Located in the southern portion of Kumamoto Prefecture, the Kuma River flows through the center.

One of Japan's largest limestone caves, Kyūsen-dō, is located in Kuma.

In addition, there are several mountains measuring under 700 meters whose tributaries feed into the Kuma river.

Kuma village has a variety of symbols including the Japanese cedar tree, the mountain cherry blossoms, the kingfisher, and the sweet fish.

Kuma village can be accessed by rail via the JR Kyushu Hisatsu Line.