Kumamoto
| Location | Japan (Kyûshû Island) |
| Inhabitants | approx 740,000 |
| Sister city of Heidelberg | Since 1992 |
| Specialty | Kumamon is a popular black bear mascot promoting the Kumamoto prefecture. It is Japan's most popular bear. |
| University | Twelve public and private universities, including the public Kumamoto University, characterize Kumamoto. |
| First year of participation in the ISH | 1999 |
Website: http://www.city.kumamoto.jp/
Contact:
Anna Seitz
Division of International Affairs
1-1 Tetorihoncho
860-8601 Kumamoto City
Japan
phone: +81 96 328 2070
german.cir.kumamoto@gmail.com