The Kumamoto City Tram, which runs on the streets of Kumamoto, is operating an illuminated train. A tram covered in blue lights travels through the city and is making people happy. This is an ...

The city of Kumamoto is steeped in the spirit of its samurai past, which many of its citizens point to as a major influence on their hometown to this day. In addition to its famed castle ...

The center of Yamaga City in Kumamoto Prefecture lights up on winter nights. A total of 5,300 bamboo tubes lit with candles and Japanese umbrellas illuminated by lights filled the street of 300 ...

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.

YAMAGA, Kumamoto Prefecture--Hundreds of traditional ... being held around “Yachiyo-za,” a traditional playhouse in the city designated as a national important cultural property.

Hong Konger Wen Shihao, 30, a staff member of Kumamoto Driving School in Kumamoto city’s Kita Ward, near Kikuyo, presents lectures for foreign students. “People in our classes often need three ...