KANOYA, Kagoshima Prefecture--Where warplanes once took off from, the two roads here today are home to about 1,000 cherry blossom trees that were enjoyed by visitors in early April. The roads ...

Whereas Minami-Kyushu in Kagoshima Prefecture is known primarily for its Chiran Peace Museum, Kanoya has many war-related sites. It hosted bases called Kasanohara, Kanoya and Kushira during the war.

KAGOSHIMA -- The Kagoshima Prefectural Government has patented a freeze-drying method for green tea beverages that dissolve easily in cold water, and replicate the flavor of carefully brewed tea ...