Title: Nishi Ward Travel Guide: Best of Nishi Ward, Kumamoto Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Nishi Ward](https://expedia.co.uk/Nishi-Ward-Kumamoto-Hotels.0-n553248635991220112-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Kumamoto](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Kumamoto.d1858.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Kumamoto](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Kumamoto.d1858.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Nishi Ward Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Nishi-Ward.d553248635991220112.Car-Hire-Guide)[Nishi Ward Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Nishi-Ward.d553248635991220112.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Nishi Ward Travel Guide ## Kumamoto ![梅の花「クローズアップ」(梅林公園)百梅園 Plum blossom "close-up" (Umebayashi Park) Hyakubaien 日本2022年(2月)撮影「百梅園」 Photographed in 2022 (February), Japan "Taniozaki Bairin Park" 九州・熊本県熊本市西区 Nishi-ku, Kumamoto City, Kyushu](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635991220112/559da9a1-b046-49c0-b6ec-329da348d474.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![梅の花「クローズアップ」(梅林公園)百梅園 Plum blossom "close-up" (Umebayashi Park) Hyakubaien 日本2022年(2月)撮影「百梅園」 Photographed in 2022 (February), Japan "Taniozaki Bairin Park" 九州・熊本県熊本市西区 Nishi-ku, Kumamoto City, Kyushu](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635991220112/559da9a1-b046-49c0-b6ec-329da348d474.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![熊本県 霊厳禅寺](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1858/a958ebf6-6944-43e8-9667-a6131bcbe519.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![熊本県 本妙寺](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1858/be3f0478-d64e-4eab-86f1-9ddb8ac70790.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![熊本県 本妙寺](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6138951/a5e73122-3f1a-4a3c-a837-fdbae9429181.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Nishi Ward Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Kumamoto travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Kumamoto.dx1858) --- ### Popular places to visit ![0_175932014](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102818/fb4d5a91-69e7-4469-810b-f088f3d9ac2f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kumamoto Castle 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kumamoto-Castle-Chuo-Ward.d6102818.Attraction) ![Kumamoto_KumamotoCityHall_553248621532762754_04](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532762754/40e76bea-3196-46cc-9986-5bfaa56fab4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kumamoto-City-Hall-Chuo-Ward.d553248621532762754.Attraction) ![Kumamoto_ShinshigaiShotengai_553248621562271767_08](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562271767/e3ccc749-dc7a-494b-8eb0-b3426ddf2a4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street During your visit to Kumamoto, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street. Amble around the area's parks or visit its temples. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Shinshigai-Shotengai-Kumamoto.d553248621562271767.Attraction) ![熊本県 江津湖](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1858/403c2e07-30fb-47f1-885d-c55719485e97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kumamoto Zoo and Botanical Garden 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kumamoto-Zoo-And-Botanical-Garden-Higashi-Ward.d553248621532762767.Attraction) ![Kumamoto_KumamotoPrefecturalTraditionalCraftsCentre_6102820_03](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102820/f08ea51d-0b8f-4a3e-a77c-3c5369e03dbc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kumamoto Prefectural Traditional Crafts Centre You can browse the exhibits at Kumamoto Prefectural Traditional Crafts Centre, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Kumamoto. Amble around the area's parks or visit its temples. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kumamoto-Prefectural-Traditional-Crafts-Centre-Chuo-Ward.d6102820.Attraction) ![shrine in Suizenji Jojuen garden at Kumamoto, Japan; Shutterstock ID 441428734; purchase_order: SF 06557000; job: ; client: ; other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562271771/9c4dd3b5-a3e6-4e69-8991-13a94c0c416e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Izumi-Shrine-Chuo-Ward.d553248621562271771.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Our store is located in Josaien, a tourist facility located right next to Kumamoto Castle, the symbol of Kumamoto.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47581059/4d19e330-f96c-4afd-8228-01a218cf2afe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyushu Kumamoto Josaien Kimono Rental Private Experience £26 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyushu-kumamoto-josaien-kimono-rental-private-experience.a47581059.activity-details) ![Enjoy the Japanese gardens of Suizenji Temple in a kimono!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47558269/aa1231d5-359e-4b60-b752-bb151492f5f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyushu Kumamoto Suizenji Kimono Rental Private Experience £26 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyushu-kumamoto-suizenji-kimono-rental-private-experience.a47558269.activity-details) ![Kumamoto Castle, Mount Aso, and Kurokawa Onsen Tour from Fukuaka](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49453852/9d180e64-9e0f-4d2d-bcc9-d98c6cf51b53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kumamoto Castle Kusasenrigahama and Mount Aso tour from Fukuoka £72 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kumamoto-castle-kusasenrigahama-and-mount-aso-tour-from-fukuoka.a49453852.activity-details) ![Kumamoto Castle is also known as Ginkgo Castle. ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49816622/ecde701b-f99b-4d73-be4a-7a3b904d44e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kumamoto Castle Kusasenri and Aso Crater Tour in Fukuoka/Kumamoto £65 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kumamoto-castle-kusasenri-and-aso-crater-tour-in-fukuokakumamoto.a49816622.activity-details) ![E-Bike Journey Across Mt. Aso from Kumamoto Airport](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49738598/bd70293e-2476-46f7-ad9a-419dde39b037.