Need to do a bit of exercise to shed those extra pounds gained during the holiday season? What better way than to explore the city on two wheels and let...[ Click to read more ]
Breakfast in Japan may be quite different than what you’re used to, as it consists of things like grilled fish, steamed rice, and pickles. However, you can also find restaurants...[ Click to read more ]
Western Kumamoto is dominated by Mount Kinbo, a now-extinct volcano, but there is still plenty on offer. Whether you enjoy spending time in nature, are interested in ancient Japanese culture,...[ Click to read more ]
A local craft you’ll only see in Kumamoto is Higo Zogan. It involves engraving an iron base with a design and inlaying with gold, silver, or both. Designs are often...[ 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 ]
Since the 2020 Kyushu floods brought record-breaking heavy rains down on Kumamoto prefecture, the Council for Tourism Advancement in Hitoyoshi-Kuma has been working to bring tourism back to the area....[ Click to read more ]
As a port city with several waterways, Kumamoto offers up a few boating opportunities. These include cruises along rivers and lakes and ferry trips that take you further afield. Here...[ Click to read more ]