What better way to start your day than with a visit to the Hakutake Denshogura (Kuma Shochu Spirit Museum). Here, you’ll learn about this traditional Japanese spirit, often made from rice, which has been brewed in the area since the 16th century. A tour of a local Kuma Shochu brewery introduces you to the fermenting and distilling process and offers an opportunity to sample the finished product.Explore ‘Little Kyoto of Kyushu.’ Situated in southern Kumamoto Prefecture in the centre of Kyushu is the once thriving castle town of Hitoyoshi. You’ll enjoy a panoramic view of the ruins of Hitoyoshi castle and learn its history at Hitoyoshi History Museum.