Chuo Ward Travel Guide

Kumamoto

A traditional Japanese castle with multiple tiers and a prominent tower, surrounded by lush greenery and hills.
A wooden bridge leading to a traditional Japanese castle with autumn foliage.
A traditional Japanese castle with multi-tiered roofs, surrounded by autumn-colored trees and a stone wall.
A traditional Japanese castle with a prominent tower, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.
A traditional Japanese castle with golden autumn leaves, a stone lantern, and a clear sky.

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A traditional Japanese castle with multi-tiered roofs, surrounded by autumn-colored trees and a stone wall.

Kumamoto Castle

8.8/5 (1,243 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.
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Things to do

Kumamoto: Traditional Ikinari Dango Cooking Class

Kumamoto: Traditional Ikinari Dango Cooking Class

฿714
per adult
Kumamoto: Traditional Ikinari Dango Cooking Class
Fukuoka: Mount Aso Volcano, Kumamoto Castle, Grasslands Day Tour

Fukuoka: Mount Aso Volcano, Kumamoto Castle, Grasslands Day Tour

฿1,805
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Fukuoka: Mount Aso Volcano, Kumamoto Castle, Grasslands Day Tour
Kumamoto Castle is also known as Ginkgo Castle.

Kumamoto Castle Kusasenri and Aso Crater Tour in Fukuoka/Kumamoto

฿2,924
per adult
Kumamoto Castle Kusasenri and Aso Crater Tour in Fukuoka/Kumamoto
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Top hotels in Chuo Ward

Kumamoto Hotel Castle

Kumamoto Hotel Castle

4 out of 5
4-2 Jyoto-machi, Chuo-ku Kumamoto Kumamoto
The price is ฿1,694 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿1,694
฿1,946 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Amazing stay with outstanding hospitality."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

Kumamoto Hotel Castle
Candeo Hotels Kumamoto Shinshigai

Candeo Hotels Kumamoto Shinshigai

4 out of 5
8-7 Shinshigai Chuo Kumamoto Kumamoto
The price is ฿2,270 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
฿2,270
฿2,580 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
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! (1,041 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff was friendly and helpful. The cleaning ladies were nice and helpful too. We would go back again."

Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026

Candeo Hotels Kumamoto Shinshigai
Natural Hot Spring SUPER HOTEL Kumamoto Chamber of Commerce

Natural Hot Spring SUPER HOTEL Kumamoto Chamber of Commerce

3 out of 5
1-30-1 Uoyamachi Kumamoto Kumamoto
The price is ฿1,697 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿1,697
฿2,011 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Stay at this hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, hot springs on-site and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very good! (501 reviews)
"The 9th floor room is pretty big. Very clean. Good for family to stay!"

Reviewed on 30 Nov 2024

Natural Hot Spring SUPER HOTEL Kumamoto Chamber of Commerce
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kumamoto

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kumamoto

4 out of 5
1-20, Kouya Imamachi Kumamoto Kumamoto
The price is ฿1,505 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
฿1,505
฿1,738 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
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)
"It’s a very good option to stay in Kyoto"

Reviewed on 13 May 2026

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kumamoto
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3.5 out of 5
9-1 Kajiyamachi Chuo Ward Kumamoto Kumamoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,538 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
฿2,538
฿2,874 total
8 Jul - 9 Jul
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! (335 reviews)
"Emergency stairs was locked, and not be able to use"

Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026

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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 ฿2,162 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
฿2,162
฿2,523 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Stay at this hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, hot springs on-site and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Dormy Inn Kumamoto Natural Hot Spring
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Where to stay in Chuo Ward

Find the best Chuo Ward areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Shinshigai

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

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.

Photo by MK Products
Open Photo by MK Products

Shimotori

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

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Open Photo by Motoki-jj

Higashi Ward

While you're in Higashi Ward, take in top sights like KKWing Stadium and jump on the metro at Zoological and Botanical Gardens Entrance Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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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