Minami Ward
Kumamoto
Visit Minami Ward
Popular places to visit
Kumamoto Castle
You can find out about the history of Kumamoto with a stop at Kumamoto Castle. Wander the parks or discover the area's hot springs.
Kumamoto City Hall
Kumamoto City Hall is just one of the places to see in Kumamoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's parks or visit its temples.
Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street
During your visit to Kumamoto, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street. Amble around the area's parks or visit its temples.
Kumamoto Prefectural Traditional Crafts Centre
You can browse the exhibits at Kumamoto Prefectural Traditional Crafts Centre, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Kumamoto. Amble around the area's parks or visit its temples.
Kumamoto Zoo and Botanical Garden
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.
Izumi Shrine
After visiting Izumi Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kumamoto. Discover the area's hot springs and temples.
Things to do
Kumamoto Castle Kusasenri and Aso Crater Tour in Fukuoka/Kumamoto
Kumamoto Castle Walking Tour with Local Guide
Kumamoto : Tonkotsu Ramen Guided Tour with 2 Bowls of Ramen
Kumamoto Castle, Samurai Legacy & Restoration Tour
6-Hour Tour: Pick 2 –Kumamoto Castle, Castle Town, Suizenji
Kumamoto Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Minami Ward Hotel Deals
Hotel New Gaea Nishi Kumamoto Ekimae
THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO
A perfect place to stay: convenient location right next to Kumamoto Station; a stylish and comfortable hotel with extras like a public bath, and a quiet space by the water garden courtyard. And the breakfast served is extra good: plenty of choices including some local specialties. It’s the place ...
Reviewed on Apr 23, 2026
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kumamoto
Great hotel to stay in Kumamoto. It's near the Kumamoto castle, Sakura-no-baba Josaien and the sakuramachi shopping centre. The hotel has a lot of on-site amenities such as a public bath and a restaurant. Staff are helpful and attentive.
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026
Kumamoto Hotel Castle
The room was clean however you can’t check in early, which is something you should note if you arrive before three. There is no included breakfast. There are a lot of stairs within the actual room itself, which is a trip hazard in the middle of the night. We checked out a day early as the bed was ...
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
Candeo Hotels Kumamoto Shinshigai
Baths were amazing to use every day and the hotel is in an amazing location
Reviewed on Apr 21, 2026
Dormy Inn Kumamoto Natural Hot Spring
Lovely hotel with onsen.
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Minami Ward
Tamukaemachi Oaza Tainoshima
While there might not be top attractions in Tamukaemachi Oaza Tainoshima, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Suizenji Gardens and Kumamoto Zoo and Botanical Garden.
Kuhonji
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Kuhonji and surrounding area, you can visit Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Contemporary Art Museum Kumamoto.
Shinshigai
While visiting Shinshigai, you might make a stop by sights like Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Shimotori Shopping Arcade.
Shimotori
While visiting Shimotori, you might make a stop by sights like Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Shimotori Shopping Arcade.
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.
Suidocho
Though Suidocho might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Contemporary Art Museum Kumamoto and Kumamoto City Hall.
