Shimotori Travel Guide

Kumamoto
Photo by Satoru Morimoto
Photo by Satoru Morimoto

Popular places to visit

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Kumamoto Castle

4/5(15 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.

Kumamoto Castle
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Suizenji Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Suizenji Gardens, a lovely green space in Aso Hakusui Onsen. Discover the area's hot springs and temples.

Suizenji Gardens
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Shinshigai Shotengai

During your visit to Kumamoto, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Shinshigai Shotengai. Amble around the area's parks or visit its temples.

Shinshigai Shotengai
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Kumamoto-jo Hall

Learn about the events happening in Kumamoto-jo Hall during your trip to Kumamoto.

Kumamoto-jo Hall
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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
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Kumamoto City Hall

4/5(4 reviews)

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.

Kumamoto City Hall

Top hotels in Shimotori

R&B Hotel Kumamoto Shimo-tori
R&B Hotel Kumamoto Shimo-tori
2.5 out of 5
2-2-18 Shimo-tori, Kumamoto, Kumamoto-ken
The price is ฿1,816 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
฿1,816
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Kumamoto Castle and Shinshigai Shotengai ...
7.6/10 Good! (220 reviews)
"The room too small no amenities"

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2019

R&B Hotel Kumamoto Shimo-tori
SOTETSU GRAND FRESA KUMAMOTO
SOTETSU GRAND FRESA KUMAMOTO
3 out of 5
2-chome-2-4 Shimotori Chuo Ward, Kumamoto, Kumamoto
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (821 reviews)
"I will revisit this hotel when I come to Kumamoto."

Reviewed on 30 May 2024

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SOTETSU GRAND FRESA KUMAMOTO
Daiwa Roynet Hotel KUMAMOTO GINZADORI PREMIER
Daiwa Roynet Hotel KUMAMOTO GINZADORI PREMIER
2.5 out of 5
1-chome-9-1 Shimotori Chuo Ward, Kumamoto, Kumamoto
Stay at this hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Kumamoto Castle and Shinshigai Shotengai ...
9/10 Wonderful! (117 reviews)
"The place was perfect! The space was big, the bed was big and the toilet was big! We felt really comfortable and made the mistake of staying inside for far too long when Kumamoto has so much to offer. It was also walkable to the castle and the shopping arcade. There was even a massage chair in our ..."

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

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Daiwa Roynet Hotel KUMAMOTO GINZADORI PREMIER
Hotel Sunroute Kumamoto
Hotel Sunroute Kumamoto
3 out of 5
Shimotori 1-7-18, Chuo, Kumamoto, Kumamoto
The price is ฿2,200 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
฿2,200
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Kumamoto Castle and Yakumo Koizumi ...
8/10 Very Good! (63 reviews)
"breakfast was delicious and staff were kind!"

Reviewed on 16 Dec 2022

Hotel Sunroute Kumamoto
Kumamoto Washington Hotel Plaza
Kumamoto Washington Hotel Plaza
3 out of 5
2-3-10 Shimotori, Kumamoto, Kumamoto-ken
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿1,986 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
฿1,986
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Kumamoto Castle and Shinshigai Shotengai ...
7.4/10 Good! (237 reviews)
Conversation noise from other room
"Terrible room wall, can hear the conversation noise from other room. Can't sleep until 2am! Not recommended if you seek for comfort stay"

Reviewed on 1 Jun 2018

Kumamoto Washington Hotel Plaza
THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO
THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO
4 out of 5
3-15-26 Kasuga, Nishi-ku, Kumamoto, Kumamoto
The price is ฿3,842 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
฿3,842
per night
2 Jul - 3 Jul
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! (868 reviews)
"Great staff and convenient location."

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO
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Other neighbourhoods around Shimotori

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Shinshigai

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Though Shinshigai may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sakura Machi Kumamoto and Kumamoto City Hall.

Shinshigai
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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 Kumamoto City Hall and Kumamoto Castle.

Suidocho
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Chuo Ward

While visiting Chuo Ward, you might make a stop by sights like Sakura Machi Kumamoto and Kumamoto Castle.

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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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.

Tamukaemachi Oaza Tainoshima
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Higashi Ward

While visiting Higashi Ward, you might make a stop by sights like Kumamoto Zoo and Botanical Garden and KKWing Stadium.

Higashi Ward

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