Kumamoto Prefecture is a nature-rich area with land formations. It also has its own unique culture that can be seen through various traditional festivals.
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.
Kumamoto is deeply proud of its greatest landmark, Kumamoto-jo, the castle around which the city radiates. Kumamoto City is also the gateway to the popular Aso-san region, known for its cooler summer temperatures and impressive volcano.
