Kumamoto
Travel Guide
Visit Kumamoto
Where to stay in Kumamoto
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.
Nishi Ward
West ward of Kumamoto City, Nishi-ku, offers a unique blend of urban and suburban vibes, bordered by Kita-ku, Chūō-ku, Minami-ku, Tamana city, and Gyokutō town. Explore the diverse surroundings and immerse yourself in Japanese culture.
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.
Higashi Ward
While you're in Higashi Ward, take in top sights like Kumamoto Zoo and Botanical Garden and jump on the metro at Zoological and Botanical Gardens Entrance Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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.
THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO
The hotel is peaceful and well organized. Lovely breakfast and quiet place to sit.
Reviewed on 2026/3/19
Kumamoto Hotel Castle
Dirty carpet, room too hot and no cooling function for air conditioner. Definitely need refurbishment.
Reviewed on 2026/3/12
KOKO HOTEL Premier Kumamoto
Spending more time traveling up and down escalators. Since there is no drop-off for the hotel itself we had to park our car for 1 hour just for dropping off the baggage. Room is smaller than expected and there is no room to open baggage.
Reviewed on 2026/3/9
fav KUMAMOTO
Room clean. Big area. Value for money. But Breakfast so little..
Reviewed on 2026/2/9
HOTEL ALL IN KUMAMOTO
Espoir
This was our favorite apartment accomodation in Japan. Very comfortable and enough space for 2 and in a great location. We could walk to the station and to the city center and castle. The small kitchen was fine for making a small breakfast and coffee. And we really appreciated the wash machine and ...
Reviewed on 2025/10/22
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 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.
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.
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.
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- Visit Kikuyo
- Izumi Shrine
- Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street
- Musashizuka Park
- Mifune Dinosaur Museum
- Ishigamiyama Park
- Visit Kikuchi
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- Honmyo-Ji Temple
- Contemporary Art Museum Kumamoto
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