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.

But it is, in fact, a mission that’ll eventually see the blocks placed back into the fabric of the city’s most iconic structure: Kumamoto Castle, a fortification known throughout Japan because ...

iconic Kumamoto Castle is rising from the ashes. The temblors caused serious damage to the structures that make up one of Japan’s most traditional fortresses, in addition to the succession of ...

Another notable destination in Kyushu is Kumamoto, known for its impressive Kumamoto Castle, one of Japan's most famous and well-preserved castles. The city also offers beautiful gardens, hot springs, ...

The deadly earthquakes that struck the southern Japanese island of Kyushu on Thursday and Saturday breached the walls of Kumamoto Castle which had previously withstood bombardment and fire in its ...

Did you know that Japan has more than 200 castles still ... Photo: Sean Pavone/DreamstimeKumamoto Castle Coming in at No 5 is Kumamoto Castle in its namesake prefecture. This majestic stronghold ...

Explore 9 stunning castles in Japan, from Himeji to Hirosaki—rich in samurai history, architecture, and scenic beauty. A must ...

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 ...

Hong Kong Airlines says affected passengers can rebook for other destinations, while those opting for refunds will be offered travel vouchers Hong Kong Airlines is set to cancel flights to Kagoshima ...

This natural phenomenon usually appears in Japan's mountainous regions from ... you’ll now be able to see this mystical scene at Kumamoto Castle in Kyushu. おはようございます。

TOKYO: The deadly earthquakes that struck the southern Japanese island of Kyushu on Thursday and Saturday breached the walls of Kumamoto Castle which had previously withstood bombardment and fire ...