Location: Kumamoto Prefecture
Kyushu-Okinawa, Japan
Japanese transcription(s)
• Japanese: 熊本県
• Rōmaji: Kumamoto-ken
Country: Japan
Region: Kyushu
Island: Kyushu
Capital: Kumamoto
Government• Governor: Ikuo Kabashima
Area• Total: 7,404.14 km (2,858.75 sq mi)
Area rank: 16th
Population (May 1, 2011)• Total: 1,812,255
• Rank: 23rd
• Density: 244.76/km (633.9/sq mi)
ISO 3166 code: JP-43
Districts: 9
Municipalities: 45
Flower: Gentian (Gentiana scabra var. buergeri)
Tree: Camphor tree (Cinnamomum camphora)
Bird: Eurasian skylark (Alauda arvensis)
Website: www.pref.kumamoto.jp
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Kumamoto Prefecture (熊本県, Kumamoto-ken) is a prefecture of Japan located on the island of Kyushu. The capital is the city of Kumamoto.
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1. Yonjusanman Falls
2. Hijiri Falls
3. Nabegataki Falls
Kurobuchi, Oguni-machi, Aso-gun 869-2502 Kumamoto Prefecture
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Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 400 reviews
Reviewed By Emily2018_G_Scott - Sydney, Australia
This is one of the easiest walk and be the closest to a waterfall. Entrance fee of 300 Yen is well worth it because the toilet is clean and the walkway is well maintained. Must visit on your way to Kumamoto.
