Onsens in Kumamoto Prefecture
Volcanic hot springs in the shadow of Mount Aso
Kumamoto (熊本県, Kumamoto-ken) is home to the mighty Kumamoto Castle, one of Japan’s most impressive feudal castles. The prefecture also boasts the scenic Mount Aso, one of the world’s largest volcanic calderas, and the charming Kurokawa Onsen. The capital city is Kumamoto.
