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	Kumamoto, Kumamoto Summary
		Kumamoto Prefecture is situated in the western region of Japan's island of Kyushu, where it occupies an area of 7,408 square kilometers.
		Kumamoto is bordered by the Amakusa Sea and by Fukuoka, Oita, Miyazaki, and Kagoshima Prefectures.
		Kumamoto (熊本市; -shi) is the capital city of Kumamoto Prefecture on the island of Kyushu, Japan.
	www.bookrags.com /Kumamoto,_Kumamoto (743 words)

	travel/Kumamoto
		Kumamoto is often called the "forested city." The many trees in every neighborhood of this lovely city help create and maintain its fresh and pleasant atmosphere.
		Located in the center of Kyushu, with a population of 630,000, Kumamoto City is the capital of Kumamoto Prefecture, forming the nucleus of the island in politics, commerce and culture along with Fukuoka.
		Honmyoji Temple is Kumamoto's grandest temple and the head temple of the Nichiren Sect of Buddhism in Kyushu.
	www2.gol.com /users/friedman/travel/kyushu/8-4-1.html (1599 words)

	Kumamoto Oysters
		Kumamoto is the name of the large bay on the southern most Island of Japan, Kyushu.
		For many years after that, the Kumamotos were cultured in Humboldt Bay and wound up in oyster chowder and on supermarket selves.
		The Kumamoto oyster has now become a rare specimen and a reminder of man's folly in the oceans.
	www.globalchefs.com /article/archive/art033oys.htm (682 words)

	Kumamoto, kumamoto prefecture, kumamoto oyster (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		Kumamoto is a 1-½ hour flight from Tokyo and Seoul, Korea and a 2-½ hour kumamoto.
		Kumamoto has two national parks, the Aso Kuju National Park of which is the.
		Kumamoto is a city of contrasts and harmony -- A city of the past, the present, kumamoto.
	www.sports-hall.net /kumamoto.html (336 words)

	Reference.com/Encyclopedia/Kumamoto, Kumamoto (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab2.cs.unc.edu) (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		Kumamoto (熊本市; -shi) is the capital city of Kumamoto Prefecture on the island of Kyūshū, Japan.
		The city's most famous landmark is Kumamoto Castle, a large and, in its day, extremely well-fortified Japanese castle.
		Kumamoto is also home to Suizenji-Joujuen, a formal garden neighboring Suizenji Temple approximately 3 kilometers southeast of Kumamoto Castle.
	reference.com.cob-web.org:8888 /browse/wiki/Kumamoto (580 words)

	San Antonio Botanical Garden 555 Funston San Antonio Texas - Formal Garden/Kumamoto (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		Mayor Henry Cisneros of the city of San Antonio and Mayor Yasumoto Tajiri of Kumamoto City, Japan signed a sister city agreement in Kumamoto on December 28, 1987, and again in San Antonio in April of 1988.
		The designer of the Kumamoto En garden and retired owner of the company that handled the project, Kyoshi Yasui, is considered a candidate as a living national treasure in his Country for his expertise in temple reconstruction.
		The Kumamoto En garden is designed using styles and techniques from Kumamoto’ s 300-year-old Suizenji Garden and from Katsura Detached Palace garden in Kyoto.
	www.sabot.org /garden/formal/kumamoto/kumam.htm (618 words)

	Kumamoto Prefecture - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Historically the area was called Higo province and was renamed to Kumamoto prefecture during the Meiji Restoration as part of the abolition of the feudal system.
		Kumamoto Prefecture is located in the center of Kyūshū, the southernmost of the four major Japanese islands.
		Kumamoto · Kyoto · Mie · Miyagi · Miyazaki · Nagano · Nagasaki · Nara · Niigata · Ōita · Okayama · Okinawa · Osaka · Saga · Saitama · Shiga · Shimane · Shizuoka · Tochigi · Tokushima · Tokyo · Tottori · Toyama · Wakayama · Yamagata · Yamaguchi · Yamanashi
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Kumamoto_Prefecture (680 words)

	Kumamoto - Wikitravel (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab2.cs.unc.edu) (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		Kumamoto (熊本) is the capital of Kumamoto prefecture on the island of Kyushu, Japan.
		Kumamoto, on the JR Kagoshima Line, is easily accessible from Hakata station in Fukuoka - the terminating stop on the San'yo Shinkansen line.
		Amakusa, a chain of islands off the west coast of Kumamoto, and not far from the south coast of Nagasaki (to which ferries run regularly).
	wikitravel.org.cob-web.org:8888 /en/Kumamoto,_Kumamoto (822 words)

	Kumamoto : Planning a Trip \| Frommers.com
		Kumamoto Station lies far south of the city's downtown area, but transportation between the two is easy via streetcar no. 2, which departs from in front of the station and reaches the downtown area in about 10 minutes.
		Just north of downtown, within walking distance, rises Kumamoto Castle, which is surrounded by moats, turrets, and expansive greenery, on the edge of which are several museums and historic sites.
		Because the grounds surrounding Kumamoto Castle encompass 97 hectares (242 acres), with a circumference of 9km (5 1/2 miles), consider visiting sights on its perimeter via one of two Kumamoto Castle tour buses, which depart from Kumamoto Kotsu Center and make a circular route around the castle grounds every 30 minutes (every 15 min.
	www.frommers.com /destinations/kumamoto/2946010002.html (646 words)

