Kumamoto Castle, Kumamoto

Some of the beautiful views of the phenomenal Kumamoto Castle. By far, this is one of the most exceptional castles that can be found in Japan. The history and just the massive scale of the whole complex is truly amazing for all to enjoy. These are from before the earthquake but even now, it is still so impressive

Majestic castle but unfortunately destroyed by the recent earthquake. Restoration works are heavy now and closed to tourists. Can only see from outside. So sad such an important historical site destroyed and after restoration, may not be the same again. However, still a nice and beautiful area to walk around in the morning. Definitely a tourist area.

Still being rebuilt from the earthquake and could not enter. You can see it from outside. I was glad to visit to support the rebuilding funds but not exactly ideal at the moment. You can see the tumbled ancient rock walls moats and the donjon foundation works from a distance with detailed refurbishment project information.

It's the famous Kumamoto castle which according to the history it's a castle which was never defeated ! Due to the earthquake on 2016 large portion of the castle was damaged and since then it had been gone under reconstruction. As off Oct 2019 tourist can go in the castle surrounding area and view the tenshukaku (castle tower) up close and personal. It certainly worth a visit and inside the castle area there are also a small food area and museum which has a very realistic VR video to explain how the castle structure and how it was built and design.

Rating is the castle itself, which is both historical important and magnificent looking from outside. Plenty of reconstruction work going on now with such significant damages. Hope it can be restored soon.