Kumamoto Prefecture Travel Guide

Stroll through a shrine town known for its spring water and a wide variety of foods to enjoy while walking.

A mysterious world carved by the earth, where beauty lives in silence.

A village with a history of Hidden Christian faith shaped by its fishing community.

A soothing world surrounded by nature, where a curtain of water gently embraces the heart.

Right in front of Hitoyoshi Station, a journey into the dreams and history of railways gets ready to depart!

A famous hot spring area wrapped in steam alongside the clear waters of the Kuma River.

Water is released around 120 times a year, creating a historic bridge between past and present through its stone arches.

Discover a miracle of art shaped by the tides, where the beauty of Japan comes alive.

The Straw Hat Pirates stand proudly as a symbol of hope and recovery.

A shrine dedicated to Kato Kiyomasa, a Sengoku-era warlord; from the shrine grounds, you can look up at Kumamoto Castle’s main keep.

A dolphin-watching spot with a 90%+ encounter rate, where you can observe wild dolphins in the waters of Amakusa.

A panoramic view of the sea, sky, and islands that lets your heart take a deep breath.

Delicious Kumamoto that will stay in your travel memories. Leave the specialties and local cuisine to us.

A treasure trove of Kumamoto food! Enjoy authentic flavors at a long-running local cuisine restaurant.

Enjoy Kumamoto’s traditional flavors in a setting surrounded by beautiful nature.

Enjoy Kumamoto’s soul food, Taipien, at the restaurant where it originated.

The original restaurant to serve Aso’s local specialty, takana-meshi.

Enjoy local specialties at a cozy restaurant filled with hometown flavor and warmth.

Savor the rich umami of “akaushi” at a specialty restaurant.

At the original Kumamoto ramen shop, get hooked on a creamy, rich broth!

Try Kumamoto’s must-eat local dish, Taipien, at a long-established Chinese restaurant.

Enjoy their signature hot dogs made with house-made sausages while taking in the breathtaking views of the Aso landscape.

A dining spot where you can savor high-quality horse meat through a variety of dishes, including sashimi and creative cuisine.

Enjoy exquisite horse meat dishes in the heart of Kumamoto.

A landmark directly connected to the station, where fun and shopping are both easy and convenient.

Take home the memories! Kumamoto’s best local foods and specialty goods all in one place.

A local department store that proposes a high-quality lifestyle.

Savor Kumamoto’s traditional flavors! Japanese sweets with a simple, comforting taste.

An ekinaka (station complex) facility full of gourmet food and souvenirs, showcasing the best of Kumamoto's attractions.

A large multi-complex facility with an integrated bus terminal, serving as a central hub for Kumamoto tourism.

Famous for its "Tanoshu," filled generously with rich, fresh custard cream.

A hotel where guests can enjoy Aso’s natural beauty through sweeping scenery, hot springs, and a golf course.

A hotel designed for travelers seeking to explore Aso, offering a new style of travel.

A secluded hot spring inn nestled away in the woods, a distance from the main town of the hidden gem, Kurokawa Onsen.

A hot springs inn perfect for a relaxing day away surrounded by nature.

Sing, dance, and let your heart run free! The passionate energy of Haiya fills the whole town.

One of Kyushu’s leading summer festivals, woven together by light and dance.

A summer festival where Approx. 5,000 people dance through the main street of Kumamoto City.

One of only three national fireworks competitions in Japan-and the only one held in western Japan.