HERE I AM KUMAMOTO
HERE I AM KUMAMOTO
On April 14th 2016, a large-scale earthquake occurred in Kumamoto Prefecture.
It caused a massive amount
of damage.
Time has passed, and Kumamoto Prefecture is steadily moving forward into the future.
Using
aerial photography, we introduce the many hidden attractions of Kumamoto Prefecture, including food, nature,
and history.
Kumamoto Prefecture has it all: friendly people, historical culture, and beautiful scenery.
"HERE I AM KUMAMOTO"
The "Manda Pit" is the site of a former coal mine which still looks the way it did when it was in use. In 2015 it was registered as a World Heritage Site, as part of the "Sites of Japan's Meiji Industrial Revolution." From the central part of Kumamoto it is a 45 minute train ride to the mine. Embark on a journey through Arao, and experience the history of modern industry.
Grasslands spreading throughout one of the largest calderas in the world, pure waters and abundant farmlands. The magnificent environment and farmlands of Aso were recognized as a "Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System" in 2013. The Aso area's scenery changes throughout the seasons, so every time you visit you'll discover something new.
Located 80 minutes by train from inside Kumamoto City. With lush pine groves and white sands, this coastline is interweaved with crystal clear waters, and is a very popular spot for driving. There are beaches and bathing locations dotted along the coast. In addition to swimming and marine leisure activities, you can also enjoy hot springs.
Located about 1 hour by train from Kumamoto Station. In 2015, "Misumi West Port" was designated as a World Heritage Site, as part of the "Sites of Japan's Meiji Industrial Revolution." This harbor was built by a Dutch hydraulics engineer named Mulder. The harbor has a 756m-long stonework pier, waterways, and retro Western-style buildings. Existing in perfect harmony with the azure ocean, this port town is also blessed with plenty of seafood.
The Hitoyoshi-Kuma area is sometimes called "The most abundant hidden village in all of Japan." Here you can experience nature in a dynamic way by taking a thrilling river raft ride on a raft steered by a boatman. It is about 70 minutes by train from Kumamoto City to Hitoyoshi-Kuma. One of the most popular ways to visit is a leisurely trip on one of the "SL Hitoyoshi" domestically-produced steam loc
Located about 1 hour by train from Kumamoto City,
the Amakusa area is composed of several hundred
islands of varying sizes.
This area is becoming very popular for "Dolphin Watching" where you can
see some of the 200 wild dolphins living here.
Throughout the year there is a 90% chance that you
will see a wild dolphin so if you are near the ocean be sure to visit.
People who visit here are
always emotionally moved and healed by the natural environment of Amakusa, which is so beautiful
that dolphins can live in it.
