Tourist Information of Kumamoto

Aso, which can be said to be the symbol of Kumamoto, is famous for being an active volcano. You can get close to the crater of Nakadake by ropeway or participate in a trekking course around the former crater. Approaching the powerful Aso in your own style is sure to be an exciting experience! At "Aso Nature Land," you can enjoy hot air balloons, canoes, paragliding, and more in the great outdoors. After playing to your heart's content, why not heal your travel fatigue at "Kurokawa Onsen"? The "Yumeguri Ticket," which allows you to bathe in three of the 28 hot springs of your choice, is popular, as is the hot spring resort's natural construction. The winter-limited illumination event "Kurokawa Onsen Yuaakari" is also fantastic and can create unforgettable memories with your loved ones.

From Kumamoto Station to the city center of Kumamoto City, and for getting around the city, take the local streetcar. Sightseeing spots include Kumamoto Castle, a highlight of Kumamoto tourism, and the beautiful Japanese garden "Suizenji Jojuen," as well as shopping spots such as the Aregate Street "Kami- and Shimotori Aregate," which boasts the largest size in western Japan. In addition, Kikuchi City's "Kikuchi Keikoku" is a very popular tourist spot where you can see the spectacular view of waterfalls created by the nature of each season. After taking a lot of walks, be sure to relax and heal your mind and body at famous hot springs such as "Kikuchi Onsen" and "Yamaga Onsen."

In the Amakusa Islands, consisting of over 120 small islands, you can enjoy "dolphin watching" and "marine activities" unique to islands surrounded by the sea, as well as local gourmet food such as fresh seafood and the legendary local chicken "Amakusa Daio." The "Amakusa Gohashi," where red bridges stand out against the blue sea, is a great spot for taking photos and is one of the best driving spots in the prefecture. You can also take a trip around tourist spots, restaurants, and hot springs while enjoying the view of one of Japan's three most scenic spots, Matsushima. The Gothic-style "Shimazu Church" located in the "Shimazu Settlement," which is registered as a component asset of the World Heritage Site, retains the history of Christianity in the area.

A city rich in nature and history, known as the "Little Kyoto of Kyushu." There are many historical spots such as the ruins of "Hitoyoshi Castle," which commemorates the prosperity of the Sagara clan that ruled during the Kamakura period, as well as traditional craft shops, breweries, restaurants, and hot springs facilities that have inherited traditions from that era. The "Kuma River," which flows through the center of the city, is one of the "Three Great Rapids of Japan," and offers exciting leisure experiences such as river rafting. The city is compact, so it is also attractive that you can enjoy historical tours, brewery tours, hot spring tours, and river rafting within walking distance.