Kumamon (くまモン) is a mascot created by the government of Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan. It was created in 2010 for a campaign created to draw tourists to the region after the Kyushu …

Mar 27, 2025 · In just 15 years, Kumamon — Kumamoto Prefecture’s mischievous, wide-eyed local mascot — has become an international icon.

Apr 5, 2025 · Kumamon interacts with fans at Kumamon Square in Kumamoto during his birthday celebration event on March 12. About 60 fans called out, “Kumamon!” and he confidently …

Sep 28, 2021 · Kumamon, a wide-eyed and red-cheeked bear representing Kumamoto Prefecture, is the gold standard of yuru kyara, Japan’s pervasive promotional mascots.

Kumamon (くまモン) is a fictional bear, the mascot of the Japanese prefecture of Kumamoto. The character was created in 2010 as part of the Kumamoto Surprise campaign to attract tourists …

May 15, 2025 · Kumamon, the official mascot of Kumamoto Prefecture, is far more than a cute marketing icon. He is simplicity incarnate — a walking lesson in how Japanese design …

Apr 11, 2025 · Kumamon debuted on March 12, 2010, a year before the Kyushu Shinkansen line fully opened. The character gained popularity through events at home and abroad, including …

Kumamon is also the name of the official mascot of Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan. This Kumamon appeared in some promotional materials for Digimon Adventure: Last Evolution Kizuna.

Kumamon Square, everyone's center for all things Kumamon, has reopened its doors, unveiling a world brimming with new experiences, exhibits, and, of course, a wealth of Kumamon …

Jun 30, 2023 · As one of the many Japanese yuru-kyara, or “loose characters,” Kumamon is arguably one of the most popular cute mascots on a local and global level.