This might be a good time to patronize some of the fine establishments in the Aso area.

2014-12-26 19:12 JST 2014

"According to Kumamoto Prefecture, there were a total of 1,000 cancellations at facilities in the Aso and southern Aso areas between Nov. 25 and Dec. 11. Some facilities saw a 20 to 30 percent drop in visitors over the same period in 2013."

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Mount Aso eruption impacting tourism despite efforts to tout safety, view - AJW by The Asahi Shimbun

ASO, Kumamoto Prefecture--Although the continuing eruption of Mount Aso is hurting tourism, including the cancellation of accommodations in the surrounding area, local businesses are trying to lure visitors back, even promoting the view of the smoking mountain.

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