Kumamoto

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Kumamoto

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Obec / Město

Summary

Kumamoto is the capital city of Kumamoto Prefecture, located on the island of Kyushu, Japan. Katō Kiyomasa constructed Kumamoto Castle in 1588, renowned for its innovative defenses. A Peace Pagoda was built on Mount Hanaoka in 1954 to commemorate those lost in war.

Statistics

Area

389.54 km²

Population

738,385

Location