Experience / Training / Vehicle Spots in Kumamoto Area

  • Sakuranobaba Josaien
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    4.0
    20 Reviews
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    Kumamoto Pref. Kumamotoshichuouku Ninomaru 1-1
    An entertainment facility filled with the delights of Kumamoto, including Wakuwakuza, a hands-on history and culture facility where visitors can experience what life was like in the Edo period, the daily routine of a feudal lord, or the building of the stone wall around Kumamoto Castle; Sakuranokoji, a shopping arcade offering unique local tastes; and Kobaian, a sweet shop selling such popular treats as Kaseita, a treat once formally gifted to the Hosokawa clan. Only the best establishments in the prefecture have been selected to open up shop in this popular tourist spot.

    구마모토성 아래의 <조사이엔>에 있는 역사문화 체험시설로서 구마모토성의 역사에 대해를 보고 듣고 만지는 등 체험할 수 있는 엔터테인먼트 공간입니다. 어린이들이 구마모토성 역사에 대한 이해도를 높일 수 있는 체험시설로서 좋은 곳입니다. 구마모토성과 통합관람권(¥850)으로 관람할 수 있습니다.

  • Kuma River Boat Cruise
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    4.0
    38 Reviews
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    Kumamoto Pref. Hitoyoshishi Shimoshinmachi 333-1
    "It is located an approximately 10-minute drive from the Hitoyoshi Interchange on the Kyushu Expressway. This popular activity lets you descend the Kuma River, one of Japan's three most fast-flowing rivers along with the Mogami River and Fujigawa River, in a wooden boat that the boatman skillfully maneuvers. You can feel the exhilaration of passing through huge rocks you come very close to and rough waves. The approximately 50-minute ""Seiryu course"" from the Hitoyoshi departure dock to the hot spring town of Hitoyoshi is available from March to November. Between December and February, it becomes relaxing boat with kotatsu (tables heated underneath), offering a different way of enjoyment than the rough rafting in the summer."

    Must do activity while in Hitoyoshi. Made reservation at the Hitoyoshi tour information center and enjoyed a very nice tour.

  • Tourist Farm KICHIJIEN
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    4.0
    14 Reviews
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    Kumamoto Pref. Kumamotoshikitaku Uekimachikitome 556-1
    This large tourist farm in Kita Ward, Kumamoto City offers a variety of seasonal fruits picking including grapes, apples, and strawberries. They also have their own store on-site. Stop by their KICHIJIEN café for some fresh fruit soft serve ice cream. From the farm there's a nice view of the town and the nearby mountains.

    在樱町巴士總站乘搭U21到笹尾站下車步行数分鐘到達,由於巴士楼層有很多路綫及上車位置,而且U21巴士一小時只有一班車,尋找巴士站位置不容易,所以整個旅程連同摘取草莓時需要大半天啊!付了入場費後,農場負責人會分發手套及剪刀,到指定的區域摘取草莓,大部分草莓都是鲜甜的!由於草莓田是在温室的,所以不宜穿厚衣服活動。

  • EL PATIO RANCH
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    4.0
    9 Reviews
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    Kumamoto Pref. Asoshi Ichinomiyamachisanno 2305-1
    "This tourist ranch is in Aso City. Guests enjoy horseback riding and dining while taking in the magnificent scenery of the Aso area from their nearly one-square kilometer grassland. They have a horseback riding school and experiential programs that are accessible for beginners. They also have a North American diner themed restaurant that serves specialty steaks and ""Yogan (lava) plate B.B.Q.."""

    口コミ情報を見て伺いましたが、料理が美味しくて、価格もお手頃で満足出来ました。店内の雰囲気も良かったです。

  • DEN-EN Symphony Happiness Train
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    4.5
    14 Reviews
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    Hitoyoshi City Kumamoto Prefecture Hitoyoshi Onsen Station-Yumae Station
    This luxury sightseeing train running from Hitoyoshi Onsen Station to Yumae Station offers a relaxing ride while taking in the scenery of the Kuma region. Operated by the Kumagawa Railway, the colorful seats and other aspects of the interior have seasonal designs. The train slows down while passing sights along the way. Their Hospitality Corps provides services to passengers at the stations the train stops at.

