Reasons to Choose Japan
Life in Japan by Specific Areas
Kumamoto
Summary
There are many traditional events that have been handed down from ancient time in various parts of Kumamoto prefecture. Festivals and dances that have been passed down since ancient times are held every year. In addition, Ariake Sea - Yashiro Sea, the only place in Japan where "Mutsugoro" (a kind of fish famous in Japan) inhabits, has the largest dry beach in Japan and is a unique and valuable sea area in the world.
*This map does not include topographical features and island areas and does not cover the entire area of Japan.
Access
- If arriving by plane
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From Tokyo
Haneda Airport
1 hour 50 minutesKumamoto Airport
(Aso Kumamoto Airport) - If arriving by Shinkansen or train
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From Tokyo
Tokyo Station
5 hours 44 minutesKumamoto Station
Famous places / spots recommended by locals
Kurokawa Onsen
A hot spring resort located in the northeastern part of Kumamoto prefecture that blends into the idyllic rural landscape. The open-air bath that makes the most of nature is attractive!
Kikuchikeikoku
Located in a corner of Aso-Kuju National Park, where it is a spot that able to enjoy the forest covered with virgin forest and the colorful leaves in autumn.
Foods recommended by locals
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Horse meat sashimi
Compared to beef and pork, horse meat is low in calories, low in fat, low in cholesterol and high in protein, and is attracting attention as a healthy food. Especially in Kumamoto prefecture, fresh horse meat is easily available, making it a popular ingredient.
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Karashi renkon
A dish in which miso mixed with mustard is stuffed into a lotus root hole, battered and fried in oil. It is widely known as being good for nutrition-tonic.
Climate (temperature / precipitation)
The average annual temperature in Kumamoto City is about 16 to 17 degrees Celsius. Temperatures in the summer can be extremely hot, even at times exceeding 35 degrees Celsius. While there is low snowfall in the winter, the low temperature can at times fall below freezing, making for cold winter days.
Monthly temperature/precipitation
(Source: Japan Meteorological Agency)
Cost of living
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Rent
40,224 yen
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Electricity, gas, and water costs
8,535 yen
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Ramen
(Eating out)
733 yen
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White bread (1 kg)
533 yen
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Milk (1ℓ)
257 yen
*Source
- Rent
“Housing and Land Survey: 2023,” Portal Site of Official Statistics of Japan
Average rent per month (excluding free rent) for privately rented apartments/houses (exclusively residential dwelling) with a total floor area of 29m2 or less in each prefectural capital - Electricity, gas, and water costs
“Family Income and Expenditure Survey: 2023,” Portal Site of Official Statistics of Japan
Per capita expenditure calculated as the monthly average of total annual expenditures on utilities (electricity, gas, and water) per household in each prefectural capital, divided by the average number of members in each household - Eating out (Ramen) / White bread (1kg) / Milk (1ℓ)
“Retail Price Survey (Trend Survey): August 2024,” Portal Site of Official Statistics of Japan
Related links
Number of international students by country
China
Nepal
Vietnam
Total number of international students in Japan: 279,274
Total number of international students in Kumamoto Prefecture: 1,217
Based on 2023 “Annual Survey of International Students in Japan”
List of universities in each area
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