Let’s learn about Kumamoto Prefecture in Japan.

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Where is Kumamoto?

Kumamoto Prefecture is in Kyusyu region.

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アシスタント

You can learn about Kyushu region at 3:08 in the video below.

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What is famous in Kumamoto?

  • Kumamon: is a mascot to make Kumamoto Prefecture more popular across Japan or the world.
  • Kumamoto Castle: was built in the 15th century. Japan designates it Important Cultural Property.

Kumamon’s economic effect

How much has Kumamon generated since he was born till 2018?

Over 6.6 billion dollars (660 billion yen) *

*1 dollar = 100 yen

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Kumamon (mascot)

Many prefectures and cities in Japan have a mascot like Kumamon. They are called ゆるキャラ (yu ru kya ra) in Japanese.

Kumamon bungee jumping

Kumamon with Japanese emperor

Kumamon taking a bath

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がんばる子

You can learn a couple of rules when you take a bath in the video too.

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Kumamoto Jo (Castle)

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