Kumamoto prefecture was hit by a series of massive earthquakes in April 2016 and has been suffering from many loss and damage caused by it and trying their best to reconstruct slowly. It was heartbreaking to see such a tragedy and how the beautiful Kumamoto was destroyed.. Yet, what we can do is to give our supports and help them to bring their smile back.
Many tourists might stop visiting there due to the current situation but Kumamoto is such an amazing prefecture with full of nature, history and friendly people and I bet you that it is worth visiting in future. Let me introduce you some of amazing side of Kumamoto and Why to go there once in your life time!
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=Tourist Attractions=
Kumamoto Castle
The landmark of the Kumamoto city and one of the 3 greatest castles in Japan. The castle has been hugely destroyed by the earthquake in 2016 and the repair has started in June which may take decades to restore fully.
Suizenji Park
Beautiful traditional garden located in Kumamoto city which was built in 17 century.
Tsujunkyo
It is an aqueduct arch bridge built in 1854 which located in Kamimashiki preovince. The bridge is surrounded by rice fields and the view from top of the bridge is also amazing.
Mt.Aso
The biggest active volcanic mountain in Japan which is located in Aso Kujū National Park with its ancient large caldera 380km2 is definitely the symbol of the prefecture. I personally think that this is one of the most beautiful place I’ve ever been in the world and it is very unfortunate that the surrounded area is currently closed due to the volcanic activity and the damage of the earthquakes..
Yamaga Onsen
There are also several Onsen area in Kumamoto. Yamaga is an Onsen district which is famous for Lantern festival held in mid August
Nikko Tanada
The beautiful rice terraces located in Yashiro city. The village with the rice terraces still keep their traditional look.
Kumamon
The lovable character of the prefecture, Kumamon attracts not only Kumamoto residents but nationwide to worldwide. Once entering Kumamoto, Kumamon will welcome you with a big smile and you will know how much local people adore him!
=Food and Shopping=
Kumamon Goods
The best items to get in the prefecture!Because Kumamoto loves Kumamon so much, they offer numerous numbers of Kumamon related products! How adorable!
Kumamoto Ramen
Kumamoto is one of those prefectures in Japan which have strong obsession with Ramen! Pork and chicken based soup stock with add-on black “Maa oil” which is fried garlic oil.
Karashi Renkon
The best known Kumamoto’s regional specialty, Karashi Renkon (Mustard Lotus root) is lutus root filled up with mustard&miso paste and deep-fried.
Ikinari Dango
The popular regional sweets “Ikinari Dango” is sweet popato and red bean paste covered with sweet and soft mochi.
Let’s pray and show our support for amazing Kumamto!
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