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Kumamoto Arao Tourism Association

May. 7, 2026 (edited)
[Image1]Manda Pit, located in Arao City, Kumamoto Prefecture, is a World Heritage Site that conveys the hist
[Image2]Manda Pit, located in Arao City, Kumamoto Prefecture, is a World Heritage Site that conveys the hist
[Image3]Manda Pit, located in Arao City, Kumamoto Prefecture, is a World Heritage Site that conveys the hist

Manda Pit, located in Arao City, Kumamoto Prefecture, is a World Heritage Site that conveys the history of the Miike Coal Mine, which supported Japan's modernization.
Visitors can feel the scale of the coal mine where many people once worked while exploring the large shaft headframe, winding house, and coal mine train.
Unlike bustling tourist spots, it offers a quiet space to confront history. It's an easily accessible stop during your trip to Kumamoto or while traveling from Fukuoka to Kumamoto.

【Visiting Information】9:30 AM to 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:30 PM) / Closed: Mondays (or the following weekday if a holiday) and during the New Year holidays / Admission: 410 yen for adults and university students, 310 yen for high school students, 210 yen for elementary and middle school students / Manda Pit Station (free exhibition room and ticket sales)

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May. 11, 2026
Manda Pit has a grandeur that cannot be fully conveyed through photographs alone. Standing on-site, one can imagine the era when the coal mine supported the region and Japan's industry, as the size of the steel structure, the weight of the brick buildings, and the tranquility of the expansive grounds come together. It is highly recommended for those who wish to learn more about history, as well as for those interested in architecture and industrial heritage. When visiting Arao City, be sure to include it in your itinerary. 【Visiting Information】9:30 AM to 5:00 PM (Last entry at 4:30 PM) / Closed: Mondays (the following weekday if a holiday) and during the New Year holidays / Admission: 410 yen for adults and university students, 310 yen for high school students, 210 yen for elementary and middle school students / Manda Pit Station (free exhibition room and ticket sales) #Historical Travel #Historical Walk #Industrial Heritage #Coal Mine Ruins #Miike Coal Mine #World Heritage Tour #Brick Architecture #Japan's Modernization #MandaCoalMine #AraoCity #KumamotoTravel #TravelJapan #VisitJapan #JapaneseHistory #IndustrialHeritage #WorldHeritage
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Dec. 28, 2025
Miike Port is famous for its beautiful sunsets. For about one week each year in November and January—when the sunset direction measures 247 degrees clockwise from north—a straight “lane of light” appears, stretching from the end of the shipping channel through the open gate. Combined with the surrounding factories, it has become a popular spot for photography. To help visitors capture more beautiful, photogenic images, Pier No. 1 of Miike Port, which is normally off-limits, is opened as a photo point. Please take in this special sight, which appears only twice a year. ☆ Pier No. 1 opening period: November 16, 2025 (Sunday)–November 22, 2025 (Saturday) January 18, 2026 (Sunday)–January 24, 2026 (Saturday) ☆ Pier No. 1 opening hours: November ▶ 16:15–17:30 / January ▶ 16:45–18:00 ☆ Sunset times during the periods: November ▶ around 17:15 / January ▶ around 17:45 ☆ Location: Miike Port Observation Point and Pier No. 1, Shinko-cho, Omuta City ☆ Parking: Miike Port Observation Point (parking is available until 30 minutes after Pier No. 1 closing time) ※ If you come by car, please use the parking lot. ※ Do not park on surrounding roads. The event will be canceled in case of rain. For the latest information and details, please check here. Contact Omuta City Tourism Omotenashi Section Phone number 0944412750

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