In the Edo period, it flourished as a Castle Town centered on the Tomioka Castle, and fascinates people who visit the ruins of the Tomioka Castle and the historic port of Tomioka Port, which still face of it.
There are also a variety of sightseeing spots, such as the highly transparent Tomioka Beaches, the Shiraiwazaki Campground with a beautiful sunset, and the Myoken Falls where quiet time streams.
Please spend a relaxing time in Reihoku Town, where you can experience the rich nature, history, and warmth of people.
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The August issue of the magazine "Discover Japan" (Discover Japan Co., Ltd.) features our town's "Uchida Sarayama Ware" and "Tomioka Castle - Reihoku Town History Museum."
It includes information about the kilns that have been passed down in this region for generations, as well as guides that convey the history of Reihokumachi.
The content is filled with the rich history and warmth of craftsmanship from Reihokumachi. We hope you will take a look at it in bookstores or online stores and use it as a reference for your next visit to Reihokumachi.
Featured Content
Special Theme: To the Sea and Mountains
Featured Facilities
Uchida Sarayama Ware
Tomioka Castle
Reihoku Town History Museum
About "Discover Japan" For more details, please visit the official website of "Discover Japan."
We look forward to welcoming you along with the nature and culture of Reihokumachi.
Amakusa Reihoku Tourist Association
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【Reihoku Sunset Marche】Announcement for July📣
Hello everyone! Here is the announcement for the "Reihoku Sunset Marche" taking place in July!♪
This month, following the "Beauty and Healing Detour Marche" on Saturday, July 11th (at Reihoku Town Community Center Gymnasium), the marche will be held consecutively!
(There will also be the Jatto Festival & Peiron Tournament on July 18th and 19th!)
👀Highlights of this Sunset Marche👀
❣At the "Reihoku Sunset Marche," local agricultural products, processed goods, and side dishes will be available for sale. This time, in addition to the "Ama-kusa Bankan" and small onions available for bulk purchase, you can also experience a veggie check to see how much vegetables you consume regularly!
We look forward to your visit! 😊 Don't forget to bring your shopping bag! 🛍✨
【Items for Sale】
・Asparagus
・Ama-kusa Bankan (bulk purchase)
・Okra
・Rice🌾
・Side Dishes (various)
・Pumpkin
・Water Spinach
・Chiffon Cake
・Small Onions (bulk purchase)
・Tsurumurasaki
・Mini Tomatoes
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Reihoku Sunset Marche
【Date】Sunday, July 12th, from 1 PM to 3 PM
【Location】Amakusa Reihoku Tourist Association (Reihoku Town Tourist Information Center, 4535-1 Kamitsufukae, Reihoku Town)
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"This summer vacation, create unforgettable memories here." Enjoy the breathtaking rice terraces overlooking the sea and feel the pleasant sweat. What awaits after is freshly cooked "new rice" and juicy BBQ…!
Thank you for always following the posts from the Amakusa Reihoku Tourist Association! Today, we have an announcement for a special event that you absolutely must experience this summer✨
In the beautiful "High-altitude rice terraces" that Reihoku proudly boasts, we will hold a 【Rice Harvesting & New Rice BBQ Experience】!🌾🍖
The seedlings we planted together in spring have soaked up the blessings of the sun and are finally ready for the golden harvest.
This is not just a farming activity. Harvesting rice while feeling the refreshing summer breeze and the blue sea before your eyes offers an emotion that cannot be experienced in the city.
Moreover! After working up a sweat, enjoy the freshly harvested "new rice" in this stunning setting. Let’s have the best lunch time with sizzling meat and vegetables on the grill🤤
This will surely be a special day not only for children's free research and summer memories but also for adults to refresh their minds! To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience, we are limiting participation to the first 15 sign-ups, so if you're interested, please apply early! We look forward to kicking off the best summer together with all of you!
📅 Event Overview
〇 Date: Saturday, August 8 (Rain or shine, but will be canceled in case of severe weather)
〇 Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
〇 Location: Reihokumachi, Amakusa District, Kumamoto Prefecture (near "Nōkō no Hi")
〇 Participation Fee (including lunch and insurance): Adults 3,000 yen, Elementary school students 1,500 yen
*Payment will be made in cash at the reception on the day. Please help us by bringing exact change.
〇 Capacity: First 15 participants
〇 What to bring: Hat, drink, towel, clothes that can get dirty
📬 How to Apply
① Go to the profile of this account
② Tap the URL in the profile section
③ Fill out the required information in the dedicated application form and send it!
*The application deadline is Sunday, August 2, but we will close applications as soon as the capacity is reached.
BBQ at the rice terraces with a view of the sea sounds amazing, doesn’t it?✨ If you want to go, please 【save】 this and share it with family and friends you want to go with!
