Sensuikyo Gorge, nestled in the mountains of Aso in Kumamoto Prefecture, is one of Kyushu’s most picturesque hidden ...

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Japan's declining population in agricultural regions could be having a damaging impact on biodiversity—a trend that could ...

Tucked into the forested hills of Kumamoto Prefecture is Kurokawa Onsen, a small hot spring village that feels like it’s been preserved in time. Compared to more well-known Kyushu onsen towns like ...

The Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) has deepened this partnership by establishing a $7 billion factory in Kumamoto, Japan ... s geopolitical landscape, demanding careful ...

An aerial view of a winding road cutting through the rolling green hills of Kusasenri Grassland near Mt. Aso, Kumamoto, Japan. The vibrant landscape is covered in lush grass, creating a tranquil and ...

Photo: Kumamoto Castle General Office The Kumamoto Castle Spring Festival is held every year in spring. The event showcases performances such as Japanese taiko drumming, offering visitors a chance to ...

A striking view of the reconstructed main keep of Kumamoto Castle, one of Japan’s most impressive castles ... This unique highland landscape offers sweeping views across the fertile basin and distant ...

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 ...