Shoji Numata, President of Machiokoshi Energy, provides some insights on the trend of developing small-scale geothermal power ...

OGUNI, Kumamoto Prefecture—About 3,000 “koinobori” carp-shaped streamers are casting out festive spring colors over the Tsuetate Onsen hot spring resort area. The koinobori streamers are ...

The Nabegataki waterfall in Oguni, Kumamoto Prefecture, is a UNESCO Global Geopark site. It likely formed during an eruption of Mount Aso about 90,000 years ago. The 10-meter-tall, 20-meter ...

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, Japan -- Efforts are underway to ensure water safety in Japan's Kumamoto prefecture, home to a burgeoning chip hub centering on new and planned Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co ...