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【Event Announcement】 Enjoy the Summer Sea! Announcement of the "SUP Experience Event" at Amakusa Shimoda Onsen!
Hello everyone! This summer, we invite you to a special event where you can truly experience the beautiful sea of Amakusa!
The popular marine activity "SUP (Stand Up Paddleboarding)" will be held at Amakusa Shimoda Onsen on Saturday, July 25th!
Why not enjoy the stunning views of Amakusa from the best seats while gently swaying on the waves? Everyone from elementary school students and up is welcome.
Join us with your family and friends to create wonderful summer memories!
Additionally, after the experience, we have delicious barbecues and attractive accommodation plans available at "Yume Hotaru Camping"!
It's a satisfying plan that allows you to fully enjoy Amakusa all day long. We look forward to your applications!
【Event Overview】
・Date and Time: Saturday, July 25, 2026, from 10:00 AM
・Location: Odatokowan (Meet on site)
・Address: 426 Shimoda Minami, Amakusa City, 863-2802
・SUP Experience Participation Fee: 3,300 yen per person (for elementary school students and up)
【Enjoyment Options】
① Barbecue at Yume Hotaru Camping
・Participation Fee: Adults 5,500 yen / Children 3,300 yen
・Address: 1-2971 Shimoda Kita, Amakusa City, 863-2803
*If the number of participants does not reach the limit, we may have to cancel the event.
② Accommodation Plan at Yume Hotaru Camping
・Cabin (up to 4 people) rental: 4,400 yen per person
【Notes】
・Please ensure you have your own accident insurance.
・If the weather is bad on the day of the event, the event and plans may be canceled.
・The content of this event may be published in images, videos, and texts on the official website and brochures. It may also be featured in magazines and websites due to media coverage.
・Please adhere to the notes and rules, and participate at your own risk.
【Application and Inquiries】
・Application Method: Please fill out the necessary information on the application form to apply.
・Organizer: Amakusa West Coast Sunset Council
・Cooperation: Amakusa Takarajima Tourism Association Amakusa Branch, Shimoda Onsen Ryokan Association
・Contact: Shimoda Onsen Ryokan Association, Amakusa
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【Media Information】Kazuma-en will be featured on RKK Kumamoto Broadcasting's "Sorakuma"!
We are pleased to announce that Kazuma-en will be introduced on the program "Sorakuma," which airs every Saturday on RKK Kumamoto Broadcasting.
"Sorakuma" is a program that introduces various aspects of Kumamoto Prefecture from an aerial perspective, showcasing beautiful images captured by drones that reveal the region's seasonal and local diversity. Enjoy captivating visuals of the rich nature and stunning coastlines from above, offering a unique perspective!
Details of the broadcast are as follows. We hope you all tune in.
Program Name: RKK Kumamoto Broadcasting (Channel 3) "Sorakuma"
Broadcast Date and Time: Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 18:50
Program Overview: Titled "Kumamoto from the Sky = Sorakuma," this program focuses on drone footage showcasing various scenes from across the prefecture.
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【Reihoku Sunset Marche】Announcement for June📣
Hello everyone! Here is the announcement for the "Reihoku Sunset Marche" taking place in June♪
👀Highlights of this Sunset Marche👀
❣The "Reihoku Sunset Marche" will feature local agricultural products, processed goods, and side dishes for sale. The famous "Ninoya" will also have a stall with its delicious ikinari dango!
You can also enjoy a pack-your-own deal with Amakusa Bankan and small onions!
We look forward to seeing you all 😊 Don't forget to bring your own bags 🛍✨
【Items for Sale】
・Amakusa Bankan (pack-your-own)
・Okra
・Rice🌾
・Side Dishes
・Pumpkin
・Cucumber🥒
・Bitter Melon
・Potato🥔
・Small Onion (pack-your-own)
・Dekopon
・Corn🌽
・Eggplant🍆
・Flower Grass
・Bread
・Beets
・Bell Pepper🫑
・Botamochi
・Mini Tomatoes
・Molokhia
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Reihoku Sunset Marche
【Date: June 14th (Sunday) from 1 PM to 3 PM
【Location】Amakusa Reihoku Tourist Association (Reihoku Town Tourist Information Center, 4535-1 Kamitsufukae, Reihoku Town)
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Reihoku has become a place where you can say "I'm home."
Would you like to come and hear about the present and future of six people who have fallen in love with this town?
Thank you for always visiting the Amakusa Reihoku Tourist Association's website.
We are pleased to announce that a joint activity report meeting will be held by the "Regional Revitalization Cooperation Team" and "Local Revitalization Entrepreneurs" active in Reihokumachi!
Six members are working hard every day, utilizing their respective areas of expertise for the future of Reihokumachi. At this report meeting, they will share their current activities and passionate thoughts about the "future" they aim to achieve with their own voices.
