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.

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.

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 ...

“We are working to get them to tour other destinations, not just Mount Aso and Kumamoto Castle.” ...