay unique to Minami-Aso, gazing at the night sky of Aso.
Period: Until November 30, 2026 (Monday)
Price: Adults ¥10,000 / Elementary school students ¥8,000 / Infants ¥5,000
*Infant meals will consist only of hamburger, sausage, and vegetables.
Detailed URL: https://www.qkamura.or.jp/aso/camp/
Triple Meat is hearty. Beef, pork, chicken, vegetables, and rice are provided as ingredients.
With the concept of "Azukinako," enjoy konkoromochi, zenzai, and a wide variety of desserts to make today a special occasion.
Start your breakfast with Kumamoto's soul noodle! Enjoy Kumamoto flavors such as Kumamoto Ramen and Taipeien.
◆ Kyukamura Minami-Aso
A hotel offering spectacular views of the panorama of the five Aso peaks and hot springs.
A resort hotel located at the foot of Mt. Aso, the world's largest caldera. The hotel offers a superb view of "Nekodake," one of Japan's 100 Famous Mountains among the five Aso peaks, and is conveniently located about a 10-minute drive from the trailhead during seasons like lush green spring and autumn foliage, making it a good base for hiking and mountain climbing.
Location: 3219 Takamori, Takamori Town, Aso District, Kumamoto Prefecture, 869-1602
General Manager: Hideo Sei
URL: https://www.qkamura.or.jp/aso/
◆ Kyukamura Resort that Inspires with Nature
Resort hotels located in excellent natural environments such as national and quasi-national parks, representing Japan's scenery. The 35 Kyukamura resorts, under the concept of "Resort that Inspires with Nature," offer opportunities to experience the unique charms of each location, including cuisine that utilizes local ingredients and experiential programs that connect with the region's nature, culture, and history, delivering moments that inspire the heart with nature to all guests.
The "9th Minami-Aso Wildflower Concert ~Hanasinobu~" will be held on Sunday, June 14th, at the Aso Nogusa Garden adjacent to "Kyukamura Minami-Aso" (Location: Takamori Town, Aso District, Kumamoto Prefecture; General Manager: Hideo Sei), a resort that inspires with nature, located in Takamori Town, known as the inner parlor of Minami-Aso, in the southern part of Kumamoto Prefecture, Aso.
This concert is an annual event held in conjunction with the best viewing season of "Hanasinobu," a rare flower that grows only in limited grasslands in Aso nationwide. Visitors can enjoy the harmony of early summer nature and music through the performances of local bands.
"Hanasinobu" is a perennial herb that grows in mountainous grasslands, and its currently confirmed habitats are limited to a very small part of the Aso region nationwide.
◆ "9th Minami-Aso Wildflower Concert ~Hanasinobu~" Overview
[Date and Time] Sunday, June 14th, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
[Venue] Kyukamura Minami-Aso Terrace House / Minami-Aso Visitor Center
[Admission Fee] Free
[Detailed URL] https://www.town.kumamototakamori.lg.jp/site/kanko/10355.html
[Organizer] Minami-Aso Wildflower Concert Executive Committee
[Sponsors] Ministry of the Environment Aso-Kuju National Park Management Office, Kumamoto Prefecture, Kumamoto Prefectural Cultural Association, Takamori Town, Minami-Aso Village, Tokai University, Gotsukou Research Group, Kyukamura Minami-Aso, Japan Mandolin Union, Kumamoto Nature Conservation Organizations Council, Association for Regional Symbiosis and Resource Utilization
[Secretariat] Takamori Town Hall, Policy Promotion Division (TEL: 0967-62-2913)
[Inquiries on the day] Minami-Aso Visitor Center (TEL: 0967-62-0911)
◆ Event Highlights
Performances by the Guitar Mandolin Club and Brass Band Club of Shokei Junior High and High School
On the day of the event, in addition to the Aso Nogusa Garden observation tour, there will be photo exhibitions of flora and fauna, introductions to the activities of nature conservation groups, and presentations by local junior high schools, high schools, and universities.
It is a day where you can learn about efforts to protect Aso's grasslands, wild plants, and nature, sparked by the Hanasinobu flower.
