Prefecture guide
Kumamoto
熊本県
Central Kyushu of Kumamoto Castle, the vast Mount Aso caldera, the onsen town of Kurokawa and the black bear mascot Kumamon.
Advisories (minor): Thunder, Strong wind · Alerts for all of Japan
- places to see
- 18
- protected local food
- 1
- traditional crafts
- 4
- Japan Heritage stories
- 3
Places to see in Kumamoto
Suizen-ji Joju-en
水前寺成趣園A garden in Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan.
Yatsushiro Shrine
八代神社A Shinto shrine in Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan.
Rokuden Shrine
六殿神社A Shinto shrine in Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan.
Bairin-tenmangu
梅林天満宮A Shinto shrine in Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan.
Kumamoto Daijingu
熊本大神宮A Shinto shrine in Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan.
Shimonojo Ginkgo Tree
下の城のイチョウA notable old tree in Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan.
Eta Anakannon Kofun
江田穴観音古墳An ancient burial mound in Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan.
Riddell-Wright Memorial Hall
リデル・ライト両女史記念館A museum in Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan.
Kamao Kofun
釜尾古墳An ancient burial mound in Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan.
Tsukawara Kofun Cluster
塚原古墳群An ancient burial mound in Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan.
Kikuchi Shrine
菊池神社A Shinto shrine in Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan.
Todoroki Shell Mound
轟貝塚A historic site in Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan.
Explore by interest
Taste of Kumamoto
Foods whose names are protected in Japan. If the label carries the name, it really comes from here.
Traditional crafts of Kumamoto
Officially recognised crafts that are still made by hand. A good place to start when you look for souvenirs.
Japan Heritage stories
Local history told as a route you can follow, with the places that go with it.
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Good to know
- Kumamoto Castle is still being restored after the 2016 earthquake, but the main keep has reopened.
- Access to Mount Aso's crater changes with volcanic activity, so check the day's status.
- Kurokawa Onsen sells a pass for trying outdoor baths at several inns.
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