Activities
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Kumamoto
Natural discoveries with Mount Aso and coastal Amakusa
Things to do in Kumamoto
Around Kumamoto
Kumamoto Top 10
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1Reizan: the Sake of Kumamoto
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2Exploring Kumamoto Castle
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3The Quiet Oasis of Ashikita
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4Izakaya Hama Chan
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5Kamimashiki Produce Market
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6Restaurant Yuwa
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7Taoli Cantonese Cuisine
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8Tateyama Shoten
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9Kumamoto’s Farm Stay Program
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10Fruit Picking Fun in Kumamoto
Kumamoto City
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1The Grave of Miyamoto Musashi
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2The Gems of Kyushu: Nagasaki and Kumamoto
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3Japanese Mascot Characters
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4Aso-Kuju National Park
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5Driving the Milk Road to Daikanbo
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6The Quiet Oasis of Ashikita
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7Kyushu Scenic Train Route
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8Exploring Kumamoto Castle
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9Aso Fire Festival
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10Sakae & Ginza Streets after dark
Kumamoto City
Upcoming Kumamoto Events
Culture
Yamaga Winter Lantern Festival
Yamaga displays illuminated paper umbrellas and and bamboo candles on winter evenings in February.
Tours and experiences
Where to eat in Kumamoto
Food
Kokutei Ramen
Tom RoseveareOperating since 1957, Kokutei (黒亭) is one of the most famous and popular ramen shops in Kumamoto, proudly serving the local ..
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Ajisen Ramen Restaurant
Yui YamaguchiPremium pork ramen with tonkotsu (pork bone) stock and handmade noodles, Topped with thin tender slices of pork belly, cabbage,..
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Tengaiten
Tom RoseveareTengaiten (天外天) serves up Kumamoto ramen in the city centre – tonkotsu ramen with garlic.
Places to stay in Kumamoto
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Onsen
Autumn in Kurokawa Onsen
Mandy BartokKurokawa Onsen is a small hot springs town north of Mt Aso in Kumamoto Prefecture that has beautiful fall foliage during the m..
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A Night in a Farmhouse in Aso
Nicole BauerA must-stay if you visit Mount Aso in Kumamoto: A traditional farmhouse with lots of atmosphere and outstanding organically gr..
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Accommodation
Tsuetate Hot Springs in Kyushu
Marcella Dita ArmillaA famous place for hot spring in Kyushu
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Culture
The Quiet Oasis of Ashikita
Taylor BondAshikita is an agricultural municipal located 90 minutes outside of Kumamoto City. The town is famous for its sweet citrus and adoration..
Food
Izakaya Hama Chan
Yui YamaguchiEvoking Kumamoto Castle with its black walls and wood framed windows is your first impression of Izakaya Hamachan. The sign ou..
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Shopping
Kamimashiki Produce Market
Yui YamaguchiThe highlight of this market is that local farmers deliver their morning harvests and consumers can purchase them right away. It..