Higashi Ward Travel Guide

Kumamoto

A weeping willow over a calm body of water at dusk.
A stadium with a large white dome and a cable-supported roof, surrounded by green fields and trees.
A river with dense green foliage on the banks and a rocky outcrop in the water.
Photo by そらみみ (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0)

Stay near popular Higashi Ward attractions

Kumamoto Zoo and Botanical Garden

8.0/10 (205 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Kumamoto: Traditional Ikinari Dango Cooking Class

Kumamoto: Traditional Ikinari Dango Cooking Class

฿721
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

฿2,265
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

฿2,979
per adult
Kumamoto Castle Kusasenri and Aso Crater Tour in Fukuoka/Kumamoto
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Where to stay in Higashi Ward

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A wooden bridge leading to a traditional Japanese castle with autumn foliage.

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.

A stone pathway leading to a traditional Japanese shrine with steps and stone lanterns.
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.

A busy urban street with modern buildings, a tram, and pedestrians.

Shinshigai

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

A cityscape with mountains in the background, a park with trees, and buildings.
Photo by MK Products
Open Photo by MK Products

Shimotori

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

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.

Higashi Ward Travel Guide