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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 caldera, and Nabegataki Falls. Soak in Kurokawa Onsen’s hot springs.
Mar 2, 2017 · Kyushu, located south-west of the main island Honshu, is Japan’s third largest island with Fukuoka as its capital. The seven prefectures of Kyushu offer a wide range of historic, modern, and natural landscapes. Compared with the bustling city of Tokyo and the often overcrowded historical Kyoto tourism area, Nagasaki and Kumamoto ...
Carp Streamers at Tsuetate Onsen 2025. Hundreds of carp streamers are strung over the swift-flowing river at Kumamoto Prefecture's Tsuetate Onsen every year from April.. Sightsee around Kumamoto's best outdoor attractions and explore mountains, camping, national parks and sporting activities.
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 and enjoy the various festivals in and around it.
Dec 31, 2011 · Kurokawa Onsen, located in Kumamoto Prefecture about 20 km north of Mt. Aso, is considered to be one of the best hot spring resort towns in Japan. Although it is not as well known as some other resort areas such as Hakone, it is definitely worth a visit if traveling through Kyushu.
Dec 13, 2016 · The Aso region of central Kumamoto celebrates a month-long fire festival every year at the end of winter, to prepare for the upcoming growing season. Several events make up the festival, including the Dai Himonjiyaki, the main event.
Jan 2, 2014 · From Sangria to handmade folk pottery, as well as all things to do with Kumamon, the bear mascot for Kumamoto Prefecture, this market has an eclectic mix of global and local. The Ashikita Farmers Market is just off the main motorway between Fukuoka and Kagoshima, on the South Coast of Kumamoto.
Feb 3, 2015 · Kyusendo is a limestone cave in Hitoyoshi. Three hundred million years in the making, it is one of the greatest limestone caves in the world. The cave was discovered in 1973 and being 4.8 km long, it is the longest cave in Kyushu, with 800 meters opened for the public.
Jan 10, 2014 · Mifune is old time Japan. It is a place where time slows down. Where Persimmon trees sway in the breeze and the soft sunlight caress you as you walk past the lush green rice fields in summer, or go fishing below the willow trees by a gentle flowing creek.
Area. 6,362.28 km². Not too far from Tokyo in the northern Kanto area, Gunma Prefecture (群馬県, Gunma-ken) can be described as an adventure playground of sorts – skiing, snowboarding, hiking and canyoning (in the Minakami area) provides adrenaline seekers things to do year-round.
