Yamaga, Historic city in northern Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan.
The city of Yamaga extends over 299 square kilometers of land in the northern inland region of Kumamoto Prefecture, bordered by Fukuoka and Oita prefectures.
The area contains numerous burial mounds from the Kofun period, with records mentioning Yamaga dating back to the early eighth century in ancient Higo Province.
The Yamaga Lantern Festival takes place each August, featuring traditional paper lanterns and performances that represent centuries of regional craftsmanship.
The municipal transportation network connects through the Kyushu Expressway in the western section, providing road access to major cities in the Kumamoto region.
The Kumamoto Prefectural Ancient Burial Mound Museum displays artifacts and historical records from the substantial collection of kofun scattered throughout the city limits.
Location: Kumamoto Prefecture
Inception: April 1, 1954
Website: https://www.city.yamaga.kumamoto.jp/
Shares border with: Kumamoto, Kikuchi, Gyokuto, Nagomi, Yame, Hita
Website: https://city.yamaga.kumamoto.jp
GPS coordinates: 33.01750,130.69125
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:50
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