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Kumamoto Castle ©
Castle
Kumamoto Castle , Kumamoto
4.3
One of Japan's most iconic structures, Kumamoto Castle dates back to the 15th century and draws flocks of visitors with its distinct architec
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Suizenji Jojuen Garden ©
Garden
Suizenji Jojuen Garden , Kumamoto
4.0
With a lush rolling landscape and fresh clear waters filled with colorful carp, Suizenji Jojuen Garden remains a welcoming sanctuary and auth
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Sakuranobaba Johsaien ©
History Museum
Sakuranobaba Johsaien , Kumamoto
3.6
Experience a taste of the old days at Sakuranobaba Johsaien, an Edo-themed complex allowing visitors to travel back in time. Begin your tour
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Kato Shrine ©
Religious Site
Kato Shrine , Kumamoto
4.0
Tours from $136
Takachiho Gorge ©
Canyon
Takachiho Gorge , Takachiho-cho
4.5
Towering walls of basalt accented by several waterfalls awe visitors at Takachiho Gorge, a chasm formed by the waters of the Gokase River. At
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FROM $99 BOOK WITH VIATOR Takachiho Gorge Half-Day Private Trip with Nationally-Licensed Guide
Duration: 4 hours
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FROM $123 BOOK WITH VIATOR Takachiho Gorge Full-Day Private Trip with Nationally-Licensed Guide
Duration: 6 hours
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FROM $169 BOOK WITH VIATOR Half-Day Guided Tour of Kumamoto Castle with Accessory Making
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
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Kumamoto

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Castles · Landmarks · Sacred & Religious Sites
Centered around its castle, Kumamoto stands as a historic city with plenty of modern-day appeal to add to the mix. The castle steals visitors' attention at the start of many visits to Kumamoto, though the surrounding streets of restaurants, stores, and museums soon provide a touch of the city's pleasant modern ambiance. Day trips throughout the surrounding region offer chances to see volcanic areas with hot springs and crater lakes, as well as an archipelago of 120 islands off the coast. Arrange all the small, but important details of your Kumamoto trip itinerary using our Japan tour itinerary planner.

Side trips from Kumamoto

Takachiho Gorge ©
Canyon
Takachiho Gorge
Takachiho-cho
4.5
Duration: 1h 30 min
Daikanbo ©
Lookout
Daikanbo
Aso
4.6
Duration: 1 hour
Kokonoe Yume Otsurihashi Bridge ©
Lookout
Kokonoe Yume Otsurihashi Bridge
Kokonoe-machi
3.9
Duration: 1h 30 min
Takachiho Shrine ©
Religious Site
Takachiho Shrine
Takachiho-cho
4.4
Duration: 1 hour

Museums in Kumamoto

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Contemporary Art Museum, Kumamoto ©
Art Museum
Contemporary Art Museum, Kumamoto
4.0
Duration: 30 minutes
Newspaper Museum
History Museum
Newspaper Museum
5.0
Duration: 1h 30 min
Kumamoto Castle Museum Wakuwakuza
History Museum
Kumamoto Castle Museum Wakuwakuza
4.7
Duration: 1h 30 min
Kumamoto Prefectural Museum of Art ©
Art Museum
Kumamoto Prefectural Museum of Art
3.6
Duration: 1 hour

Shopping in Kumamoto

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Shimotori Shotengai ©
Shopping Mall
Shimotori Shotengai
3.4
Duration: 1 hour
KUMAMON products Nagataniya
Gift & Specialty Shop
KUMAMON products Nagataniya
5.0
Duration: 30 minutes
Tsuruya Department Store ©
Department Store
Tsuruya Department Store
3.7
Duration: 1 hour
SAKURA MACHI Kumamoto ©
Shopping Mall
SAKURA MACHI Kumamoto
3.6
Duration: 2h 30 min

Hidden gems in Kumamoto

Suizenji Ezuko Park ©
Park
Suizenji Ezuko Park
4.0
Duration: 1 hour
Kumamoto Zoo and Botanical Gardens ©
Zoo
Kumamoto Zoo and Botanical Gardens
3.9
Duration: 1 hour
Kumamotojoinari Shrine ©
Religious Site
Kumamotojoinari Shrine
3.5
Duration: 1 hour
Kamitori Shopping Street
Historic Walking Area
Kamitori Shopping Street
3.3
Duration: 1 hour

Historic Sites in Kumamoto

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Reigando
Religious Site
Reigando
4.0
Duration: 1 hour
Kengun Shrine ©
Religious Site
Kengun Shrine
3.9
Duration: 1 hour
Catholic Tetori Church ©
Church
Catholic Tetori Church
4.2
Duration: 1 hour
The Memorial Museum of the Fifth High School
Historic Site
The Memorial Museum of the Fifth High School
4.0
Duration: 1 hour

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Where to stay in Kumamoto

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By far the majority of the accommodations in Kumamoto lie to the east and south of the main park containing the castle. Ranging from budget guesthouses to luxury hotels, and even luxury guesthouses (traditional
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