Kyushu Japan Railway Company Kumamoto Station

The exterior wall incorporates the curvature of Mushagaeshi (a curved stone basement structure of a Japanese castle designed to deter invaders), seen in the basement stone structure of Kumamoto Castle, and expresses the strong and beautiful dignity suitable for the gateway of Kumamoto. Resembling the country’s longest stone wall, the exterior of the station has a long, beautiful appearance with a distinctive rhythm in height. The city of Kumamoto is rich in green—reputed as “Mori-no-Miyako” (city of green) by the famous novelist, Soseki Natsume. The roof structure above the platform formed with fine woodwork makes one feel as if standing under the trees, providing a peaceful feel and sense of arrival.