kumamoto prefecture

Japan Trend Radar: Kumamoto, Takaichi Criticism, Empress Support

Japanese social media condemned corporate greed, re-iterated their support for an Empress Aiko, and demanded women-only Shinkansen seats.

Kumamoto City Might Address Bullying with Security Cameras

Experts are split, with some saying it's a good idea, while others argue it won't address the bullying that occurs online.

ONE PIECE Nets Earthquake-Struck Region Japan’s Largest Tourist Increase

After Kumamoto's devastating earthquake in 2016, ONE PIECE mangaka Oda Eichiro set sail on a quest to revitalize his hometown.

Japanese Lawmaker Who Threatened to Punch Taxi Driver Resigns

Kumamoto Prefecture legislator Ide Nobuo is no stranger to controversy. But it looks like, this time, he went one step too far.