Kita Ward Travel Guide
Kumamoto
Popular places to visit
Musashizuka Park
After visiting Musashizuka Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kumamoto. Amble around the area's parks or visit its temples.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Josaien Kimono Rental and Dressing Private Experience
Kyushu Kumamoto Suizenji Kimono Rental Private Experience
Fukuoka: Mount Aso Volcano, Kumamoto Castle, Grasslands Day Tour
Kumamoto Castle Kusasenrigahama and Mount Aso tour from Fukuoka
Kumamoto Castle Kusasenri and Aso Crater Tour in Fukuoka/Kumamoto
Kumamoto and Mount Aso Day Tour from Fukuoka Return by Aso Train
Top hotels in Kita Ward
Kikunan Onsen UBL Hotel
Onsen was very relaxing. Breakfast was good
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO
Everything good
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Nest Hotel Kumamoto
Great!
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025
CANDEO HOTELS KUMAMOTO SHINSHIGAI
Great facility and location.
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Dormy Inn Kumamoto Natural Hot Spring
Great onsen
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
KOKO HOTEL Premier Kumamoto
The staff was fantastic. Rooms were super clean.
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kita Ward
Suidocho
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.
Shimotori
If you're spending some time in Shimotori, Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Shimotori Shopping Arcade are top sights worth seeing.
Nishi Ward
If you're spending some time in Nishi Ward, Amu Plaza Kumamoto and Kumamoto Shintoshin Plaza are top sights worth seeing.
Shinshigai
If you're spending some time in Shinshigai, Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Shimotori Shopping Arcade are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
