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

£17
per adult
Kumamoto: Traditional Ikinari Dango Cooking Class
Kumamoto: Castle Admission Ticket

Kumamoto: Castle Admission Ticket

£4
per adult
Kumamoto: Castle Admission Ticket
Kumamoto Castle is also known as Ginkgo Castle.

Kumamoto Castle Kusasenri and Aso Crater Tour in Fukuoka/Kumamoto

£66
per adult
Kumamoto Castle Kusasenri and Aso Crater Tour in Fukuoka/Kumamoto
Tokyo: Daikoku JDM Car Meet & Night Car Culture Tour

Tokyo: Daikoku JDM Car Meet & Night Car Culture Tour

£81
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tokyo: Daikoku JDM Car Meet & Night Car Culture Tour
Kumamoto Manga Inking Workshop with Framed Artwork Souvenir

Kumamoto Manga Inking Workshop with Framed Artwork Souvenir

£24
per adult
Kumamoto Manga Inking Workshop with Framed Artwork Souvenir
Fast and Furious Tokyo JDM Daikoku secret car meet tour

Tokyo Drift:JDM Night Drive to Daikoku Car Meet | Hotel Pick Up

£95
per adult
Tokyo Drift:JDM Night Drive to Daikoku Car Meet | Hotel Pick Up
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Top hotels in Higashi Ward

KAMENOYU by HATAGO INN

KAMENOYU by HATAGO INN

2.5 out of 5
2-4-11 Ishiwara, Higashi-ku Kumamoto Kumamoto
The price is £52 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
£52
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and hot springs on-site. Popular attractions Musashizuka Park and KKWing Stadium are located ...
KAMENOYU by HATAGO INN
THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO

THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO

4 out of 5
15-26 Kasuga 3-chome, Nishi-ku Kumamoto Kumamoto Prefecture
The price is £81 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
£81
27 Oct - 28 Oct
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,834 reviews)
"The Blossom Hotel Kumamoto is hard to find as was advised in the reviews! It ‘s front door is very tall and right up against the Station building!, we found it ok. It is a great hotel in every way and the buffet breakfast was the best that we had on our 16 night trip. The food at breakfast was all ..."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO
SOTETSU GRAND FRESA KUMAMOTO

SOTETSU GRAND FRESA KUMAMOTO

3.5 out of 5
2-2-23 Shimotori, Chuo Ward Kumamoto Kumamoto
The price is £52 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
£52
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,055 reviews)
"Location is good, near the shopping area."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2026

SOTETSU GRAND FRESA KUMAMOTO
Candeo Hotels Kumamoto Shinshigai

Candeo Hotels Kumamoto Shinshigai

4 out of 5
8-7 Shinshigai Chuo Kumamoto Kumamoto
The price is £78 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
£78
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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 ...
Candeo Hotels Kumamoto Shinshigai
Kumamoto Hotel Castle

Kumamoto Hotel Castle

4 out of 5
4-2 Jyoto-machi, Chuo-ku Kumamoto Kumamoto
The price is £55 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
£55
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Amazing would recommend"

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2026

Kumamoto Hotel Castle
Hotel Carna A

Hotel Carna A

2.5 out of 5
4-20 Chuogai Kumamoto Kumamoto
The price is £62 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
£62
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Stay at this capsule hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, hot springs on-site and a sauna. Popular attractions Shimotori Shopping Arcade and Yakumo Koizumi Old ...
Hotel Carna A
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Where to stay in Higashi Ward

Find the best Higashi Ward areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about 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 pink cherry blossom branch with flowers and buds.

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.
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Shimotori

If you're spending some time in Shimotori, Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Shimotori Shopping Arcade 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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