Hi everyone, Joe Tomei here. a good friend of mine is coming to visit and he and a friend are going to be doing some cycling. He asks:

==== Can I ask for tips or advice on places to visit in Kumamoto for a short trip? I know JNTO has some good information and I was wondering what are some good scenic places to visit in the first week of October. In addition do any good scenic spots, are there any fine road bike routes, up to 90 km, that are popular with cyclists? I will be travelling by public transport, and with a bicycle, in a “rinko-bukuro”.

If you have any suggestions, please put them in the comments. Thanks!