Location: Kumamoto Prefecture
Kyushu-Okinawa, Japan
Japanese transcription(s)
• Japanese: 熊本県
• Rōmaji: Kumamoto-ken
Country: Japan
Region: Kyushu
Island: Kyushu
Capital: Kumamoto
Government• Governor: Ikuo Kabashima
Area• Total: 7,404.14 km (2,858.75 sq mi)
Area rank: 16th
Population (May 1, 2011)• Total: 1,812,255
• Rank: 23rd
• Density: 244.76/km (633.9/sq mi)
ISO 3166 code: JP-43
Districts: 9
Municipalities: 45
Flower: Gentian (Gentiana scabra var. buergeri)
Tree: Camphor tree (Cinnamomum camphora)
Bird: Eurasian skylark (Alauda arvensis)
Website: www.pref.kumamoto.jp
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The 6 Best Valleys in Kumamoto Prefecture, Kyushu-Okinawa
February 11, 2022 Diedre Savory
Kumamoto Prefecture (熊本県, Kumamoto-ken) is a prefecture of Japan located on the island of Kyushu. The capital is the city of Kumamoto.
Restaurants in Kumamoto Prefecture
1. Kikuchi Gorge
Kikuchi Kumamoto Prefecture +81 968-27-0210 http://ww7.tiki.ne.jp/~suigen/
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Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 150 reviews
Clear streams and pristine forests create landscapes such as varied ses, roses, and waterfalls. Fresh green is beautiful in spring, summer is a summer resort, autumn leaves color the whole area in autumn. It is a place where you can heal your mind by negative ions, river murmurs, and birds singing.
Reviewed By 2020xplorers
Wonderful facilities that have recently been upgraded. Magical photo opportunities and zen like peace and beauty! Highly recommend the chicken yakitorii at the entrance!!
2. Yatani Valley
3. Mazeno Valley
4. Sensui Valley
5. Takema Valley
6. Nichiko Tanada
Yatsushiro Kumamoto Prefecture +81 96-223-5740 http://nichikou.org/
