Kumamoto is a city located on the island of Kyushu, and is known for its historic castle and beautiful gardens.

Sake, a Japanese rice wine, is a popular alcoholic beverage that is often served with Japanese cuisine.

The 16th century saw the rise of Oda Nobunaga, Toyotomi Hideyoshi, and Tokugawa Ieyasu, who were instrumental in unifying Japan under a centralized government.