Minami Ward Travel Guide

Kumamoto

Popular places to visit

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Kumamoto Castle

4/5(15 reviews)

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.

Kumamoto Castle
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Suizenji Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Suizenji Gardens, a lovely green space in Aso Hakusui Onsen. Discover the area's hot springs and temples.

Suizenji Gardens
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Aqua Dome Kumamoto

Catch an event at Aqua Dome Kumamoto during your trip to Kumamoto. Discover the area's hot springs and temples.

Aqua Dome Kumamoto
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Kumamoto-jo Hall

Learn about the events happening in Kumamoto-jo Hall during your trip to Kumamoto.

Kumamoto-jo Hall
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Sakura Machi Kumamoto

You can enjoy retail therapy at Sakura Machi Kumamoto during your visit to Kumamoto.

Sakura Machi Kumamoto
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Kumamoto Station Tourist Information Center

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Kumamoto Station Tourist Information Center is just one of the places to see in Kumamoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the parks or discover the area's hot springs.

Kumamoto Station Tourist Information Center

Things to do

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Kumamoto Castle Town Walking Tour with Local Guide

£46
Per adult
Kumamoto Castle Town Walking Tour with Local Guide
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Charter Bus 2 Days Tour to Aso & Kumamoto, Takachiho from Fukuoka

£1,182
Per adult
Charter Bus 2 Days Tour to Aso & Kumamoto, Takachiho from Fukuoka
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Kumamoto Castle Walking Tour with Local Guide

£46
Per adult
Kumamoto Castle Walking Tour with Local Guide
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Kumamoto Custom Full Day Tour

£312
Per adult
Kumamoto Custom Full Day Tour
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Kumamoto Custom Half Day Tour

£204
Per adult
Kumamoto Custom Half Day Tour
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Kumamoto Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide

£226
Per adult
Kumamoto Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
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Top hotels in Minami Ward

Nest Hotel Kumamoto
Nest Hotel Kumamoto
3 out of 5
4-39 Karashima-cho, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto, Kumamoto-ken
The price is £21 per night from 6 May to 7 May
£21
per night
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and on-site parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Location is really good, hotel is located just beside a huge shopping mall and short distance from a major shopping & food street, staff is very friendly and helpful, mechanical parking is available and quite convenient. However, only the toilet is too small."

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2024

Nest Hotel Kumamoto
Chisun Inn Kumamoto Miyukifueda
Chisun Inn Kumamoto Miyukifueda
3 out of 5
2 16 1 Miyukifueda, Kumamoto, Kumamoto-ken
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and breakfast. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (272 reviews)
"Hotel is quiet day and night, clean and staffs are super polite friendly, lots of parking, breakfast finishes at 9:00, food stalls in 3 minutes walking … perfect for staying a week"

Reviewed on 16 Dec 2023

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Chisun Inn Kumamoto Miyukifueda
THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO
THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO
4 out of 5
3-15-26 Kasuga, Nishi-ku, Kumamoto, Kumamoto
The price is £84 per night from 6 May to 7 May
£84
per night
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (795 reviews)
"Easy to get to, Staff were amazing and friendly, willing to go the extra mile. The hotel was clean, modern and sleek. The room itself was also incredibly clean and comfortable. Would stay here again"

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2024

THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO
SOTETSU GRAND FRESA KUMAMOTO
SOTETSU GRAND FRESA KUMAMOTO
3 out of 5
2-chome-2-4 Shimotori Chuo Ward, Kumamoto, Kumamoto
The price is £42 per night from 19 May to 20 May
£42
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (779 reviews)
"Basic but sufficient. Big room. Taxi able to stop directly in front of hotel. Breakfast spread is good with some local food included. Would be better if they control the people at the restaurant and not let people stand behind customer to wait for seats. Orz almost thought I am at hawker centre."

Reviewed on 6 Apr 2024

SOTETSU GRAND FRESA KUMAMOTO
CANDEO HOTELS KUMAMOTO SHINSHIGAI
CANDEO HOTELS KUMAMOTO SHINSHIGAI
3.5 out of 5
8-7 Shinshigai Chuo, Kumamoto, Kumamoto
The price is £57 per night from 6 May to 7 May
£57
per night
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Kumamoto Castle and Shinshigai Shotengai are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (406 reviews)
"Emergency Stairway was locked during the earthquake. Not appreciated using the elevator during a quake. Informed stafff about it but nobody bothered."

Reviewed on 18 Apr 2024

CANDEO HOTELS KUMAMOTO SHINSHIGAI
Dormy Inn Kumamoto Natural Hot Spring
Dormy Inn Kumamoto Natural Hot Spring
3 out of 5
3-1 Karashima-Cho, Kumamoto, Kumamoto-ken
The price is £71 per night from 6 May to 7 May
£71
per night
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free WiFi, hot springs on-site and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
Best hotel in Japan
"I stay here so often that I should enquire about an apartment. Friendly staff who are very personable and kind. Kumamoto is the nicest place in the world 😍"

Reviewed on 5 Apr 2024

Dormy Inn Kumamoto Natural Hot Spring
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Other neighbourhoods around Minami Ward

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Tamukaemachi Oaza Tainoshima

While there might not be top attractions in Tamukaemachi Oaza Tainoshima, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kumamoto Zoo and Botanical Garden and Suizenji Gardens.

Tamukaemachi Oaza Tainoshima
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Shinshigai

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Though Shinshigai may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sakura Machi Kumamoto and Kumamoto City Hall.

Shinshigai
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Shimotori

When in Shimotori, you can plan a visit to Kumamoto City Hall and Sakura Machi Kumamoto, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Shimotori
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Chuo Ward

While visiting Chuo Ward, you might make a stop by sights like Sakura Machi Kumamoto and Kumamoto Castle.

Chuo Ward
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Suidocho

5/5(4 area reviews)

While Suidocho may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Kumamoto City Hall and Kumamoto Castle.

Suidocho
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Nishi Ward

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

Nishi Ward

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