Kurume, Fukuoka

Kurume is a city in Fukuoka Prefecture, northern Kyūshū, Japan.

It has been recognized as a core city since 2008.

History
Koura taisha is a notable place.

Kurume is known for pork soup or ramen.

People from Kurume

 * Shigeru Aoki-artist (born 1882, died 1911)
 * Fumiya Fiji-singer
 * Hanjiro Sakamoto-artist