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: 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

￥14,466
per adult
Kumamoto Castle Kusasenri and Aso Crater Tour in Fukuoka/Kumamoto
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Higashi Ward Hotel Deals

THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO

THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO

4 out of 5
15-26 Kasuga 3-chome, Nishi-ku Kumamoto Kumamoto Prefecture
The price is ￥13,172 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
￥13,172
￥14,889 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
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! (1,882 reviews)
"Staff was really helpful with any questions or issues i had. Always would find 2 water bottles when coming back to my hotel room. Super clean rooms and nice staff"

Reviewed on Jul 24, 2026

THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kumamoto

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kumamoto

4 out of 5
1-20, Kouya Imamachi Kumamoto Kumamoto
The price is ￥6,729 per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
￥6,729
￥7,883 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Stay at this hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Romm was very clean and nice. Breakfast buffet was good quality. Overall it was great place to stay."

Reviewed on Jul 18, 2026

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kumamoto
Candeo Hotels Kumamoto Shinshigai

Candeo Hotels Kumamoto Shinshigai

4 out of 5
8-7 Shinshigai Chuo Kumamoto Kumamoto
The price is ￥11,123 per night from Aug 5 to Aug 6
￥11,123
￥12,745 total
Aug 5 - Aug 6
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! (1,052 reviews)
"Everything is very good,i like it"

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2026

Candeo Hotels Kumamoto Shinshigai
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KUMAMOTO

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KUMAMOTO

3 out of 5
2-9-29, Kasuga, Nishi-ku Kumamoto Kumamoto
The price is ￥6,058 per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
￥6,058
￥7,139 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Stay at this hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Kumamoto Castle and Amu Plaza Kumamoto ...
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KUMAMOTO
Kumamoto Hotel Castle

Kumamoto Hotel Castle

4 out of 5
4-2 Jyoto-machi, Chuo-ku Kumamoto Kumamoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥7,455 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
￥7,455
￥8,673 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
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! (1,007 reviews)
"Room felt dated. Good size for three beds (one was a sofa bed). Enough space for luggage to be opened (3 carry ons) and shoes spread out. Closest laundromat was a aboya 10 min walk. Very close to Kumamoto castle ."

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2026

Kumamoto Hotel Castle
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3.5 out of 5
9-1 Kajiyamachi Chuo Ward Kumamoto Kumamoto
The price is ￥11,570 per night from Jul 30 to Jul 31
￥11,570
￥13,243 total
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Stay at this aparthotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (344 reviews)
"Clean and spacious room, very polite and helpful staff, excellent price and comes with nice breakfast."

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2026

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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 stone pathway leading to a traditional Japanese shrine with steps and stone lanterns.
Photo by Satoru Morimoto
Open Photo by Satoru Morimoto

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.
Photo by MK Products
Open Photo by MK Products

Shimotori

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

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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