Culture Shimomiya Shrine Ekaterina Bespyatova Shimomiya Shrine in Aso might seem small and unremarkable, but it's home to a unique Shinto ritual that is classified as Important..
Historical Kyu-Hosokawa Gyobutei Mandy Bartok The immaculately restored Kyu-Hosokawa samurai residence is the perfect way to cap off a visit to nearby Kumamoto Castle
Gardens & Parks Summer in Kumamoto Castle Yolanda Marta Kartika Kumamoto Castle, a magnificent castle located in southern Japan and is the pride of Kyushu has never lost its charm in any season...
Culture Kitakinokura Yotsumiya Shrine Bonson Lam The shrine is located in Mifune, a land of rice fields, wheat and other crops, framed by high mountains and the odd grain silo..
Historical Sakura-no-baba Josaien Mandy Bartok Learn about the origins of Kumamoto's castle town at Sakuranobaba Josaien, an Edo-themed complex full of displays, restaurants..
Culture Kumamoto Castle Restoration Update Yui Yamaguchi Oct 29, 2018 Kumamoto City Government is planning to complete reconstruction of the outside of the castle tower by March 2021. It will be opened..
6 Historical Honmaru Goten Palace Mandy Bartok Kumamoto Castle's Honmaru Goten Palace showcases beautifully painted walls and screens, recently restored to their former glory..
Historical Heike no Sato Mandy Bartok Explore the hidden home of the Heike Clan in the mountains of Gokanosho in southern Kumamoto Prefecture