Explore Kumamoto uses Higo Ozu Station as a convenient pick up point for tours to Aso, Kurokawa, and Takachiho. Doing so saves valuable time as driving through Kumamoto City center adds on a lot of journey time to the tour. There is a frequent train service from Kumamoto City to Higo Ozu, journey times are between 30 and 40 mins and costs 460 yen one way. Check the timetable here.
See some images of the station here.
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