What to Do in Kumamoto in 5 Days? Travel Guide and Tips

Day 1 | Morning

Kumamoto Castle

Opening Hours: Open from 9:00am-5:00pm

Ticket Price: 500 JPY

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: 1-1 Honmaru, Chuo Ward, Kumamoto, 860-0002

With a history of more than 400 years, Kumamoto Castle is one of the three famous castles in Japan. Covering an area of 5.3km, there are many buildings that are designated as key cultural relics by the state. The earthquake in 2016 was severely damaged, and the restoration project is making every effort to restore the majestic and heroic appearance before the earthquake. Visiting the restoration project of the ancient city is also a rare experience. Please come and visit.

Reviews from Real Guests:

도시맘: The trip to Kumamoto is the end of the trip to Kumamoto Castle, Suizenjikoen, Shimotoori and Kamitoori. I recommend it because the place where you can take a picture of the tianshu각 in Kyushu is Kokura Castle and Kumamoto Castle. Before going up to the castle, there is a shopping street in Sakura no Baba survey and it is good for walking courses.

wchisatow: I think it's like it's been rebuilt, so I think it's a great place to see it again.

Day 1 | Afternoon

When time permits after visiting Kumamoto Castle, don’t forget pay a visit to Suizenji Jojuen Garden.

Suizenji Jojuen Garden

Opening Hours: Open from 8:30am-5:00pm

Ticket Price: 400 JPY

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-3 Hours

Location: Kumamoto-ken, Kumamoto-shi, Chūō-ku, Suizenji Kōen, 8−1

Kumamoto Suizenji Chengyu Garden was built in the 17th century, covering an area of 70,000 square meters. It was created by the lord Hosokawa Takatori when he called "Kumamoto" "Higo" at that time. It was originally only set up as a private garden "Kokufu Imperial Tea House", and after the careful maintenance and planning and expansion of Hosokawa Tsunaru, it has the scale it is today. Kumamoto Suizenji Chengquyuan is named Chengquyuan from Tao Yuanming's poem "Returning and Returning". Walking in Kumamoto Suizenji Chengqu Garden, you can see green trees and flowers, and feel the relaxed mood. The beautiful artificial landscape sets off Suizenji very neatly and beautifully. The pool in the garden is gushing out. Flowing water from the Aso Mountains. In addition, there are ancient and modern teaching rooms, small bridges, ponds, tall torii gates, etc., making Suizenji a beautiful and interesting garden, like a garden that gathers interest; there are sweet and clear in Izumi Shrine. The spring water is called "Water of Longevity", and it is also a scene in Suizenji Temple. Because of its elegant environment and pleasant scenery, it attracts many people to come to watch it. Therefore, Kumamoto Suizenji Chengqu Garden is one of the famous beautiful scenic spots in Japan.

Reviews from Real Guests:

도시맘: It's a baby Japanese garden, but it's pretty, but it's really smaller than I thought.

Day 1 | Evening

Don’t forget to book Ryotei Matsuya Honkan Suizenji in advance, because all the tourists head to Suizenji Jojuen Garden love staying at it.

Ryotei Matsuya Honkan Suizenji

Ryotei Matsuya Honkan Suizenji offers both Japanese and Western-style accommodations with a flat-screen TV and free wired internet access. Guests can request for relaxing massages and bathe in the public baths. JR Suizenji Train Station is a 15-minute walk away. The air-conditioned rooms include a safety deposit box, a fridge and an electric kettle with green tea bags. Rooms come with a private toilet, a shower and a bathrobe for all guests. Some rooms have a bathtub and tatami (woven-straw) area. Dry cleaning services and a safety deposit box are available at the 24-hour front desk. Drink vending machines are on-site and guests can request for room services. A traditional multi-course meal is served for dinner and a Japanese set-menu for breakfast. All meals are served at the dining room on the 3rd floor. Suizenji Ryotei Honkan Matsuya is a 5-minute walk from Suizenji Park and a 15-minute drive from Kumamoto Castle. JR Kumamoto Train Station is a 30-minute train ride away.

