Wave and wind art drawn in the Ariake Sea, where there is a huge difference in tidal range. When the tide begins to dry, a crescent-shaped pattern ap…

Located on the northern side of the southern island of Amakusa in the town of Itsuwa, this roadside station is a hub for Amakusa tourism, including b…

Kikuchi Shrine, built in 1870, is dedicated to the 12th head Kikuchi Taketoki, the 13th head Takeshige and the 15th head Takemitsu of the Kikuchi Cla…

Enshrined here at this shrine are Katō Kiyomasa, Ōki Kaneyoshi and Kin. Then-named ”Nishikiyama Shrine” was built within Kumamoto Castle premises a…

A scenic drive over the mountain with splendid sceneries with cherry blossoms. And, let’s indulge in the charming spring views with the panoramic vie…

The Toyo Masonry Museum, or “Sekisho-kan,” is Japan’s first museum to showcase the unique skills and technology developed to build stone bridges. Sek…

Having been renovated from an old prefectural library this distinctive, this modern-design structure is one of the works which participated in ”Kumam…

Located in a section of Ninomaru Park at Kumamoto Castle, this comprehensive museum handles works from ancient to modern periods. The number of artif…

There is a legend which says that Kikuchi Onsen (also known as Waifu Onsen) was discovered 60 years ago when a white dragon appeared in the steam clo…

SEACRUISE offers variety of boat rides including Amakusa Gokyo route, dolphin watching, sunset viewing, and high-end cruises, etc. For all your marin…

Foodpal is a large multifaceted ”gourmet park” with factory outlets, restaurants, and open spaces/facilities for food-related events. The premises in…

This market with a big parking area and a restaurant brings in Japan’s best rice, fresh vegetables, melon, and flowers, and many more items for sale.

Hitoyoshi Onsen originated in 1910, and now there are more than 50 hot spring sources. The spring quality is weak alkaline carbonate spring, which fe…

Opened in 2018, this shopping complex hosts around 60 stores, offering souvenirs, food products, and dining options. Located right in front of the Ku…

Mio Camino AMAKUSA is a tourist complex facility located in Kamiamakusa City, consisting of information center, various shops offering local delicaci…

Yatsushiro is brimming with festivals and performing arts. In the entrance hall, fun quizzes and pop-up books tell the stories of the Yatsushiro Myok…

Hagenoyu Onsen is situated at an elevation of 760 meters, at the western foot of Mt. Waita. There are 4 hot spring accommodations and some private ba…

A Valley Awash in Vibrant Autumn Colors Nestled among mountains ranging from 1,300 to 1,700 meters in elevation, Gokanosho is the hidden gem of Yats…

Soyo Gorge is a “U-shaped valley” which is rare even in the whole country, with a steep precipice of about 200m in height and continuing for 10km. It…

In 2021, a new multi-function complex was born in the Hitoyoshi-Kuma region. Hassenba Hitoyoshi Kumagawa features attractions like Kuma River cruisin…