South Kumamoto Area

Your Complete Guide to the Best of South Kumamoto Area!

South Kumamoto Area is Awesome !

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South Kumamoto Area refers to the 15 cities, towns, and villages that lie at the heart of Kyushu. Access is easy thanks to the nearby Shinkansen train line and Kyushu Expressway. Local train lines like the Hisatsu Orange Line and the Kumagawa Railroad make getting around a breeze. We’ve also got mountains, the sea, and rivers, allowing for plenty of exciting outdoor activities. We’re proud of our robust culture and long history, and visitors can join in a variety of craft workshops, eat delicious local foods, see some beautiful sights, and relax in one of our many excellent hot springs. Now it’s time to begin your adventure in South Kumamoto Area!

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Hot Spring Heaven

South Kumamoto Area is a treasure trove of excellent onsen. Take a stroll through these historic hot spring villages,
then hop in to relax both mind and body!

  • Yuyama
  • Yunoko
  • Hitoyoshi
  • Hinagu
  • Yunotsuru
  • Hotspots

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Activities

South Kumamoto Area is jam-packed with fun outdoor and cultural activities!
From spor ts to work shops,there’s som ething for ever yone!

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Aji Jiman! Kuidaore Gourmet

South Kumamoto Area is the place to visit for excellent gourmet meals. Come get your fill on these unique & tasty dishes!

  • Seafood
  • LocalFood
  • Noodles
  • Fruits &Sweets

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History and Culure

Southern Kumamoto Prefecture is filled with awealth of treasures.
In 2015, 41 cultural propertiesthroughout the Hitoyoshi-Kuma region wererecognized as National Heritage sites,
and theYatsushiro Myokensai festival is slated to becertified as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritagein 2016.

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Top Souvenirs

Here are some excellent souvenirs for friends,
family - and even for yourself!

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Suggested Itineraries

South Kumamoto Area makes a convenient stop on a Cross-Kyushu trip.
Have fun exploring the different cultures of each region!

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  • Start: Kumamoto Airport
  • Start: Kagoshima Airport
  • Start: Yatsushiro Station
  • Start: Hitoyoshi Station
  • Start: Shin-Minamata Station

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Access to South Kumamoto Area

  • Start: Kumamoto Airport
  • Start: Kagoshima Airport

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