Kumamoto Prefecture

Kumamoto has many romantic spots that are ideal for a date. Whether you’re looking for places to spend the weekend together or want somewhere you can go for a few hours after work, you have some great options. Suizenji Jojuen Garden A highlight of Kumamoto for tourists and a romantic spot is Suizenji Jojuen Garden. This traditional garden has miniatures of many Japanese landmarks, including Mount Fuji. You can walk around the entire garden in an hour or two (depending on how long you stop to look at the monuments). End your date with a tea steeped in high-quality spring water and perhaps some local ikinari dango cake at the teahouse. Unganzenji Temple Another idea for an active date is to visit Unganzenji Temple, where you can explore Reigando Cave. This will be particularly popular with anyone interested in samurai because it was here that the ronin Miyamoto Musashi spent the last months of his life writing The Book of Five Rings and meditating. There are suggestions that he is also buried here. Benkei If you’re looking for a romantic restaurant for dinner, consider Benkei. It’s a great place to try sushi made with local fish from Kumamoto, including some…