Kikuchi is a city located in the north of Kumamoto prefecture, with a population of 52,519 people. Some of the main attractions in Kikuchi include Kikuchi Gorge, known for its fresh air and clean water that draws many visitors looking to relax, Kikuchi Shrine which enshrines the Kikuchi family and is known for its cherry blossoms and rhododendrons, and Kikuchi Citizen Park, a rest area featuring a statue of Kikuchi Takemitsu in the center.

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4. Kikuchi Gorge It is very famous place of Kikuchi. There is fresh air and clean water , so many people come to be relaxed

5. Kikuchi Gorge (summer) In summer, many people come to cool down

6. Kikuchi Gorge (autumn) In autumn, there are very beautiful colored leaves.

7. Kikuchi shrine Kikuchi family is enshrined here. Be known as a showplace of cherry blossom and rhododendron

8. Kikuchi citizen park a rest place for citizens and visitors. In center of park, there is the statue of Kikuchi Takemitsu