Kumamoto Prefecture facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Kumamoto Prefecture
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Kumamoto Prefecture is a special area in the Kyūshū region of Japan. It's located on the island of Kyushu. The main city, or capital, is Kumamoto.
About 21% of Kumamoto Prefecture's land is protected as National Parks, like Aso Kujū National Park. These parks help keep nature safe and beautiful.
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Cool Facts About Kumamoto
Kumamoto Prefecture is known for its amazing nature and history. It has a famous castle and a huge volcano!
Kumamoto Castle: A Historic Landmark
One of the most famous places here is Kumamoto Castle. It took many years to build, from 1607 to 1614. This castle is a symbol of the prefecture's rich past.
Mount Aso: A Giant Volcano
Kumamoto is home to Mount Aso, which is a very large active volcano. It stands tall at 1592 meters (about 5,223 feet). It's a popular spot for visitors to see incredible natural landscapes.
Where is Kumamoto?
Kumamoto Prefecture is right in the middle of the Kyūshū island.
- To the west, it touches the Ariake Sea and the Amakusa Islands.
- Fukuoka Prefecture and Ōita Prefecture are to its north.
- To the east, you'll find Miyazaki Prefecture.
- And to the south, it borders Kagoshima Prefecture.
Related pages
- Provinces of Japan
- Prefectures of Japan
- List of regions of Japan
- List of islands of Japan
- Roasso Kumamoto
Images for kids
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Hitoyoshi
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Kumamoto City
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Minamata
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Tsūjun Bridge in Yamato, Kamimashiki
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Renge-in Tanjō-ji
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Roasso Kumamoto franchise stadium in KKWing of Kumamoto
See also
In Spanish: Prefectura de Kumamoto para niños
