There are many ways expats feeling homesick for Christmas can get into the festive spirit in Kumamoto. Although Christmas is not an official holiday in Japan, Kumamoto is one of...[ Click to read more ]
The turn of the year is holiday time in Japan. People are off work to celebrate the New Year with parties, family gatherings, culinary feasts, and hatsumode. Hatsumode is the...[ Click to read more ]
Halloween isn’t as big a deal in Japan as it is in the U.S., meaning you won’t see places filled with jack-o-lanterns, witches’ broomsticks, or cobweb decorations. However, Halloween has...[ Click to read more ]
Located in the north of Japan’s Kyushu region, Kumamoto prefecture has a rich culture and plenty of affordable attractions if you’re looking for a day out that all the family...[ Click to read more ]
Home to picturesque remote islands and the smoking Mount Aso, Kumamoto is the place to head to in Japan’s Kyushu region if you’re a foodie. Famed for its sweetfish sushi...[ Click to read more ]
Whether you’re looking for modern malls full of big brand outlets or a more traditional bustling high street, Kumamoto has plenty to keep shoppers busy across the prefecture. This includes...[ Click to read more ]
The island of Kyushu is known worldwide for its ceramics. Kumamoto prefecture is the birthplace of the Shodai and Koda styles, and the city of Amakusa produces high-quality ceramics from...[ Click to read more ]
Finding your feet when you relocate to a new country or area can take a while. What are the registration procedures, if any? Where can you go to meet new...[ Click to read more ]
Kumamoto is the live music hub of the Kyushu region in Japan. While it doesn't have the same reputation for live bands as Tokyo or Osaka, it boasts a few...[ Click to read more ]
One of the most thriving areas of Japan's Kyushu region, Kumamoto has a strong history of alcohol production. Not just in the nation's favorite tipple of sake but also in...[ Click to read more ]