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What is Kumamoto?
Kumamoto lies in the center of Kyushu, a calm prefecture perfect for easy strolls around the historic center and lazy evenings in the natural hot springs at Kurokawa Onsen. For a slightly more strenuous activity, head to Mount Aso, whose surrounding hills offer hiking opportunities aplenty with views over the active volcano.
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- Kusasenri Course towards Kurokawa Onsen at the foot of Aso
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- This itinerary is for driving through the serene nature around Mt. Aso, one of the world's most active volcanos. While driving around the unqiue health-oriented nature park, and checking out the scenery, head towards Kurokawa Onsen surrounded by calming ryokans. Everything in the environment serves to refresh your body and mind.
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- Have a historical experience at a Jokamachi! 1 Day Itinerary for Kumamoto City
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- We are going to recommend you a one day itinerary that includes all of the major spots of Kumamoto and Kumamoto Castle. While you walk through the Edo Era style of the Jokamachi, or the feudal town surrounding a castle, you can join in on novel modern art experiences or cultural activities. Along with shopping, you can enjoy a lunch filled with Kumamoto specialities, especially horsemeat-based meals!
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- We're going to Kumamoto and the Five Bridges of Amakusa! See the beautiful scenery and dolphin itinerary
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- In the Kami-Asakusa area in southwest Kumamoto prefecture you can find over 120 large and small islands. A highlight of this area is the beautiful ocean view and dolphin watching that you can enjoy yearround. You can experience the magnificent nature around the Five Bridges of Amakusa, which connects the Kyushu mainland and Amakusa.
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What to Wear
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Getting Around
The Tokaido-Sanyo Shinkansen runs all the way down to Fukuoka Prefecture from which a quick change onto the Kyushu Shinkansen takes you all the way to Kumamoto Station in the center of the prefecture. Kumamoto Airport is around one hour out of the city on the limousine bus and offers frequent affordable flights to Tokyo's airports and Kansai Airport.
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How to get to Kumamoto Airport
