Higashi Ward

Kumamoto

A weeping willow over a calm body of water at dusk.
A stadium with a large white dome and a cable-supported roof, surrounded by green fields and trees.
A river with dense green foliage on the banks and a rocky outcrop in the water.
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Stay near popular Higashi Ward attractions

Kumamoto Zoo and Botanical Garden

8.0/10 (205 reviews)
Why not see the exotic and native animals who call Kumamoto Zoo and Botanical Garden home during your vacation in Kumamoto? Discover the area's hot springs and temples.
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Things to do

Kumamoto: Castle Admission Ticket

Kumamoto: Castle Admission Ticket

￥800
per adult
Kumamoto: Castle Admission Ticket
Kumamoto: Traditional Ikinari Dango Cooking Class

Kumamoto: Traditional Ikinari Dango Cooking Class

￥3,500
per adult
Kumamoto: Traditional Ikinari Dango Cooking Class
Kumamoto Castle is also known as Ginkgo Castle.

Kumamoto Castle Kusasenri and Aso Crater Tour in Fukuoka/Kumamoto

￥13,962
per adult
Kumamoto Castle Kusasenri and Aso Crater Tour in Fukuoka/Kumamoto
Tokyo: Daikoku JDM Car Meet & Night Car Culture Tour

Tokyo: JDM Car Culture – Daikoku & Tokyo Drift Vibes

￥17,000
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tokyo: JDM Car Culture – Daikoku & Tokyo Drift Vibes
Kumamoto: Suizenji Park Guided Walking Tour with Tea

Kumamoto: Suizenji Park Guided Walking Tour with Tea

￥21,700
per adult
Kumamoto: Suizenji Park Guided Walking Tour with Tea
Kumamoto : Tonkotsu Ramen Guided Tour with 2 Bowls of Ramen

Kumamoto : Tonkotsu Ramen Guided Tour with 2 Bowls of Ramen

￥20,150
per adult
Kumamoto : Tonkotsu Ramen Guided Tour with 2 Bowls of Ramen
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Higashi Ward Hotel Deals

KAMENOYU by HATAGO INN

KAMENOYU by HATAGO INN

2.5 out of 5
2-4-11 Ishiwara, Higashi-ku Kumamoto Kumamoto
The price is ￥9,452 per night from Nov 8 to Nov 9
￥9,452
￥11,189 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Stay at this hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and hot springs on site. Popular attractions Musashizuka Park and KKWing Stadium are located ...
KAMENOYU by HATAGO INN
THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO

THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO

4 out of 5
15-26 Kasuga 3-chome, Nishi-ku Kumamoto Kumamoto Prefecture
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥14,815 per night from Oct 27 to Oct 28
￥14,815
￥16,696 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Stay at this hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,835 reviews)
"good location, nice staff"

Reviewed on Oct 13, 2026

THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO
SOTETSU GRAND FRESA KUMAMOTO

SOTETSU GRAND FRESA KUMAMOTO

3.5 out of 5
2-2-23 Shimotori, Chuo Ward Kumamoto Kumamoto
The price is ￥9,494 per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
￥9,494
￥10,844 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Stay at this hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,057 reviews)
"Location is good, near the shopping area."

Reviewed on Oct 8, 2026

SOTETSU GRAND FRESA KUMAMOTO
Candeo Hotels Kumamoto Shinshigai

Candeo Hotels Kumamoto Shinshigai

4 out of 5
8-7 Shinshigai Chuo Kumamoto Kumamoto
The price is ￥14,766 per night from Oct 28 to Oct 29
￥14,766
￥16,737 total
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,035 reviews)
"Theres a free to use onsen. Reception is at 12. Parking is really easy next door. I have no complaints. The room for 2 of us is spacious, clean and modern. Location is great also next to a mall. Definitely will stay here again"

Reviewed on Oct 13, 2026

Candeo Hotels Kumamoto Shinshigai
Kumamoto Hotel Castle

Kumamoto Hotel Castle

4 out of 5
4-2 Jyoto-machi, Chuo-ku Kumamoto Kumamoto
The price is ￥10,958 per night from Nov 3 to Nov 4
￥10,958
￥12,454 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Stay at this hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Amazing would recommend"

Reviewed on Oct 9, 2026

Kumamoto Hotel Castle
Hotel Carna A

Hotel Carna A

2.5 out of 5
4-20 Chuogai Kumamoto Kumamoto
The price is ￥10,906 per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
￥10,906
￥13,577 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Stay at this capsule hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free WiFi, hot springs on site, and a sauna. Popular attractions Shimotori Shopping Arcade and Yakumo Koizumi Old ...
Hotel Carna A
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Where to stay in Higashi Ward

Find the best Higashi Ward areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Higashi Ward
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A wooden bridge leading to a traditional Japanese castle with autumn foliage.

Chuo Ward

While you're in Chuo Ward, take in top sights like Contemporary Art Museum Kumamoto and jump on the metro at Suidocho Tram Stop to see more of the city.

A pink cherry blossom branch with flowers and buds.

Nishi Ward

While visiting Nishi Ward, you might make a stop by sights like Amu Plaza Kumamoto and Kumamoto Shintoshin Plaza.

A busy urban street with modern buildings, a tram, and pedestrians.

Shinshigai

While visiting Shinshigai, you might make a stop by sights like Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Shimotori Shopping Arcade.

A cityscape with mountains in the background, a park with trees, and buildings.
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Shimotori

While visiting Shimotori, you might make a stop by sights like Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Shimotori Shopping Arcade.

Minami Ward

While Minami Ward isn't home to many top sights, Aqua Dome Kumamoto and Aeon Mall Kumamoto Clair are some notable places to visit nearby.

Higashi Ward

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