Kumamoto Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Kumamoto
Kumamoto
Kumamoto
Kumamoto
Kumamoto

Where to stay in Kumamoto

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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.

Chuo Ward
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Shinshigai

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

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

Shinshigai
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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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Shimotori

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

Shimotori
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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.

Minami Ward
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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.

Higashi Ward
THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO

THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO

4 out of 5
3-15-26 Kasuga, Nishi-ku, Kumamoto, Kumamoto
The price is £93 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
£93
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,651 reviews)
"Nice clean and brand new hotel Super convenient around the hotel and loads of food"

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO
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 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£21
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Great!"

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

Nest Hotel Kumamoto
Dormy Inn Kumamoto Natural Hot Spring

Dormy Inn Kumamoto Natural Hot Spring

3 out of 5
3-1 Karashima-Cho, Kumamoto, Kumamoto-ken
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £57 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£57
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, hot springs on-site and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Amazing"

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

Dormy Inn Kumamoto Natural Hot Spring
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3.5 out of 5
9-1 Kajiyamachi Chuo Ward, Kumamoto, Kumamoto
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (283 reviews)
"Love everything about this hotel. The only thing we suggest CX"

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025

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HOTEL ALL IN KUMAMOTO

HOTEL ALL IN KUMAMOTO

4 out of 5
7-28 Anseimachi Chuo Ward, Kumamoto, Kumamoto
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Kumamoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Kumamoto Castle and Shimotori ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
"とても素敵なホテルで満喫出来ました。 駐車場の入り口にホテル名があればわかりやすいです。駐車場からチェックインのフロントの場所がわかりにくいのでマップがあればいいのでは^_^ また次回も利用したいと思います。 スタッフさんの対応も感じかよかったです♡ ありがとうございました╰(*´︶`*)╯♡"

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

HOTEL ALL IN KUMAMOTO
Espoir

Espoir

2.5 out of 5
2-11-4 Shinmachi, Kumamoto, Kumamoto
Stay at this apartment in Kumamoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an in-room coffee maker and slippers. Popular attractions Kumamoto Castle and Sakura Machi Kumamoto are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (36 reviews)
"Good location with 5-8min walk from bus terminal. The unit is compact with all amenities inlcuding a small kitchen, full size fridge and washing machine. Condition of cooking utensil is excellent. Very efficient communication with the host. The only down side is that the heating is not very efficient. ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2025

Espoir
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Popular places to visit

Kumamoto Castle

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.

Kumamoto Castle
Suizenji Gardens

Suizenji Gardens

Find out about the history of Kumamoto when you take a trip to Suizenji Gardens. Amble around the area's parks or visit its temples.

Suizenji Gardens

Kumamoto-jo Hall

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

Kumamoto-jo Hall

Sakura Machi Kumamoto

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

Sakura Machi Kumamoto

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.

Kumamoto City Hall

KKWing Stadium

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

KKWing Stadium

Things to do

Our store is located in Josaien, a tourist facility located right next to Kumamoto Castle, the symbol of Kumamoto.

Josaien Kimono Rental and Dressing Private Experience

£28
per adult
Josaien Kimono Rental and Dressing Private Experience
Enjoy the Japanese gardens of Suizenji Temple in a kimono!

Private Kimono Experience with Suizenji Park Admission Ticket

£28
per adult
Private Kimono Experience with Suizenji Park Admission Ticket
Kumamoto Castel, Mount Aso and Kusasenrigahama Tour from Fukuoka

Kumamoto Castel, Mount Aso and Kusasenrigahama Tour from Fukuoka

£62
per adult
Kumamoto Castel, Mount Aso and Kusasenrigahama Tour from Fukuoka
Kumamoto Castle, Mount Aso, and Kurokawa Onsen Tour from Fukuaka

Kumamoto Castle Kusasenrigahama and Mount Aso tour from Fukuoka

£74
per adult
Kumamoto Castle Kusasenrigahama and Mount Aso tour from Fukuoka
Aso Mountain Kusasenri is a large grassland located at the northern foot of Mount Eboshi.

Kumamoto Castle Aso Volcano Kusasenri from Fukuoka and Kumamato

£74
per adult
Kumamoto Castle Aso Volcano Kusasenri from Fukuoka and Kumamato
E-Bike Journey Across Mt. Aso from Kumamoto Airport

E-Bike Journey Across Mt. Aso from Kumamoto Airport

£45
per traveller
E-Bike Journey Across Mt. Aso from Kumamoto Airport
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Photo by Satoru Morimoto

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