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Kumamoto City
Kumamoto Castle
Kumamoto Castle
Kumamoto Castle is the most symbolic attraction in Kumamoto, which has a history of more than 400 years. Its main feature is its stone walls, known as Musha-gaeshi（武者返し）. These walls are warped to prevent enemy invasion. Unfortunately, in the earthquake of 2016, Kumamoto Castle was severely damaged and is going through a 20-years’ restoration.
The damage caused by the 2016 Kumamoto earthquake extends through several areas of Kumamoto prefecture. The Aso area was one of the most damaged areas. However, we would like you to see not only the great hurt that Kumamoto people has experienced, but also their resilience and the way these people are overcoming such adversities.
Suizenji Jojuen
Suizenji Jojuen
Suizenji Jojuen, originally established in 1632, is a distinguished example of a traditional Japanese garden. Throughout the year, it offers visitors the opportunity to appreciate seasonal blossoms and meticulously designed landscapes. The garden is sustained by groundwater originating from Mount Aso, renowned for its exceptional clarity, its refreshing coolness during the summer months, and its resistance to freezing in winter. Within its ponds, one may also observe the graceful movements of Nishikigoi (ornamental carp), which further enhance the garden’s aesthetic appeal.
Other Areas
Aso area
Aso area
Aso is a place where you can feel the magnificence of nature with your whole being. Despite being a place where you can feel the danger of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions, the area is blessed with rich groundwater and hot springs.
In fact, the groundwater which is nurtured by the Aso mountains, is one of the most valuable resources of Kumamoto City. This groundwater provides for well-being of all the 740,000 habitants of Kumamoto City.
Amakusa area
Amakusa area
Amakusa area refer to a group of islands located to the west of Kumamoto. This region is blessed with marine resources and attracts many angler throughout the year, as well as numerous beachgoers during the summer. They have a distinct cuisine and dialect, quite different from that of Kumamoto City. In the village of Sakitsu, registered as one of UNESCO's World Heritage Sites "Hidden Christian Sites in the Nagasaki Region" in 2018, you can discover traces of Christian culture that arrived in Japan in the mid-16th century. Shusaku Endo（遠藤周作）'s novel "Silence（沈黙）" explores the theme of hidden Christians. In Japan, many people follow Shinto and Buddhism. Despite its small size, Sakitsu village is home to three religious institutions: a shrine, a temple, and a church, all located in close proximity to each other.
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