Chuo Ward Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A traditional Japanese castle with multiple tiers and a prominent tower, surrounded by lush greenery and hills.
A wooden bridge leading to a traditional Japanese castle with autumn foliage.
A traditional Japanese castle with multi-tiered roofs, surrounded by autumn-colored trees and a stone wall.
A traditional Japanese castle with a prominent tower, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.
A traditional Japanese castle with golden autumn leaves, a stone lantern, and a clear sky.

Stay near popular Chuo Ward attractions

A traditional Japanese castle with multi-tiered roofs, surrounded by autumn-colored trees and a stone wall.

Kumamoto Castle

8.8/10 (1,243 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.
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Activities

Kumamoto: Traditional Ikinari Dango Cooking Class

Kumamoto: Traditional Ikinari Dango Cooking Class

NZ$37
per adult
Kumamoto: Traditional Ikinari Dango Cooking Class
Kumamoto Castle is also known as Ginkgo Castle.

Kumamoto Castle Kusasenri and Aso Crater Tour in Fukuoka/Kumamoto

NZ$152
per adult
Kumamoto Castle Kusasenri and Aso Crater Tour in Fukuoka/Kumamoto
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Our pick of the best Chuo Ward Hotel Deals

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kumamoto

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kumamoto

4 out of 5
1-20, Kouya Imamachi Kumamoto Kumamoto
The price is NZ$71 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$71
5 July - 6 July
Stay at this hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,001 reviews)
"It’s a very good option to stay in Kyoto"

Reviewed on 13 May 2026

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kumamoto
Kumamoto Hotel Castle

Kumamoto Hotel Castle

4 out of 5
4-2 Jyoto-machi, Chuo-ku Kumamoto Kumamoto
The price is NZ$57 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$57
5 July - 6 July
Stay at this hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Amazing stay with outstanding hospitality."

Reviewed on 25 June 2026

Kumamoto Hotel Castle
Candeo Hotels Kumamoto Shinshigai

Candeo Hotels Kumamoto Shinshigai

4 out of 5
8-7 Shinshigai Chuo Kumamoto Kumamoto
The price is NZ$126 per night from 12 July to 13 July
NZ$126
12 July - 13 July
Stay at this spa hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,043 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff was friendly and helpful. The cleaning ladies were nice and helpful too. We would go back again."

Reviewed on 15 June 2026

Candeo Hotels Kumamoto Shinshigai
Natural Hot Spring SUPER HOTEL Kumamoto Chamber of Commerce

Natural Hot Spring SUPER HOTEL Kumamoto Chamber of Commerce

3 out of 5
1-30-1 Uoyamachi Kumamoto Kumamoto
The price is NZ$107 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$107
26 July - 27 July
Stay at this hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, hot springs on-site and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very good! (502 reviews)
"The 9th floor room is pretty big. Very clean. Good for family to stay!"

Reviewed on 30 Nov 2024

Natural Hot Spring SUPER HOTEL Kumamoto Chamber of Commerce
fav KUMAMOTO

fav KUMAMOTO

3.5 out of 5
9-1 Kajiyamachi Chuo Ward Kumamoto Kumamoto
The price is NZ$125 per night from 8 July to 9 July
NZ$125
8 July - 9 July
Stay at this aparthotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (337 reviews)
"Love everything about the hotel! Good location, spacious room and friendly staff."

Reviewed on 25 June 2026

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Dormy Inn Kumamoto Natural Hot Spring

Dormy Inn Kumamoto Natural Hot Spring

3 out of 5
3-1 Karashima-Cho Kumamoto Kumamoto-ken
The price is NZ$119 per night from 8 July to 9 July
NZ$119
8 July - 9 July
Stay at this hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, hot springs on-site and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Dormy Inn Kumamoto Natural Hot Spring
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Our guide on where to stay in Chuo Ward

Find the best Chuo Ward areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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 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 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, Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Shimotori Shopping Arcade are top sights worth seeing.

A stadium with a large white dome and a cable-supported roof, surrounded by green fields and trees.
Photo by Motoki-jj
Open Photo by Motoki-jj

Higashi Ward

While you're in Higashi Ward, take in top sights like KKWing Stadium and jump on the metro at Zoological and Botanical Gardens Entrance Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Tamukaemachi Oaza Tainoshima

While there might not be top attractions in Tamukaemachi Oaza Tainoshima, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Suizenji Gardens and Kumamoto Zoo and Botanical Garden.

Chuo Ward Travel Guide

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