Higashi Ward Travel Guide

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 visit the native and exotic animals who call Kumamoto Zoo and Botanical Garden home during your holiday 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

£16
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

£67
per adult
Kumamoto Castle Kusasenri and Aso Crater Tour in Fukuoka/Kumamoto
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Top hotels in Higashi Ward

THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO

THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO

4 out of 5
15-26 Kasuga 3-chome, Nishi-ku Kumamoto Kumamoto Prefecture
Stay at this hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
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THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kumamoto

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kumamoto

4 out of 5
1-20, Kouya Imamachi Kumamoto Kumamoto
The price is £47 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
£47
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"Romm was very clean and nice. Breakfast buffet was good quality. Overall it was great place to stay."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 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 £56 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
£56
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Stay at this spa hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,059 reviews)
"早餐中上水準，用餐環境明亮舒適。 員工禮貌親切。我住的單人房很寬敞，毫無侷促感。唯一小缺點是插座不多且集中一處，在充電或工作上不夠方便。整體來說是會再次住宿的旅館。"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 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
Stay at this hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Kumamoto Castle and Amu Plaza Kumamoto ...
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JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KUMAMOTO
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3.5 out of 5
9-1 Kajiyamachi Chuo Ward Kumamoto Kumamoto
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The price is £54 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
£54
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Stay at this aparthotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (345 reviews)
"Clean and spacious room, very polite and helpful staff, excellent price and comes with nice breakfast."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

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Kumamoto Hotel Castle

Kumamoto Hotel Castle

4 out of 5
4-2 Jyoto-machi, Chuo-ku Kumamoto Kumamoto
The price is £40 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£40
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
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Where to stay in 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

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.
Photo by MK Products
Open Photo by MK Products

Shimotori

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

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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