Kumamoto Prefecture

This was such an inyerestimg experience and it was really great to get to make something of our own.

At first, I thought simply drawing and sheathing the sword would be enough for you to practice! But since it's a trial lesson, perfection isn't required. Completing the whole process is more important. We practiced a set of moves, learned about Miyamoto Musashi and the history of Niten Ichi-ryu, and there are so many other interesting things. Kumamoto is truly a city of samurai.

The shop is easy to find, and the staff is very kind. There was no impatience or anger during the communication process. They quickly helped us change into our outfits and printed photos for us as a souvenir. In addition, we could take home the kimono bag and split-toe socks, which was awesome. Location: Sakura-no-baba Josaien Facilities: Be careful as you need to return the kimono by 17:00, and be cautious of the contact between the shoes and socks, which can be a bit slippery.

I was contemplating how to make meaningful memories, so I booked and visited. I arrived a bit earlier than the opening time, but they greeted me with smiling faces and even brought out a chair so I wouldn't have to stand, which made me feel good from the start. I didn't really have a specific design in mind, but I got recommendations and tried on clothes. I only tweaked the broad strokes, and I was grateful that the staff took the time to consider and choose clothes that suited me. I was a bit disappointed that the selection of men's kimono designs was a bit smaller compared to other clothing stores, but I still left with many good memories.

We had a wonderful experience on this day tour to Kusasenri Grassland (Kusasenrigahama) and Takachiho Gorge. Our tour guide, Daisy Wu, was very lovely and friendly. She speaks both English and Chinese fluently, which made communication very easy for everyone in the group. During each stop, she also recommended different local food spots for us to try, which was very helpful. Originally, our itinerary was supposed to include Aso Crater as well. However, due to a recent helicopter accident and the ongoing rescue operations, the crater area was temporarily closed. Daisy handled the situation very well and brought us to an alternative spot instead. Luckily, the weather today was very clear, so we were still able to see Aso Crater from Kusasenri Grassland, which made the experience even more special. Overall, this is a highly recommended day tour. Thank you for the lovely keychain souvenir, it’s a nice memory from the trip. Hope to join another tour with Daisy again in the future!

Really enjoyed this trip. The guides were great, the timing was perfect, and we always had enough time to look around. Unfortunately Mt. Aso was closed on the day, so we couldn't go up, but that was out of the tour operator's control. Overall we are very happy with the experience and would recommend it.

We had such a wonderful experience on this tour, and a big part of that was because of our guide, Daisy. From the very beginning, she made everyone feel welcome and at ease. You could really feel her passion for what she does. She didn’t just give us facts — she shared stories and little local insights that made each stop more meaningful and interesting. We also really appreciated her patience and how organized everything was. Nothing ever felt rushed, and we always felt safe and well taken care of. She made sure everyone was included and enjoying themselves. Thank you, Daisy, for making this more than just a tour. It truly became one of the highlights of our trip. We’ll gladly recommend this experience to our friends and family because of you!

Sun was a very informative guide and I learned alot .The castle is impressive and well worth visiting but the view from the Aso plains is amazing.Such a strange landscape I would highly recommend this trip.

We truly enjoyed the Kamishikimi – Mt. Aso – Kusasenri – Kurokawa Onsen tour. Our guide, Ms. Yang, was incredibly kind and spoke excellent English. She generously shared all the best spots and restaurant recommendations, and she was always polite and respectful throughout the trip. She even gave each of us a small token, which was such a thoughtful and sweet gesture. Our driver was also highly skilled and made us feel safe the entire time. 👏 Overall, it was a wonderful and memorable experience!