🗡️✨Learn the Spirit of the Samurai and Japanese Etiquette through Iaido 🗡️✨
You can experience Iaido, a traditional Japanese martial art that teaches the art of drawing and cutting with a sword. This practice is taught by a descendant of the famous samurai Miyamoto Musashi, ensuring an authentic learning experience in a serious atmosphere. 🎎
In Japan, great respect is given to both the location and the tools used in practice. Through Iaido, you can cultivate a strong mind and etiquette similar to that of a samurai. This is highly recommended for those who wish to discipline their hearts and minds. 💪❤️
🚶 Access: About a 15-minute taxi ride from JR Kumamoto Station 🚉
🗾 Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/fLzHRk7H5wcTqMDq6 🗺️
🌐 URL: https://kumamoto.guide/look/detail/297
Embark on this journey to learn not only the techniques of Iaido but also the deeper values of respect and discipline that come with it!
蓮華院誕生寺奥之院
🌸 Discover 蓮華院誕生寺奥之院 (Rengein Tanjoji Temple): A Spiritual Gem in Kumamoto! 🕊️✨
Rengein Tanjoji Okunoin is a beautiful temple located in Tamana City, Kumamoto Prefecture. This significant site, part of the Shingon Ritsu sect, honors the deity Kōen Daibosatsu, who was born here during the Heian period. One of the highlights of the temple is the Hiryū no Kane, the world's largest bronze bell, measuring an impressive 2.88 meters in diameter! 🔔🌏 Visitors can participate in daily bell-ringing ceremonies at 11:50 AM, joining monks in this meaningful tradition. 🙏✨
As New Year’s approaches, this temple becomes a popular destination for those seeking to fulfill their wishes, as it’s believed that one wish will surely be granted here! 🎉💖 Established in 1978 as part of the temple's revival after wartime destruction, Okunoin attracts around 200,000 visitors each year. 🌟
🚶 Access: About a 15-minute walk from JR Tamana Station
🗾 Google Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/6ppczxU4sDtmj6g77
🌐 URL: https://kumamoto.guide/spots/detail/11026
🌊 Explore the Takamori Spring Water Tunnel! 🌟
Have you heard about the Takamori Spring Water Tunnel in Kumamoto Prefecture?
Originally built for a railway project, this fascinating tunnel stretches about 2 kilometers and has been transformed into a beautiful park. Inside, you'll find a 550-meter section with a wooden boardwalk alongside a flowing waterway, where the temperature stays a cool 17°C year-round. ❄️ One of the highlights is the "Water Pearl" fountain, which creates stunning illuminated water shapes. 💧✨ The park also hosts seasonal events like the Tanabata Festival in July and Christmas Fantasy in December, adding to its charm. 🎉 Plus, there are educational displays about water conservation and the environment. 🌱🚶♀️💖
🚶 Access: 10-minute walk from Takamori Station
🗾 Google Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/HhoMDFNxiQD3QgkYA 🌐 URL: https://kumamoto.guide/spots/detail/11447
田楽
Savor traditional Kumamoto cuisine in a historic farmhouse 🏡🍢
📍 Dengaku Cuisine
In this restaurant set in a traditional farmhouse, you can enjoy Kumamoto's local cuisine while sitting around an irori (sunken hearth). One of the specialties is "Tsurunoko Imo," a type of taro that grows only in the volcanic ash soil of Aso. This rare ingredient adds a unique touch to the dishes. 🍠🔥
We visited this place ourselves—be sure to watch the video!
🚗 Getting there: About a 35-minute drive from JR Aso Station.
🗾Google Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/1cYSmErQ8NS6k4ES6
🌐 URL: https:https://kumamoto.guide/spots/detail/9025
ワンピース列車
Immerse Yourself in the World of "ONE PIECE" Manga on a Train 🚂📖
📍 ONE PIECE Train
The Minamiaso Railway has a special train that collaborates with the manga "ONE PIECE". ⚓ The train runs between Tateno Station and Takamori Station. 🚉 Please give the video a watch until the very end! 🎥
【Timetable】
① Operates only on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays (all non-reserved seating)
Takamori 9:00 ⇒ Tateno 9:31 ⏰
Tateno 12:42 ⇒ Takamori 13:16 ⏰
② Operates only on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays (all non-reserved seating)
Takamori 13:40 ⇒ Tateno 14:28 ⏰
Tateno 15:30 ⇒ Takamori 16:20 ⏰
※ Information is current as of October 2024.
🌐 URL:https:https://op-kumamoto.com/train/
草千里
Experience horseback riding with the majestic Mt. Aso and Kusasenri as your backdrop! 🏇🌋
📍 Kusasenri Horseback Riding Experience
Kusasenrigahama is a vast grassland that spreads across a 1-kilometer-wide crater formed by volcanic activity around 30,000 years ago, making it one of the most iconic tourist spots in Aso. Horseback riding here is a popular activity, and all the rides are guided, making it safe even for children and first-time riders.
🚍 Getting there: About a 30-minute shuttle bus ride from JR Aso Station to the Aso Mountain Terminal.
🗾Google Map:https://maps.app.goo.gl/8yuvuz5kKuTHuxASA
🌐 URL: https://kumamoto.guide/en/spots/detail/210
天草SUP体験
We’ve just filmed a video, so be sure to check it out! 🎥✨
📍 SUP Experience in Amakusa
Amakusa is a famous area for marine sports, and today we’re introducing a SUP (Stand-Up Paddleboarding) experience that's perfect for beginners. This is the ultimate way to fully enjoy the beautiful seas of Amakusa. Why not try SUP in Amakusa too? 🌊🏄♀️
Please note: SUP experience requires advance reservations.
🚗 Getting there: Approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes by car from Kumamoto city
🗾Google Map:https://maps.app.goo.gl/STvq3bZhuEFwuhYs6
🌐 URL:https://maps.app.goo.gl/STvq3bZhuEFwuhYs6
天草イルカウォッチング
Let's Go See Wild Dolphins Swimming in the Majestic Sea 🛥️🏖️
📍 Amakusa Dolphin Watching 🐬⚓
Amakusa, a popular beach resort, is home to around 200 wild dolphins that swim freely in the ocean. Why not come and meet these adorable dolphins? Enjoy the refreshing sea breeze as you watch them from the boat. The best season for dolphin watching is from April to September. If you're lucky, especially from May to September during the birthing season, you might even spot dolphin families with their baby dolphins. 💕
We've captured some footage of these dolphins, so be sure to check out the video! 😊
🚶 Access: Amakusa City Dolphin Watching Information Center
🗾 Google Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Fda7QaQ9mJX9Wff79
🌐 URL: https://amakusashi-dolphin.jp/etop.html
📍Kuratake Shrine
🌊 A Popular Scenic Spot with Stunning Views of the Calm Sea and Islands 🌅
📍Kuratake Shrine
Nestled atop the 682m peak of Kuratake, this shrine was built to pray for the safety of fishermen. It's famous on social media as the "Torii in the Sky," offering breathtaking panoramic views. As one of Amakusa's top power spots, you can fully immerse yourself in the majestic nature of the region.
🚗 Parking: About 5 spots available near the shrine (2-minute walk to the torii gate). Please be cautious while driving as the road to the summit is narrow.
🚶 Access: About a 1-hour drive from JR Misumi Station.
