Kumamoto prefecture is located in the center of Kyushu archipelago, at the South of Japon. Famous for the historical castle of Kumamoto prefectoral capital, this prefecture is the perfect place for nature lovers; between sea and mountain, hotsprings and culture. Come and try to climb the biggest active volcano of Japan as well as one of the biggest in the world, Mount Aso. Take a stroll into one of the most beautiful garden of the country: Suizen-ji Jujo-en. Down South, discover the story of the descendants of Japan's "hidden christians", at Amakusa and its spectaculat miriad of small islands. 
Kumamoto is famous because of its funny mascot Kumamon, some kind of big black teddy bear.