Kenta Ogata, who is in charge of tourism promotion and information dissemination at our association (Amakusa Reihoku Tourist Association), along with a diverse group of members, will take the stage.
We welcome not only the townspeople but also anyone interested in the revitalization of Reihokumachi, community building, immigration and settlement, and digitalization to join us!
■ Event Overview
Date: Thursday, June 11, 2026, from 13:30 to 15:40 (Registration starts at 13:00)
Venue: Shiki Meeting House Community Hall
Admission: Free (Everyone is welcome to participate)
■ Introduction of Speakers and Their Fields
Koichiro Nakano ── Promotion of Immigration and Settlement
Atsushi Kudo ── University Collaboration and Regional Branding
Kenta Ogata ── Tourism Promotion and Information Dissemination
Hideki Ohnita ── Solving Local Issues Using Digital Tools and Public-Private Partnerships
Yuki Okuyama ── Digital Divide Countermeasures
Yoko Goto ── Promotion Advisor
■ Contact Information
Reihokumachi Planning and Policy Division
Address: 660 Shiki, Reihokumachi, Amakusa District, Kumamoto Prefecture, 863-2503
TEL: 0969-35-3334
FAX: 0969-35-2454
We sincerely look forward to your attendance!
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[Kumamoto - Amakusa] Experience genuine leather and tools. Adult leather craft workshop
A leather craft workshop based on traditional European techniques will be held at the Reihoku Town Tourist Information Center in Reihoku, Kumamoto Prefecture.
The workshop will feature high-quality Italian leather called "Buttero." Using professional-grade tools, participants will create their own card cases while experiencing the craftsmanship from hole punching to sewing.
As you work with your hands, your unique personality will naturally emerge. Why not enjoy the pleasure of crafting and indulge in a luxurious time that tells the story of life in this beautiful local town in Japan?
Date: Wednesday, June 10, 2026, 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: 2nd floor of the Reihoku Town Tourist Information Center (4535-1 Kamitsufukae, Reihoku, Amakusa District, Kumamoto Prefecture)
Participation Fee: 6,000 yen
Capacity: First 10 participants (reservation required)
Instructor: Makida Leather Workshop (Mr. Koichi Makita)
*For inquiries, please contact the instructor
For details on how to apply, please check the announcement section on the Amakusa Reihoku Tourism Association website.
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【Reihoku Sunset Marche】Announcement for May📣
Hello everyone! Here’s the announcement for the "Reihoku Sunset Marche" taking place in May♪
👀Highlights of this Sunset Marche👀
❣The "Reihoku Sunset Marche" will feature local agricultural products, processed goods, and side dishes, with the popular "Ninoya" selling their famous "Ikinari Dango" as well!
We look forward to seeing you all 😊 Don't forget to bring your own bags 🛍✨
【Scheduled Items for Sale】
・Asparagus
・Rice🌾
・Side Dishes
・Cabbage
・Chiffon Cake
・Potatoes
・Zucchini
・Broad Beans
・Onions🧅 (bulk purchase of irregular items)
・Dekopon
・Bankan (Kiyomi, Amakusa)
🥦🍅🥕🍠🥬🧅🫑🌽🌶🫛🍆🫚🥔
Reihoku Sunset Marche
【Date】May 10th (Sunday) from 1 PM to 3 PM
【Location】Amakusa Reihoku Tourist Association (Reihoku Town Tourist Information Center, 4535-1 Kamitsufukae, Reihokumachi)
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[Activity Report] We held a rice planting monitoring tour at the Sky Terraced Rice Fields in Reihoku on April 19th.🧑🌾
Hello everyone, this is the Amakusa Reihoku Tourist Association.
On Sunday, April 19th, we conducted the "Reihoku Sky Terraced Rice Fields Rice Planting Monitoring Tour."
Although it was a light rain on the day, working in the fog-shrouded, magical rice terraces provided a deep and tranquil experience, different from sunny days.
■Experience the abundant "daily life of farmers"
During this tour, participants not only planted rice but also harvested fresh asparagus and experienced shiitake mushroom inoculation.
🌾Rice Planting: Enjoying the feel of the cold mud, step by step. Planting seedlings in the fog allowed for a pleasant concentration.
Asparagus Harvest: Picking the fresh asparagus on-site. The joy of harvesting blew away the fatigue of work.
🍄🟫Shiitake Inoculation: The sound of tapping on the wood echoed in the rainy rice terraces. We also experienced this long-lasting job while thinking about the harvest.
■Lunch time accompanied by the "sound of rain"
We enjoyed our lunch under the roof, with the sound of rain as our background music.
We will take the feedback from this monitoring tour to gradually implement various experience menus.
Thank you very much to everyone who participated, especially in the rain!
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