2025 Arao Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in July)

Located in Arao City, Kumamoto Prefecture, "Manda Pit" is part of the Miike Coal Mine, which thrived from the Meiji to Showa eras and is now registered as a World Cultural Heritage site. The brick buildings and massive winding machines allow visitors to feel the pulse of the industrial era. When you visit, you’ll be enveloped in an atmosphere that conveys the passion and effort of the people who worked in the mines. The guided tours provide detailed insights into the workings and history of the coal mine, satisfying your intellectual curiosity📚✨. With many retro buildings perfect for photography, this spot is a must-visit for history enthusiasts! Whether you’re strolling leisurely as a couple or immersing yourself in history on a solo trip, Manda Pit is highly recommended. Embark on a journey to connect with Kumamoto’s "industrial heritage"—an experience not to be missed. 【Access】 Approximately 10 minutes by car from JR Arao Station About 1.5 hours by car from Kumamoto City

#AbsolutelyFreeTrip [Greenland] A day full of smiles at one of Kyushu's largest amusement parks 🎢🎡 "Greenland" in Arao City, Kumamoto Prefecture is a comprehensive leisure facility that boasts the largest scale in Kyushu! From thrilling rides to family rides, there are over 80 types of attractions, so you'll never get bored no matter how many times you come ✨ Particularly popular are the thrilling roller coasters and the Ferris wheel with a beautiful night view 🎠 The park is spacious, and you can enjoy seasonal events and illuminations. When I actually visited, I was able to return to my childhood and laugh, scream, and spend the best day relaxing 😊 Perfect for a date with your partner or a change of pace on a solo trip. If you're going to "have fun to your heart's content" in Kumamoto, Greenland is a must-see! [Access] About 10 minutes by bus from JR Arao Station About 1.5 hours by car from Kumamoto city Greenland #Kyushu amusement park #thrilling attractions #domestic travel #couples travel #solo travel #Kumamoto leisure #smiley holiday

Sanoyas' Jedcosta and sightseeing car 📍Location: For sale Arao City, Kumamoto Prefecture

Mitsui Greenland is an amusement park located in Arao City, Kumamoto Prefecture. There are many attractions and few visitors, so you can enjoy it with little waiting time. #trip #KumamotoDrive 📍Location: Arao City, Kumamoto Prefecture 💰Price per person: Up to 10,000 yen (adult)

"SAKUTO COFFEE" ⁡ In Arao City, Kumamoto Prefecture December 2023*⋆⸜𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧 ⸝⋆* ⁡ It was a bright and cute shop They also serve lunch, but on this day I had dessert ˙꒳˙)♡ ⁡ ⁡ ✤Fruit parfait Large strawberry🍓 Apple, banana, pineapple, orange And ice cream ⁡ Lots of fruit, so filling♡ I was really full It was delicious〜🍓 ⁡ Next time I go, I'll have to have lunch too! ⁡ Thank you for the meal (♡ᴗ͈ˬᴗ͈) ⁡ They were surprised when I told them I was from Kitakyushu lol ⁡ ⁡ 【SAKUTO COFFEE】 📍 2-143 Yotsuyama-cho, Arao City, Kumamoto Prefecture 🕛 11:00 ~ 21:00 L.O.20:00 Closed Wednesdays and irregular holidays Parking available ⁡ ⁡ #SAKUTO COFFEE #Kumamoto Cafe #Kumamoto Gourmet #Kumamoto Lunch #Kumamoto Sweets #Arao Cafe #Arao Gourmet #Kumamoto Trip #Kumamoto Sightseeing #Kumamoto Date #Kumamoto Drive #Sakura 2024

