Yatsushiro is a city located in Kumamoto Prefecture with a population of around 138,000 people. It is famous for places like Gokanosho scenic viewpoint and Hinagu hot spring resort. Well known products from the area include rush, banpeiyu citrus fruit, and Kodayaki pottery which has over 400 years of history. Major annual events that draw large crowds are the Myoukensai festival in November and the national fireworks display held each October.