◆ Main Program
《Part 1》
10:30 AM - Minami-Aso Wildflower Concert in Kyukamura Minami-Aso Terrace House
- Shokei Junior High and High School Guitar Mandolin Club
- Minami-Aso Junior High School Brass Band Club
- Guitar Ensemble Collage
- Flute Ensemble '90 Syrinx
《Part 2》
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Aso Nogusa Garden Observation Tour in Minami-Aso Visitor Center
After reception at the Minami-Aso Visitor Center, participants will observe the Aso Nogusa Garden. The content will cover learning about the grasslands, wild plants, and natural environment of the Aso region.
[Reservations] Required by 5:00 PM the day before
Takatori Town Hall, Policy Promotion Division (Reception Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
TEL: 0796-62-2913 / Mail: seisaku@tkbb.jp
[Capacity] 20 people
《Other》
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Photo exhibition of flora and fauna and introduction to activities of nature conservation groups
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Activity report by students of Kumamoto Prefectural Kanoto Agricultural High School: "Let's Protect Kumamoto's Wild Plants"
- "Regional Collaboration Activity Report" by Tokai University's Aso MIRAI Plaza
◆ "Hand-Free Camping ~Triple Meat~" is Popularly Available at Kyukamura Aso Campground
The "Family Auto Campground" at Kyukamura Minami-Aso is an auto campground where you can park your car right next to your site. Stay in a pre-set tent, enjoy "Triple Meat BBQ" with beef, pork, and chicken for dinner, and the breakfast buffet at Kyukamura Minami-Aso for breakfast. You can enjoy the outdoors in the nature of Aso without bringing your own camping gear.
Furthermore, you can participate in the "Star Watching" program at the observatory, which is usually a program exclusive to hotel guests. Enjoy a stay unique to Minami-Aso, gazing at the night sky of Aso.
Period: Until November 30, 2026 (Monday)
Price: Adults ¥10,000 / Elementary school students ¥8,000 / Infants ¥5,000
*Infant meals will consist only of hamburger, sausage, and vegetables.
Detailed URL: https://www.qkamura.or.jp/aso/camp/
Triple Meat is hearty. Beef, pork, chicken, vegetables, and rice are provided as ingredients.
With the concept of "Azukinako," enjoy konkoromochi, zenzai, and a wide variety of desserts to make today a special occasion.
Start your breakfast with Kumamoto's soul noodle! Enjoy Kumamoto flavors such as Kumamoto Ramen and Taipeien.
◆ Kyukamura Minami-Aso
A hotel offering spectacular views of the panorama of the five Aso peaks and hot springs.
A resort hotel located at the foot of Mt. Aso, the world's largest caldera. The hotel offers a superb view of "Nekodake," one of Japan's 100 Famous Mountains among the five Aso peaks, and is conveniently located about a 10-minute drive from the trailhead during seasons like lush green spring and autumn foliage, making it a good base for hiking and mountain climbing.
Location: 3219 Takamori, Takamori Town, Aso District, Kumamoto Prefecture, 869-1602
General Manager: Hideo Sei
URL: https://www.qkamura.or.jp/aso/
◆ Kyukamura Resort that Inspires with Nature
Resort hotels located in excellent natural environments such as national and quasi-national parks, representing Japan's scenery. The 35 Kyukamura resorts, under the concept of "Resort that Inspires with Nature," offer opportunities to experience the unique charms of each location, including cuisine that utilizes local ingredients and experiential programs that connect with the region's nature, culture, and history, delivering moments that inspire the heart with nature to all guests.
FAQ
What kind of plant is 'Hanasinobu'?
'Hanasinobu' is a perennial herb that grows in mountainous grasslands and is classified as Critically Endangered IB. Its wild growth is confirmed only in a very small part of the Aso region nationwide.
What events are planned besides the concert?
There are various events to experience nature and local culture, including an observation tour of the Aso Nogusa Garden, photo exhibitions of flora and fauna, introductions to the activities of nature conservation groups, and presentations by local students.
What are the features of camping at Kyukamura Minami-Aso?
It's an auto campground where you can park your car next to your site, with pre-set tents. Dinner is BBQ, breakfast is a buffet, and you can also participate in the star-watching program exclusive to hotel guests.
How does this event contribute to nature conservation?
It provides an opportunity to raise awareness about the rare 'Hanasinobu' and deepen understanding of its conservation importance. It also aims to enhance overall nature conservation awareness in the region through introductions to the activities of nature conservation groups.
How can I access the concert venue?
For access by public transport or car, please check the detailed URL or contact the secretariat/daytime inquiry number. It is also advisable to check tourist information for the surrounding area.