Ashikita Town, Ashikita District, is one of the municipalities in Kumamoto Prefecture, with over 80% of the town being mountainous. The river flowing from Mount Ozeki passes through the town and flows into the Shiranui Sea. Major transportation routes include the Hisatsu Orange Railway and the Minami Kyushu Westbound Expressway. The Ashikita Interchange has now opened, making the area even more convenient. Famous tourist spots include Cape Otachi and Ashikita Coast Prefectural Natural Park. Ashikita Coast Prefectural Natural Park, located on the Ashikita Coast, also offers swimming opportunities. Surrounded by natural environments, these leisure spots are popular with families. There are also facilities where you can learn about history, such as the ruins of Sashiki Castle and Japan's largest roof tile monument.