Kumamoto Prefecture

Apr 10, 2024 Local News

Kumamoto University Partners with TSMC to Nurture Semiconductor Talent

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), the world's foremost semiconductor contract manufacturer, has entered into collaborative agreements with...

Mar 26, 2024 Local News

Kumamoto to Host “Startup World Cup” Regional Qualifier in August

Kumamoto City, in partnership with Pegasus Tech Ventures, announces the hosting of the "Startup World Cup" Kyushu regional qualifier in August. This event provides local startups.....

Feb 16, 2024 Local News

First Tyrannosaur Jawbone Found in Japan Unearthed in Kumamoto

A significant find has been announced by the Amakusa City Goshoura Cretaceous Museum and the Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum: the discovery of a Tyrannosaur family jawbone in...

Feb 8, 2024 Local News

TSMC Expands in Kyushu with Second Semiconductor Plant in Kumamoto

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) is set to amplify its footprint in Japan with the construction of a second chip manufacturing plant in Kumamoto Prefecture, signaling ...

Feb 8, 2024 Local News

Kumamoto City Partners with JR Kyushu and Sumitomo Corp for Carbon Neutrality

On February 7th, a pivotal collaboration agreement was forged among Kumamoto City, JR Kyushu, and Sumitomo Corporation, aiming for carbon neutrality by the year 2050...

Dec 22, 2023 Event

Yamaga Romantic Lantern Festival

The charming and traditional townscape of the Buzen Highway is adorned with objects made of Japanese umbrellas and bamboo, creating an enchanting world...