Chuo Ward Travel Guide
Kumamoto
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Yakumo Koizumi Old House in Kumamoto
You can find out about the history of Kumamoto when you stop by Yakumo Koizumi Old House in Kumamoto. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Sakura Machi Kumamoto
You can enjoy retail therapy at Sakura Machi Kumamoto during your visit to Kumamoto.
Kumamoto-jo Hall
Learn about the events happening in Kumamoto-jo Hall during your trip to Kumamoto.
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 Walking Tour with Local Guide
Kumamoto Castle Kusasenri and Aso Crater Tour in Fukuoka/Kumamoto
Top hotels in Chuo Ward
Nest Hotel Kumamoto
Great!
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025
Dormy Inn Kumamoto Natural Hot Spring
Room was clean, staff was nice!
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
CANDEO HOTELS KUMAMOTO SHINSHIGAI
Great location with onsite parking just 1300 yen overnight, even if that’s full there are public parking lots nearby. Hot bath on top floor definitely best thing not to be missed.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
KOKO HOTEL Premier Kumamoto
Everything very nice, especially location.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
HOTEL MYSTAYS Kumamoto Riverside
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Kumamoto Hotel Castle
Very clean and convenient to many attractions and resturaunts. We would highly recommend this hotel to anyone who is visiting Kumamoto! I hope to return soon!
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Chuo Ward
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.
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.
Shinshigai
If you're spending some time in Shinshigai, Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Shimotori Shopping Arcade are top sights worth seeing.
Suizenji
While visiting Suizenji, you might make a stop by sights like Suizenji Gardens and Kumamoto Prefectural Office.
Tamukaemachi Oaza Tainoshima
While there might not be top attractions in Tamukaemachi Oaza Tainoshima, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kumamoto Zoo and Botanical Garden and Suizenji Gardens.