    終点の湯前まで乗った普通列車が田園シンフォニーでした。観光列車だと思ってたので人吉温泉駅では乗ってイイのかなと思った位に素敵な車内でした。時期的に空いていて、車窓も桜が咲いていて、天気も良く風景も満喫出来とても良かったです。

  • Amakusa Dolphin Cruise
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    4.5
    11 Reviews
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    Kumamoto Pref. Amakusashi Itsuwamachifutae 4689-10
    Dolphin watching is a popular Amakusa tourist activity, and you can do it from this boarding point in Itsuwa-machi, Amakusa City, Kumamoto Prefecture. Join a tour and you're almost certain to encounter schools of wild bottlenose dolphins. They also offer a plan that includes deep sea fishing along with dolphin watching. They don't mind if you bring your pet along.

    We went on a cruise boat to spot and watch wild dolphins at sea. We sailed for about 30mins before we caught sight of first dolphins. Then they were appearing everywhere. Quite a wonderful sigh to...

  • Fruit Country Couples
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    5.0
    5 Reviews
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    Kumamoto Aso-shi Nishimachi 1003-3
    A tourist farm where you can go fruit picking and take in a view of majestic Mt. Aso. In fall, the farm offers apple and grape picking and, from winter through spring, strawberry picking. Amazingly, fruit picking requires no advance reservation, is time unlimited, and all-you-can-eat. The farm makes use of organic cultivation techniques and grows its apples without pesticides, and its safe, healthy fruits are one of the reasons behind its popularity. The farm's cafe serves homemade apple pie, specially made jams, and soft serve ice cream with strawberries in it, making it an irresistible stop for sweets-lovers.

    アップルパイはとても美味しい!いつもお土産にテイクアウトして帰ります。阿蘇に来たら必ず立ち寄る場所の一つです。

  • Orange Restaurant Express
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    4.5
    5 Reviews
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    Kumamoto Pref. Yatsushiroshi Shin-Yatsushiro Station - Sendai Station
    Enjoy a meal while rolling down the tracks on this dining train run by the Hisatsu Orange Railway. They serve a variety of fare depending on which train you take, including baked goods and coffee for breakfast, lunch with authentic French cuisine, and delicious dinners you can enjoy while taking in the sunset.

    かつての鹿児島本線を走る肥薩おれんじ鉄道。新八代から川内の間をゆっくりと景色を眺めながらスペシャルランチをいただきます。 車内に調理設備は無くて途中駅で料理を積み込む方式でしたが、冷めきっているようなこともなく美味しく頂けました。 コロナ対策で乗客数を絞っていることもあり、車内にはゆとりが生まれており目の前に広がる風景を堪能でき、スタッフの手厚いサービスも受けられて大満足です。その分チケット確保は...

  • Aso milk ranch
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    Kumamoto Pref. Asogunnishiharamura Kawahara 3944-1
    The farm is a hands-on farm overlooking the Kumamoto Plain, where you can interact with animals, milk cows, go horseback riding, plant crops, make sweets and bread, and learn about dairy farming in the Makiba Learning Classroom. The facility is a place where visitors can enjoy nature to the fullest.
  • Kyukamura (Minami-Aso)
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    Kumamoto Pref. Asoguntakamorimachi Takamori 3219
    This Aso Kuju National Park Resort Hotel is in Takamori Town, Aso County in the southern foothills of Mt. Aso. It offers highland camping, star gazing, tennis, and more. There's also a natural hot spring with velvety water and moisturizing properties that are good for the skin. The alkaline simple spring is said to help alleviate nerve pain, sensitivity to cold, and joint pain. It's a great place to unwind while looking out on the five peaks of Mt. Aso.
  • Railway torokko train “Yusuge-go”
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    Kumamoto Pref. Asoguntakamorimachi Takamori South Aso railway Takamori station
    A trolley which runs between Minamiaso Railway Nakamatsu Station and Takamori Station in Kumamoto Prefecture only from March until November. The train only operates on Saturdays, Sundays, holidays, and the vacation season. The Aso Caldera can be seen from much of the train’s route, and riders can enjoy views of gorgeous mountains and rural landscapes from the open windows of the cars. Train staff also provide a guided tour on the area during the trip. In addition to beautiful views, the ride has its thrills, including travelling along a bridge between Nakamatsu Station and Tateno Station 60 meters above a ravine.
  • SL Hitoyoshi
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    Kumamoto Prefecture Kagoshima Main Line Kumamoto Station - Heiyatsu Line Hitoyoshi Station
    This special steam locomotive runs between Kumamoto Station and Hitoyoshi Station on weekends and during long holidays. The nostalgia-filled sight of the steam billowing from the locomotive has captured the hearts of railway fans throughout the country. The interior features a classic, wood-centric design and contains an observation car, lounge, library, and buffet offering light snacks and drinks, not to mention commemorative passes and a photo service. Gaze out the window and take in the scenery as you let the steam locomotive’s pulsing beat reverberate through you.
  • SEA CRUISE
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    Kumamoto Pref. Kamiamakusashi Matsushimamachiaitsu 6125-22
    This tourist cruise follows a triangular route through the Amakusa Islands, taking in sites like the Five Bridges of Amakusa and Mt. Unzen-Fugendake. They also have a variety of leisure cruises for enjoying the sea around Amakusa Islands, including a dolphin watching cruise and a cruise to let you take in the area's gorgeous sunset.
  • Amakusa Dolphin Watching Reception Desk Reservation Center
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    Kumamoto Pref. Amakusashi Itsuwamachionike Hikisaka 2463
    You can pick out the boarding point for this tourist cruise in Itsuwa-machi, Amakusa City by its yellow tents. Stop there to book their 60-minute excursions to view schools of wild dolphins in the nearby sea. Between spring and autumn, you may even encounter baby dolphins. Their AMAKUSA KAISEN-KURA restaurant with its seafood bake is a popular spot with visitors taking the dolphin cruises.
  • Hitoyoshi Craft Park Ishino Park / Roadside Station Hitoyoshi
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    4.0
    21 Reviews
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    Kumamoto Hitoyoshi-shi Akaikeharamachi 1425-1
    A theme park where you can learn about the traditional crafts of Hitoyoshi and Kuma, an area selected for inclusion in the Japan Heritage list. The park consists of nine facilities, including a ceramics arts hall, smithing hall, glass hall, and teahouse, and visitors can make a variety of crafts by hand under the guidance of skilled artisans. There's also an observatory with a sweeping view of the Kyushu Mountains, a campground, and a park perfect for small children, making this a great destination for the whole family and for a variety of purposes. The local specialty products market sells traditional kijiuma wheeled bird toys, hanatebako boxes painted with camellias, and a wide variety of other gifts and souvenirs from Hitoyoshi and Kuma.