Day 2 | Morning

Sakuranobaba Josaien

Opening Hours: Open on Mon-Fri,9:00am-7:00pm;Open on Sat-Sun,9:00am-8:00pm

Ticket Price: 300 JPY

Recommended Length of Stay: 3-3 Hours

Location: 1-11 Ninomaru, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto 860-0008, Kumamoto Prefecture

Sakura no Horse Farm·City Saiin is an area below Kumamoto Castle. It mainly focuses on folk experiences and Kumamoto food and souvenirs. "Wakuwakuza" mainly provides historical and cultural experience services. The first floor is an exhibition hall of ancient and modern history. Through live and digital reproduction, visitors can return to the era of Kiyomasa Kato, the founder of Kumamoto Castle. The second floor is the performance hall, where historical dramas are regularly performed. "Sakura Koji" reproduces the street scene of the Edo period, and brings together 23 local dishes selected in Kumamoto Prefecture. Visitors can enjoy gourmet food in this nostalgic district, and there are many souvenir shops that can be brought back as souvenirs. hand letter.

Day 2 | Afternoon

When time permits after visiting Sakuranobaba Josaien, don’t forget pay a visit to Minami Aso Railway.

Minami Aso Railway

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours

Ticket Price: 180 JPY

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-3 Hours

Location: Takamori Station, Aso-gun

Minamiaso Railway (みなみあそてつどう), a railway company established by the local government along the Takamori Line of the Kumamoto Prefecture Former National Railway Designated Local Railway Line. Headquarters location: Takamori 1537-2, Takamori Town, Aso County, Kumamoto Prefecture. There is the longest station name in Japan on the Takamori line, called "Minami Aso Shui no Sheng ま れ る ri Shirasu Kogen Station" Transportation: From Kyushu Expressway Kumamoto IC along National Road 57 No. 325 towards Aso, National Highway 325 towards Takamori to Minami Aso Village.

Day 2 | Evening

Looking for a bed nearby after finishing your journey at Minami Aso Railway? Ref Kumamoto by Vessel Hotels is one of your top choices.

Ref Kumamoto by Vessel Hotels

Whether it's yourself or your family. Make a full day of breakfast. Relax in the leisurely room and have a convenient location. Meticulous and considerate service. I look forward to the smile that you and your family can't help, and the approval that will come again. You, your family, and the hotel loved by this city. Bessel made an appointment with you.

Day 3 | Morning

Kumamon Square

Opening Hours: Open from 10:00am-5:00pm

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-1 Hours

Location: 8-2 Tetorihoncho, Chuo-Ku | 1f, Kumamoto 860-8554, Kumamoto Prefecture

The Kumamoto Bear Office is located at Kumamon Square in Tsuruya Department Store, which is mainly sold around. Kumamoto Bear is the mascot of Kumamoto Prefecture, which is now popular in Asia. Here is his home and office. He is open to visitors from time to time, and there are about half an hour of performances at certain times of the week.

Reviews from Real Guests:

DavidC: The office of the Minister of Kumamoto can see the Minister and take pictures

Day 3 | Afternoon

Kumamoto Prefectural Museum of Art nearby is the top choice before you leave Kumamon Square and hit the road.

Kumamoto Prefectural Museum of Art

Opening Hours: Open on Tue-Sun,9:30am-5:15pm

Recommended Length of Stay: 1.0-2.0 Hours

Location: 2 Ninomaru, Kumamoto 860-0008, Kumamoto Prefecture

The Kumamoto Prefectural Art Museum is located in the Nimaru Park of Kumamoto Castle. It opened in March 1976 and displays exhibits ranging from ancient Japanese to modern art such as archaeology, painting, printmaking, sculpture, craftsmanship, and ink. The most distinctive feature of the exhibits is the decorative kofun room, which is also the permanent exhibition hall of the museum, showing the beauty of ancient Japanese modeling as the origin of Japanese art. In addition to the permanent exhibition halls, there are "Kuqing Bunko" and "Hamada Exhibition Room".

