The history of samurai in the area now known ... Work on the original fortifications on the site of Kumamoto Castle began in the middle of the 15th century and four different clans were in control ...

A historic city on Kyushu, the southernmost of Japan’s four main islands, Kumamoto is renowned for its imposing castle, rich regional food culture and friendly, welcoming inhabitants.

Kumamoto Castle was built by the feudal lord Kato Kiyomasa. The construction began in the late 16th century and was completed in the 17th century. Designated as a National Special Historic Site ...

The 2016 earthquake damaged Kumamoto Castle, leaving its stone walls crumbling. We meet the stonemasons carefully restoring each stone to its original place and discover what they do for lunch.

KUMAMOTO--The interior of Kumamoto Castle's main tower reopened to the public on June 28 following the completion of repairs from the 2016 earthquakes here that knocked off roof tiles and ...

iconic Kumamoto Castle is rising from the ashes. The temblors caused serious damage to the structures that make up one of Japan’s most traditional fortresses, in addition to the succession of ...