In February 1877, Takamori Saigo (1828-1877), the leader of the Satsuma Rebellion, launched an all-out assault on Kumamoto Castle that was being defended by the Imperial Japanese Army. With his ...

KUMAMOTO--The interior of Kumamoto Castle's main tower reopened to the public on June 28 following the completion of repairs from the 2016 earthquakes here that knocked off roof tiles and ...

The two earthquakes, measuring the highest reading of 7 on Japan's seismic intensity scale twice, also caused severe damage to Kumamoto Castle, including its famous stone walls. Repair work to the ...

This episode explores Japan’s seismic innovations, documenting survivors, engineers and global efforts to protect lives and cultural heritage.

Famous for its luxurious teppanyaki and anniversary promotions, Itakami offers a 13-dish tasting menu starting at just HK$555 ...

The property is located 10 km from Kumamoto Castle, 11 km from Hosokawa Residence Gyobutei and 40 km from Hirayama Hot Spring. The property is non-smoking and is situated 8.2 km from Egao Kenko ...

The accommodation is non-smoking. Kumamoto Castle is 47 km from the apartment, while Suizenji Park is 47 km from the property. Kumamoto Airport is 32 km away.

It’s the first day of our Walk Japan experience on the southern island of Kyushu, but the trip has already gone to Hell, ...