Day 3 | Evening

Don’t forget to book THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO in advance, because all the tourists head to Kumamoto Prefectural Museum of Art love staying at it.

THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO

It is ideal as a base for sightseeing not only in Kumamoto city but also in Kumamoto prefecture. Located on the 9th to 12th floors of Amu Plaza Kumamoto, you can enjoy the cityscape of Kumamoto. A restaurant where you can enjoy dishes made with carefully selected ingredients from all over Kyushu, including Kumamoto, a fitness room where light shines through the skylight, and a large communal bath with a garden where you can feel the nature. Doing. Large guest rooms with an average of 27 m2 (wall core area) that image the nature of Kumamoto. All rooms have separate baths or shower booths and toilets, and are fully equipped with mirroring TVs, Simmons beds, Imabari towels, etc. to ensure a comfortable stay for our guests.

Day 4 | Morning

kamitori shopping street

Location: Japan, 〒860-0845 Kumamoto, Chuo Ward, Kamitō richō, 1-19 Daishin 7th Building 1st floor

Reviews from Real Guests:

Trip.com User: I enjoy coming back to school.

Day 4 | Afternoon

Now we come to another great highlight in the city: Kumamoto City Hall.

Kumamoto City Hall

Opening Hours: Open on Mon-Thu,Sun,8:30am-5:15pm

Location: 1-1 Tetorihoncho | 14th Floor, Kumamoto 860-8601, Kumamoto Prefecture

This is the observation floor on the 14th floor of the City Hall. Entering the City Hall elevator elevator leads to the top floor. You can clearly see the whole picture of the entire Kumamoto Castle through the window. Although some collapsed after the earthquake, it is not difficult to see the magnificent scenery of Kumamoto Castle. .

Reviews from Real Guests:

Trip.com User: so cool

Day 4 | Evening

Don’t forget to book FAV HOTEL KUMAMOTO in advance, because all the tourists head to Kumamoto City Hall love staying at it.

FAV HOTEL KUMAMOTO

Boasting a restaurant, FAV HOTEL KUMAMOTO is located in Hanabatamachi. This 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. The hotel has family rooms. The units in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV. At FAV HOTEL KUMAMOTO every room has bed linen and towels. Unzen is 48 km from the accommodation, while Kumamoto is 3.5 km away. The nearest airport is Kumamoto Airport, 15 km from the property.

Day 5 | Morning

Fujisakihachimangu

Opening Hours: Open from 8:30am-5:00pm

Recommended Length of Stay: 1.0-2.0 Hours

Location: 3-1 Igawabuchimachi, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto-shi, Kumamoto

Fujisaki Hachimangu Shrine is located in the Chuo Ward of Kumamoto City. It is the chief shrine of Kumamoto, so many Kumamoto locals come to visit here. The current Fujisaki Hachiman Shrine was rebuilt later. Fujisaki Hachimangu Shrine mainly enshrines the Emperor Ogami, in addition, the Empress Shengong and the three gods Sumiyoshi are also enshrined. The seated statue of Hachiman God and Goddess in the shrine are National Important Cultural Properties of Japan.

Day 5 | Afternoon

When time permits after visiting Fujisakihachimangu, don’t forget pay a visit to Kami-Kumamoto Station.

Kami-Kumamoto Station

Opening Hours: Open from 5:20am-11:50pm

Recommended Length of Stay: 1.0-2.0 Hours

Location: 2-18-1 Kami Kumamoto Nishi-kuJR Kyushu Railway 860-0079

Kumamoto Station is a railway station of Kyushu Passenger Railway, Japan Cargo Railway and Kumamoto City Transportation Bureau, located in Kasuga 3-chome, Nishi Ward, Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture. This station is the central station of Kumamoto City, where the Kumamoto Prefectural Office is located, and all trains stop at this station.

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