Sightseeing Spot Spots in Arao Area

  • Miike Coal Mine (Manda Pit)
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    Kumamoto Pref. Araoshi Haramanda 200-2
    This coal pit supported Japan’s industrial revolution and today is a registered World Heritage Site. The mine’s solemn brick structures, entrance to the underground areas, and machine room which still houses massive machinery are impressive sights. Visitors can also spend a fun time listening to the experiences of men who actually worked in the mine.

    There are hourly guided tours in Japanese if you are able to understand Japanese. If my understanding is correct, some used to work at the mine before it closed. The guides are a wealth of...

  • Nankan Iki Iki Village
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    Kumamoto Pref. Tamanagunnankanmachi Sekimachi 419-1
    This store in Nankan Town, Tamana County sells fresh seafood and vegetables, as well as local specialty items. It's run by Shioyama Shokuhin KK that produces Nankanage, a kind of traditional local fried tofu. The store has a variety of sales areas, a restaurant, an udon shop serving handmade noodles, and a bakery. The buffet-style restaurant serves popular sushi rolls made with Nankanage and soy milk soft serve ice cream.

    コロナの3密など関係ないほどの人が沢山います。野菜、魚、乾物、お土産お菓子など所狭しで並んでいます。マグロの解体もあってて美味しそうでした。

  • Nagomimachi Midori Aya
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    Kumamoto Tamana-gun Nagomimachi Otaguro 768-1

    三加和温泉ふるさと交流センター内にある、農産物の直売所でファーストフードなどのコーナーもあり、弁当などを購入してイートインスペースで食べることもできるようです。 大豆製品の丸美屋が指定管理者になっているようで、納豆や豆腐も直売しています。地元の特産品の野菜や果物も盛りだくさん! 見ているだけで楽しいです。 訪れた日は、隣接する金栗四三ミュージアムの最終日で、店頭でお雑煮が食べられたり、納豆・豆腐の...

  • Kingyo no Yakata
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    Kumamoto Tamana-gun Nagasumachi Nagasu 3150

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Kumamoto lies in the center of Kyushu, a calm prefecture perfect for easy strolls around the historic center and lazy evenings in the natural hot springs at Kurokawa Onsen. For a slightly more strenuous activity, head to Mount Aso, whose surrounding hills offer hiking opportunities aplenty with views over the active volcano.

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