    こちらに来て偶然見た番組で知りました。 三徳包丁作り体験¥5000。 凄く丁寧に教えてくれます。 所要時間は90分くらい。 家にある包丁の中で一番の切れ味。 私は来る度に作って親しい人にプレゼントしています。

  • Fukuda Farm
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    Kumamoto Minamata-shi Jinnai 2525
    A farm which was created by cultivating mountain forest by hand. In this acclaimed farm, you can enjoy all the bounties of Shiranui and Kyushu. The farm has a full array of facilities to delight children and adults, including a tourist farm where a variety of citrus fruits are grown; a factory which makes and processes citrus juices; the Valencia-kan, a restaurant with a view of expansive scenery which serves dishes made with local ingredients; and the Sevilla-kan, a beer restaurant which offers Fukuda Farm original craft beers. Here you can enjoy unique and special experiences offered no place else while taking in the sight of the vast sea off of Shiranui.
  • Yuhoen Fruits Land
    Leisure / Hobbies
    Kumamoto Pref. Kumamotoshinishiku Kawachimachitake 1144
    This is a tourism farm located approximately 20 minutes by car from the JR Kami-Kumamoto Station, and only 30 minutes from the Kumamoto Castle. Here, one can enjoy picking mikan citrus and grapes, or purchase fruit from the direct sales store. The fruits that are harvested here include mikans, grapes, Japanese pears, persimmons, peaches, and strawberries. Visitors can also buy farm fresh eggs, go digging for bamboo shoots, or search for chestnuts. The cafe, Kawayuka, located in the farm serves dishes and desserts using the freshly picked fruits from the farm.
  • Aso Kusasenri horseback riding club
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    Kumamoto Pref. Asoshi Akamizu 1929
    At horse-riding facility Kusasenri, one can feel the magnificent nature of Aso. This facility is especially attractive because even small children can enjoy experiencing safe riding with a carefully-oriented horse. Depending on the time available, three courses are prepared.
  • Minami Aso Luna Astronomical Observatory Auberge Mori no Atelier
    Travel / Tourism
    Kumamoto Aso-gun Minamiasomura Shirakawa 1810
  • Aso Cuddly‧Dominion (Helicopter Sightseeing Flight)
    Travel / Tourism
    Kumamoto Aso-shi Kurokawa 2163

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Kumamoto lies in the center of Kyushu, a calm prefecture perfect for easy strolls around the historic center and lazy evenings in the natural hot springs at Kurokawa Onsen. For a slightly more strenuous activity, head to Mount Aso, whose surrounding hills offer hiking opportunities aplenty with views over the active volcano.

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