	KUMAMOTO HOTELS & TRAVEL GUIDE
		Former Prime Minister of Japan Hosokawa Morihiro is a descendant of the Hosokawa clan of Kumamoto.
		Former president of Peru Alberto Fujimori's ancestors emigrated from Kumamoto early in the 20th centuary.
		Kumamoto city is home to Suizenji Koen (Park), a formal garden neighbouring the Suizenji Temple approximately 10 kilometres west of Kumamoto Castle.
	www.japaneselifestyle.com.au /travel/kumamoto.htm (339 words)

	Kumamoto (prefecture) - Wikitravel
		Kumamoto (熊本) [1] is a prefecture on the island of Kyushu, in Japan.
		Yatsushiro the second biggest city in Kumamoto prefecture.
		In addition, takana, a type of vegetable, is one of the specialties of Aso, and there are many types of seafood in Amakusa.
	wikitravel.org /en/Kumamoto_prefecture (304 words)

	International Affairs Department Home Page
		Kumamoto Castle, one of the three most famous castles in Japan, is representative of the majesty and grandeur of Kumamoto City.
		In ancient times, Kumamoto flourished as the castle town of the ruling Daimyo Hosokawa feudal clan.
		Kumamoto’s economic strength has given its citizens a reasonable standard of living.
	www.sanantonio.gov /iad/kumamoto.asp (227 words)

	ICLEI Global: Kumamoto City, Japan - 2002 International Urban Environmental Conference
		An Urban Environmental Conference was held in Kumamoto City in 2002, a milestone year marking the tenth anniversary of the Earth Summit.
		In the future, Kumamoto City seeks to foster friendships with countries worldwide by implementing global environmental conservation measures that reach beyond national borders.
		While the core conference team consisted of 8 people, a total of 100 people including Kumamoto City officials and members of community-based organizations were involved in organizing the conference.
	www.iclei.org /index.php?id=1177 (431 words)

	September Morn: Monday, 03/18/02: Carissa's Going to Japan
		Kumamoto is where Carissa's Great-grandfather Matakatsu was born and raised in the 19th century.
		This excerpt refers to the striking, fl-and-white Kumamoto Castle, one of the Three Famous Castles of Japan that Carissa will be seeing with her own eyes.
		Because of Great-grandfather Matakatsu's willfulness (Kumamoto "mokkosu") and samurai pride (arrogance?), his wife and children were the farmers, who became skilled and productive with time, while he peddled their produce from his Model A Ford.
	www.geocities.com /sptmbrmrn/031802.htm (3183 words)

	Kumamoto Hotels: Hotel New Otani Kumamoto (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab2.cs.unc.edu) (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		The Hotel New Otani in Kumamoto is ideally situated in the cultural and intellectual center of the city.
		Conveniently located opposite JR Kumamoto Station, this Kumamoto hotel is the perfect base whether you are visiting the city on business or leisure.
		Kumamoto Airport is just a 40-minute drive from the hotel.
	kumamoto.newotani.ahahotels.com.cob-web.org:8888 (183 words)

	Kumamoto Links
		There is also a great deal of information about Kumamoto (for example, information about restaurants, spas, community issues, etc.) that may be found on the searchable archives of this list but is not indexed here.
		Kumamoto Prefecture provides a profile of the area (which briefly introduces the history, nature and various facts related to the prefecture), a "Global Bulletin Board," and a site entitled "Industrial Recruitment & Location Web Site" which is directed as high-tech industries considering locating in Kumamoto.
		Though the Kumamoto JALT page does not contain a link to it at this time, I recommend that you look at the "JALT-bytes" archive to get a better idea of what sort of activies have been sponsored by the Kumamoto chapter of JALT.
	www2.kumagaku.ac.jp /teacher/~masden/links.html (5304 words)

	- Kumamoto University - (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab2.cs.unc.edu) (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		Kumamoto University was founded in 1887 in Kumamoto City, which is in the central area of Kyusyu Island in the southern part of Japan.
		It is known as the "City of Forests and Water" for its beautiful mountain views of Mt. Aso.
		Kumamoto University signed academic and student exchange agreements with Dalian University of Technology
	www.kumamoto-u.ac.jp.cob-web.org:8888 /univ-e.html (72 words)

	Tour guides for Enjoying Kumamoto City - Manyu! Kumamoto
		Kumamoto City is located in the center of Kyushu Island and is the prefectural capital of Kumamoto Prefecture.
		Moreover, Kumamoto City will leave you feeling refreshed thanks to the crystal clear water, clean air and delicious foods that its plentiful nature provide.
		Main tower of Kumamoto Castle (Kumamoto castle is an impregnable fortress with unique architectural features that is known as one of the most famous castles in Japan.)
	www.manyou-kumamoto.jp /contents.cfm?id=222 (185 words)