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### E-Bike Journey Across Mt. Aso from Kumamoto Airport £42 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/e-bike-journey-across-mt-aso-from-kumamoto-airport.a49738598.activity-details) ![Kumamoto and Mount Aso Day Tour from Fukuoka Return by Aso Train](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50251418/db016329-a061-4241-80ff-a1077571a979.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kumamoto and Mount Aso Day Tour from Fukuoka Return by Aso Train £96 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kumamoto-and-mount-aso-day-tour-from-fukuoka-return-by-aso-train.a50251418.activity-details) [See all activities in Kumamoto](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Kumamoto.d1858.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Nishi Ward ![THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59290000/59288100/59288061/2e13d086_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO 3-15-26 Kasuga, Nishi-ku Kumamoto Kumamoto £79 27 Feb - 28 Feb 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! (1,875 reviews) The employees were very pleasant and helpful. Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=28%2F02%2F2026&selected=59288061&PinnedHotelID=59288061&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635991220112) ![ONE STATION HOTEL KUMAMOTO ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3900000/3892600/3892503/w1200h895x0y5-5c80346e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### ONE STATION HOTEL KUMAMOTO 1-13-1 Kasuga Kumamoto Kumamoto-ken Stay at this hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews) The whole hotel was luxurious including the waiting area near the reception desk. The accommodations on the “luxury” floor was superb, with a complimentary drink bar area that included different alcohols. Breakfast was also delicious! Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=3892503&PinnedHotelID=3892503&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635991220112) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=3892503&PinnedHotelID=3892503&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635991220112) ![Toyoko Inn Kumamoto Ekimae](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17370000/17366900/17366840/50a2dc56_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Toyoko Inn Kumamoto Ekimae 2-8-10, Kasuga Kumamoto Kumamoto £49 23 Feb - 24 Feb Stay at this hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews) Clean room. Nice staff Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=17366840&PinnedHotelID=17366840&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635991220112) ![Hotel Route-Inn Kumamoto Ekimae](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4630000/4625600/4625569/95348a15_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Route-Inn Kumamoto Ekimae 1-14-19 Kasuga, Nishi-ku Kumamoto Kumamoto-ken £61 23 Feb - 24 Feb Stay at this hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (906 reviews) Great spa. Friendly staff. Great location by Kumamoto Station and shopping mall. Good breakfast variety. Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=4625569&PinnedHotelID=4625569&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635991220112) ![SUMITSUGU HOUSE Station](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110150000/110141200/110141111/8f726f0c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### SUMITSUGU HOUSE Station 1-chome-5-3 Kasuga, Nishi Ward Kumamoto Kumamoto £166 4 Mar - 5 Mar Stay at this holiday home in Kumamoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, Netflix and premium TV channels. Popular attractions Kumamoto Castle and Kitaoka Nature Park are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (1 review) すごくよかったです！ Reviewed on 15 Dec 2024 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F03%2F2026&endDate=05%2F03%2F2026&selected=110141111&PinnedHotelID=110141111&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635991220112) ![HOTEL THE GATE KUMAMOTO - Hostel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19570000/19563800/19563738/9fe00fbf_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### HOTEL THE GATE KUMAMOTO - Hostel 1-14-1 Nishi-ku Kasuga Kumamoto £38 23 Feb - 24 Feb Stay at this hostel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ... 8.4/10 Very Good! 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Kumamoto-Shinshigai.dx553248635976008544) ![Kumamoto_ShinshigaiShotengai_553248621562271767_08](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562271767/e3ccc749-dc7a-494b-8eb0-b3426ddf2a4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Shimotori If you're spending some time in Shimotori, Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Shimotori Shopping Arcade are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kumamoto-Shimotori.dx553248635976007758) ![The landscape view of famous Suizenji Garden in Kumamoto](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976008142/7aa50b83-bc1a-417f-97ad-ec7d33fbdb21.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Contemporary Art Museum Kumamoto and Kumamoto City Hall. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kumamoto-Suidocho.dx553248635976008142) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kuhonji Though Kuhonji may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Contemporary Art Museum Kumamoto. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kumamoto-Kuhonji.dx952158975070130176) ![熊本城の長塀と坪井川](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1858/07bf311c-5865-4568-8eee-22735a9acb6c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kumamoto-Chuo-Ward.dx553248635991220113) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kumamoto-Minami-Ward.dx553248635991222212) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Nishi Ward Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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