Discover the top things to do in Kumamoto, home of beloved bear mascot Kumamon. Explore Kumamoto Castle and Suizenji Garden, then head to active Mt Aso, the world’s largest …

Nov 23, 2024 · A number of bus and train operators in Kumamoto Prefecture have ceased accepting IC cards for fare payment as of November 16th, 2024, with the cost of updating IC …

Aug 9, 2020 · Kumamoto prefecture is filled with unique dishes and flavours. It's known for its basashi horse meat sashimi, karashi renkon lotus root stuffed with Japanese mustard and …

May 24, 2020 · Kumamoto Prefecture is laden with hot springs with those of Kurokawa Onsen some of the most picturesque and relaxing. The imposing bulk of Kumamoto Castle is a major …

Apr 4, 2016 · Kumamoto Castle, a magnificent castle located in southern Japan and is the pride of Kyushu has never lost its charm in any season. The summer is a good time to see its splendor …

Feb 22, 2021 · Located in the Minamiaso area, Aso Farm Land is the ideal starting point for exploring the city of Kumamoto. In fact, this structure welcomes, every year, many guests from …

Mar 5, 2019 · What better way to get to know someone’s culture and way of life than to live, work and have fun with them? That's why Hitoyoshi-Kuma, a designated Japan Heritage site in …

Jul 17, 2014 · The rural Kumamoto town of Mifune might be "off the beaten track" these days but back in the Cretaceous Period, it was a hotbed of activity. In the 1900s, fossil hunters began …

Dec 17, 2011 · Shirakawa Suigen (Spring) located in the Minamiaso area of Kumamoto Prefecture is one of 100 top water spots in Japan.

Mount Aso is Japan's largest active volcano and Kumamoto prefecture's most famous attraction. Located within the vast Aso Kuju National Park, Mt. Aso towers over the city at 1,592 meters …