Chuo Ward Travel Guide

Kumamoto

A traditional Japanese castle with multiple tiers and a prominent tower, surrounded by lush greenery and hills.

A wooden bridge leading to a traditional Japanese castle with autumn foliage.

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

A traditional Japanese castle with a prominent tower, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.

A traditional Japanese castle with golden autumn leaves, a stone lantern, and a clear sky.

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Kumamoto travel guide

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Kumamoto Castle

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You can find out about the history of Kumamoto with a visit to 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

£16

per adult

Kumamoto Castle is also known as Ginkgo Castle.

Kumamoto Castle Kusasenri and Aso Crater Tour in Fukuoka/Kumamoto

£67

per adult

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Where to stay in Chuo Ward

Find the best Chuo Ward areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A stone pathway leading to a traditional Japanese shrine with steps and stone lanterns.

Nishi Ward

If you're spending some time in Nishi Ward, Amu Plaza Kumamoto and Kumamoto Shintoshin Plaza are top sights worth seeing.

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

Shinshigai

If you're spending some time in Shinshigai, Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Shimotori Shopping Arcade are top sights worth seeing.

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

Shimotori

If you're spending some time in Shimotori, Shimotori Shopping Arcade and Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street are top sights worth seeing.

A stadium with a large white dome and a cable-supported roof, surrounded by green fields and trees.

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.

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Minami Ward

While there might not be top attractions in Minami Ward, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Aqua Dome Kumamoto and Aeon Mall Kumamoto Clair.

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