Fujisaki Hachimangu is probably the most important shrine in Kumamoto and has a long rich history. It is closely linked to famous Japanese samurai such as Kato Kiyomasa and the Hosokawa family. In Autumn, the shrine is host to a fantastic four-day festival ending on Sunday with a horse parade through the city.
CultureEventsKyushu
Stuart Iles
September 10, 2018
You can enjoy the many hot springs (温泉 or onsen), some are even outside (called rotenburo 露天風呂), just by the river. You can walk around the town, which is very picturesque, and try delicious food.
SightseeingKyushu
Ana Verissimo
October 28, 2017
Anyone visiting Japan cannot help but notice the colourful characters used to promote or identify everything from businesses and products, to services and regions.
CultureChubuKantoKyushu
Finny Attridge
May 25, 2016
As a tourist who wants to discover the north part of Kyushu Island and experience with JR Limited Trains only for Kyushu, the JR north Kyushu Pass can be the best choice for you.
Food & DrinkSightseeingKyushu
Joe
November 16, 2015
Kumamoto Prefecture, located in the centre of Kyushu, is a beautiful and rural location for a quiet trip out of the city and into the mountains.
NatureSightseeingKyushu
Elda
April 29, 2015
Tsujunkyo Bridge is Japan's largest stone aqueduct used to convey water.
SightseeingKyushu
December 22, 2014
Kumamoto Prefecture is famous for hot springs. Kurokawa Onsen is one of the most popular hot spring resorts with a variety of ryokan (a Japanese-style hotel with onsen) to choose from.
NatureSightseeingKyushu
December 16, 2014
This is a prefecture which is rapidly gaining its popularity due to its official mascot, “Kumamon.”
NatureKyushu
October 28, 2014
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