	Kumamoto Oyster - Bill Marinelli
		Then the market for shucked oysters became more competitive, costs of growing and shucking oysters increased.
		Those slow growing, difficult Kumamotos were forgotten about.
		In 1982 when I was first starting Marinelli Shellfish, I was looking for new and exciting oysters to sell.
	www.hub-uk.com /interesting/kumamotooyster.htm (679 words)

	TownNet.com - World > Asia > Japan > Kumamoto
		Kumamoto has been called "Hi no Kuni" meaning of the land of the sun, fire, fertility.
		The list is intended to facilitate the exchange of information related to events, issues, and daily life in the Kumamoto area.
		This page provides annotated links to English information about the Kumamoto area.
	www.townnet.info.co.jp /world/asia/japan/kumamoto.html (97 words)

	Kumamoto, Kumamoto - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The streetcar - in the gallery below - connects to it from Kumamoto Station.
		Statue of Kato Kiyomasa in front of Kumamoto Castle
		This page was last modified 22:58, 2 December 2006.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Kumamoto,_Kumamoto (567 words)

	Hotel Nikko Kumamoto Kumamoto - online hotel reservations
		Twin rooms have view of Kumamoto Castle on the West..and single rooms have a view of Mt. Aso on the East.
		Hotel Nikko Kumamoto is situated in the best location in town.
		It is in the center of Kumamoto City and located next to shopping and business districts.
	www.all-hotels.com /xbook/servlet/hotel-details?hotl_id=171725 (550 words)

	Kumamoto International and Tourism Convention Bureau Home Page (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		Kumamoto International and Tourism Convention Bureau Home Page
		The traditional culture and many sightseeing facilities remaind us of a castle town.
		The area around Kumamoto Castle -- where not only convention and accommodation facilities exist, but also lively and fashionable shopping streets which are assembled in afunctionalunified way-forms a city that deserves to be called a convention city.
	www.kumamoto-icb.or.jp /default_e.asp (101 words)

	Houses / homes / Real Estate for sale or for rent in Kumamoto, Kumamoto, Japan - and vacation rentals
		You benefit from living in the environment of your choice plus, in many cases, your improvements add to the value or saleability of your home.
		It is important to remember that your home may be at risk if you do not keep up repayments on a mortgage or other loan secured on it.
		If you do not already own a house / home you might consider renting a home in Kumamoto while your real estate purchase proceeds.
	www.propertyworld.com /_Japan_Kumamoto_Kumamoto (753 words)

	Kumamoto, JPN Weather - Forecasts, Radar Maps, Video, and News (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		Kumamoto, JPN Weather - Forecasts, Radar Maps, Video, and News
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		Get your local forecast with the Windows Live Toolbar and Weather add-in.
	weather.msn.com /local.aspx?wealocations=wc:JAXX0043 (60 words)

	Hotels in Kumamoto, Kumamoto hotels, Discount Hotels in Kumamoto, Budget Kumamoto hotels, Japan (via CobWeb/3.1 ... (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		Kumamoto hotels reservations-Offers Up to 75% discount on all Kumamoto hotels.
		Hotel Hokke Club Kumamoto- a 9-story ferroconcrete building situated in the shopping/entertainment district.
		Kumamoto Castle Hotel -overlooking the 'face' of our city, the Kumamoto Castle is our own Kumamoto Hotel Castle.
	www.edubaihotels.com.cob-web.org:8888 /kumamoto-hotels (94 words)

	JR Kyushu Hotel Kumamoto KUMAMOTO - online hotel reservations
		Our hotel has a variety of facilities and services that are sure to meet the need of business and leisure travellers.
		Located right next to JR Kumamoto Station, it is convenient to downtown of Kumamoto City and excellent access to famous sightseeing spots.
		Our goal is to offer you the widest possible choice of accommodation, with the best deals and discount rates for your next vacation, city break or business travel.
	www.all-hotels.com /xbook/servlet/hotel-details?hotl_id=501189 (299 words)

	HOTEL HOKKE CLUB KUMAMOTO, Kumamoto, Japan - Discount Hotel Reservations (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		Book your hotel room at the HOTEL HOKKE CLUB KUMAMOTO, Kumamoto with us and save up to 75% OFF normal room rates.
		HOTEL HOKKE CLUB KUMAMOTO, Kumamoto Description: Hotel Hokke Club Kumamoto- a 9-story ferroconcrete building situated in the shopping/entertainment district.
		Located 10 minitues drive from JR Kumamoto Station on JR Kagoshima-honsen Line, and get off at Keitokukomae Station Or 5 minitues walk from Kumamoto Kotsu Center Bus Terminal.
	www.stayxs.com /new/booking/hotel_detail.asp?wsid=9&hhm_id=3568 (353 words)

	Kumamoto Castle
		This is the turret section of the castle - the only part of the castle that wasn't burned down durring the rebellion.
		John Harvey Photo > Trips out of the Country > A Second Trip to Japan > Welcome To Kumamoto > Kumamoto Castle
		John Harvey Photo > Trips out of the Country > A Third Trip to Japan > Matsuyama > Welcome To Kumamoto > Kumamoto Castle
	www.johnharveyphoto.com /Japan2/Kumamoto/KumamotoCastle.html (110 words)

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