Nishi Ward Travel Guide

Kumamoto

Photo by Satoru Morimoto
Photo by Satoru Morimoto
Photo by Satoru Morimoto
Photo by Satoru Morimoto
Photo by Satoru Morimoto
Photo by Satoru Morimoto

Popular places to visit

Reigando Temple

Reigando Temple

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Reigando Temple during your travels in Kumamoto. Discover the area's hot springs and temples.

Reigando Temple
Honmyo-ji Temple

Honmyo-ji Temple

After visiting Honmyo-ji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Hanazono. Wander the parks or discover the area's hot springs.

Honmyo-ji Temple

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

Amu Plaza Kumamoto

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Amu Plaza Kumamoto during your trip to Kumamoto.

Amu Plaza Kumamoto

Kumamoto Shintoshin Plaza

Kumamoto Shintoshin Plaza is just one of the places to see in Kumamoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

Kumamoto Shintoshin Plaza

Kakibaru Trout Hatchery

You can learn about the history of Hanazono with a stop at Kakibaru Trout Hatchery. Discover the area's hot springs and temples.

Kakibaru Trout Hatchery

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

฿1,189
per adult
Josaien Kimono Rental and Dressing Private Experience
Enjoy the Japanese gardens of Suizenji Temple in a kimono!

Kyushu Kumamoto Suizenji Kimono Rental Private Experience

฿1,189
per adult
Kyushu Kumamoto Suizenji Kimono Rental Private Experience
Kumamoto Half-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide

Kumamoto Half-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide

฿6,487
per adult
Kumamoto Half-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Fukuoka: Mount Aso Volcano, Kumamoto Castle, Grasslands Day Tour

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

฿2,413
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Fukuoka: Mount Aso Volcano, Kumamoto Castle, Grasslands Day Tour
In the huge crater with a circumference of 4 kilometers, you can observe the strong white smoke from a close distance.

Kumamoto Castle Kusasenri and Aso Crater Tour in Fukuoka/Kumamoto

฿2,583
per adult
Kumamoto Castle Kusasenri and Aso Crater Tour in Fukuoka/Kumamoto
Kumamoto Castle, Mount Aso, and Kurokawa Onsen Tour from Fukuaka

Kumamoto Castle Kusasenrigahama and Mount Aso tour from Fukuoka

฿3,498
per adult
Kumamoto Castle Kusasenrigahama and Mount Aso tour from Fukuoka
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Top hotels in Nishi Ward

THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO

THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO

4 out of 5
3-15-26 Kasuga, Nishi-ku, Kumamoto, Kumamoto
The price is ฿4,091 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
฿4,091
฿4,500 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
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! (1,719 reviews)
"Clean"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO
Toyoko Inn Kumamoto Ekimae

Toyoko Inn Kumamoto Ekimae

3 out of 5
2-8-10, Kasuga, Kumamoto, Kumamoto
The price is ฿2,290 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
฿2,290
฿2,518 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
Great hotel 2-min from bus station.
"The location is a 2-minute walk from the train station, making it accessible to anything in the city. I worked every morning and toured the city and neighboring communities in the afternoon. It was perfect! I had one glitch with the WiFi, and the staff fixed it immediately. They helped with planning, ..."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Toyoko Inn Kumamoto Ekimae
ONE STATION HOTEL KUMAMOTO

ONE STATION HOTEL KUMAMOTO

4 out of 5
1-13-1 Kasuga, Kumamoto, Kumamoto-ken
The price is ฿2,398 per night from 19 Nov to 20 Nov
฿2,398
฿2,902 total
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
"Overall this a good hotel and close to Kumamoto station. This hotel is a bit dated and uses keys for hotel rooms. Amenities were basic. Room was spacious. Staff were friendly."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

ONE STATION HOTEL KUMAMOTO
Hotel Route-Inn Kumamoto Ekimae

Hotel Route-Inn Kumamoto Ekimae

3 out of 5
1-14-19 Kasuga, Nishi-ku, Kumamoto, Kumamoto-ken
The price is ฿2,966 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
฿2,966
฿3,263 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (871 reviews)
"It is near the train station and trams stop. Good breakfast spread. Providing toothpaste pack without toothbrush pack will be more ideal. Tv seems to off by itself in the nights."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Hotel Route-Inn Kumamoto Ekimae
HOTEL THE GATE KUMAMOTO - Hostel

HOTEL THE GATE KUMAMOTO - Hostel

2 out of 5
1-14-1 Nishi-ku Kasuga, Kumamoto
The price is ฿1,650 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
฿1,650
฿1,815 total
23 Oct - 24 Oct
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! (268 reviews)
"This is a capsule hostel so the rooms arent very big all the rooms dont actully have roofs and the walls are paper thin so if u have a snorer next door u may not be able to get to sleep they do offer earplugs and free toothbrushes so so that a bonus"

Reviewed on 12 Apr 2025

HOTEL THE GATE KUMAMOTO - Hostel
Nest Hotel Kumamoto

Nest Hotel Kumamoto

3 out of 5
4-39 Karashima-cho, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto, Kumamoto-ken
The price is ฿890 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
฿890
฿979 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
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! (1,008 reviews)
"Great!"

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

Nest Hotel Kumamoto
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Other neighbourhoods around Nishi 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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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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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.

Suidocho
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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.

Kuhonji
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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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Suizenji

While visiting Suizenji, you might make a stop by sights like Suizenji Gardens and Kumamoto Suizenji Stadium.

Suizenji

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