Kumamoto

Travel Guide

A green valley with a lake and a mountain.
A lush green field with a mountain range in the background.
A volcanic mountain with smoke, a winding road, and rolling hills.
A traditional Japanese castle with multiple tiers and a prominent tower, surrounded by lush greenery and hills.
A traditional Japanese castle with multi-tiered roofs, surrounded by autumn-colored trees and a stone wall.

Where to stay in Kumamoto

Find the best Kumamoto areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Kumamoto
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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 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 Shimotori Shopping Arcade and Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street.

A serene lake with a traditional Japanese bridge, lush greenery, and a thatched-roof building.

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.

A serene landscape with a pond surrounded by green hills and trees.

Suizenji

While visiting Suizenji, you might make a stop by sights like Suizenji Gardens and Monkey D. Luffy Statue.

Stay near popular Kumamoto attractions

A traditional Japanese castle with multi-tiered roofs, surrounded by autumn-colored trees and a stone wall.

Kumamoto Castle

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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.
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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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