"Cotton" ⁡ A cafe and restaurant in Arao City, Kumamoto Prefecture There were a lot of customers so I had to wait a bit They say it's always busy! ⁡ The coffee is roasted in-house Among the delicious looking lunches and sweets I chose the popular baked pudding And the coffee too☕️ ⁡ A firm pudding with bittersweet caramel I think people who like firm pudding will love it🍮 ⁡ The coffee also comes in a nice cup I don't know much about coffee but it was delicious♡ ⁡ I'm interested in the pudding parfait with this baked pudding and the black Manda mine parfait with black beans! ⁡ ⁡ It's close to Arao Station and has a parking lot, so I think it's an easy place to stop by. ⁡ ⁡ ⁡ [Cotton] 📍 1588-4 Manda, Arao City, Kumamoto Prefecture 🕛 10:00-20:00 Closed Thursdays Parking available ⁡ ⁡ #Cotton #Kumamoto gourmet #Kumamoto cafe #Arao cafe #Kumamoto lunch #Kumamoto coffee shop #Kumamoto sightseeing #Kumamoto trip #Kumamoto drive #Sakura 2024

"Noasobi Cafe" ⁡ I took a leisurely train ride by myself 🚃 I got off at Arao Station for the first time ⁡ I went to a shop in Arao City, Kumamoto Prefecture A mountain hut-style cafe just a short walk from the station A lovely shop with a wood stove ✧ ⁡ ✤Egg sandwich Thick egg sandwich with dashi stock Thick! Hot! Heavy! I can't hold it with one hand! lol Make sure to hold it firmly with both hands when eating! ⁡ Soup is included It's comforting and warming♡ ⁡ It was really delicious (◦ˉ ˘ ˉ◦)♡ ⁡ It was a restaurant where time flows quietly ⁡ Train trips are nice once in a while ⁡ A restaurant I'd like to visit again Thank you for the meal*˘ ˘*♡ ⁡ ⁡ [Noasobi Cafe] 📍 1560-1 Manda, Arao City, Kumamoto Prefecture 🕛 11:00-17:00 Closed Wednesdays and Thursdays, temporary closures may occur Parking available ⁡ ⁡ #Noasobi Cafe #Kumamoto Gourmet #Kumamoto Cafe #Arao Cafe #Kumamoto Lunch #Kumamoto Tourism #Kumamoto Trip #Kumamoto Drive #Sakura 2024

When thinking of Japanese theme parks, Universal Studios in Osaka, Japan, Tokyo Disneyland and Fuji-Q Highland must come to mind. But what I want to introduce today is Mitsui Green Theme Park, which is visited by many locals. Mitsui Green Theme Park is located in Arao City, Kumamoto. It is the largest theme park in Kyushu, with as many as 77 rides, including those suitable for children and those seeking excitement. The park is equipped with a cable car similar to that of a ski resort, a go-kart racing track, a Ferris wheel, a roller coaster, a surfing spaceship, etc. Compared to other theme parks in Japan, Mitsui Green Theme Park has fewer tourists and more locals. We can have a full day of fun when we go there on weekdays. We can play all the amusement rides we want to play, and some of them can be encore, such as the dinosaur roller coaster not far from the entrance, go-kart racing and skyrafting. I highly recommend other tourists to visit this largest theme park resort in Kyushu, which also has hotel accommodation just a 3-minute walk away. Business hours: 09:30～17:00 (Business hours may be adjusted depending on the situation. Please check the official website) Cost: Entrance fee: 2,000 yen for adults, plus an all-you-can-eat ticket for 6,000 yen (Total: 8,000 yen) Transportation: From JR Kagoshima Main Line Omuta Station, transfer to Nishitetsu Bus for about 20 minutes and get off at Green Theme Park Station

Address: 1409-1 Ibu, Arao City, Kumamoto Prefecture, 864-0021 Atmosphere/Facilities: Counter, table seats Recommended point: Ramen is incredibly cheap at 550 yen Average price: 550-1000 Rating: Tamana ramen with a mild taste I can see why it's so popular. #TamanaRamen #TamanaGourmet

Considered a miniature version of Disneyland, for those who love adventure.

It's been a while since I last went, and both adults and children can have a full day of fun. Because it was Golden Week, there were long wait times for some attractions that we couldn't ride, but there were fireworks and we still had a lot of fun. In a sad situation where amusement parks filled with childhood memories such as Space World and Kashii Kaen are closing, this is a precious amusement park that has survived for many years. I hope that they will continue to do their best as a one-of-a-kind amusement park that not only offers attractions but also a sense of nostalgia, without succumbing to the recession and COVID-19. #Breathtakingview #Amusementpark #Kumamototourism