Best Cruises to Kumamoto (Yatsushiro), Japan

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On a cruise to Kumamoto, you’ll discover an artsy city surrounded by cherry orchards and lush hills, the brooding volcano of Mt. Aso just over the horizon. Come here to learn about samurai history, explore the exquisite gardens, and try the local cuisine—flavor-packed ramen and ikinari-dango, a much-loved dough parcel encasing sweet bean paste and sweet potato.

Kumamoto’s enchanting old town is dominated by a reconstruction of the impressive Kumamoto Castle, a spectacular samurai fortress with its origins in the 17th century. Explore the grounds, where you can admire the vast stone walls and the keep. Stroll through Suizenji-Jōjuen, a lakeside park that recreates the 53 stations of the ancient road from Tokyo to Kyoto, complete with a miniature Mount Fuji. Shop for crafts at the Kumamoto Prefectural Traditional Crafts Centre, where you can buy lanterns, porcelain items, and wood carvings. During your Japan cruise that stops in Kumamoto, you can also take a day trip to Mt. Aso, one of the most active volcanoes in the country.