Nishi Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Nishi Ward
Popular places to visit
Honmyo-ji Temple
After visiting Honmyo-ji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Hanazono. Wander the parks or discover the area's hot springs.
Reigando Temple
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Reigando Temple during your travels in Kumamoto. Discover the area's hot springs and temples.
Kumamoto Station Tourist Information Center
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.
Amu Plaza Kumamoto
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Amu Plaza Kumamoto during your trip to Kumamoto.
Kumamoto Shintoshin Plaza
Kumamoto Shintoshin Plaza is just one of the places to see in Kumamoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Takahashi Inari Shrine
Takahashi Inari Shrine is just one of the places to see in Kumamoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's hot springs and temples.
Activities
Josaien Kimono Rental and Dressing Private Experience
Kumamoto Castle Kusasenri and Aso Crater Tour in Fukuoka/Kumamoto
Kawashiri Craftsmens Tour Discover Sake Blades and Sweets
E-Bike Journey Across Mt. Aso from Kumamoto Airport
Kumamoto Castle Kusasenrigahama and Mount Aso tour from Fukuoka
Kumamoto and Mount Aso Day Tour from Fukuoka Return by Aso Train
Our pick of the best Nishi Ward Hotel Deals
THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO
Yes
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
ONE STATION HOTEL KUMAMOTO
Great food, friendly and helpful staff
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Toyoko Inn Kumamoto Ekimae
Good
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Hotel Route-Inn Kumamoto Ekimae
Convenient location near the JR Station.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
HOTEL THE GATE KUMAMOTO - Hostel
Affordable
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Nest Hotel Kumamoto
Great!
Reviewed on 20 June 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Nishi Ward
Shinshigai
If you're spending some time in Shinshigai, Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Shimotori Shopping Arcade are top sights worth seeing.
Shimotori
If you're spending some time in Shimotori, Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Shimotori Shopping Arcade are top sights worth seeing.
Suidocho
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 Contemporary Art Museum Kumamoto and Kumamoto City Hall.
Kuhonji
Though Kuhonji may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Contemporary Art Museum Kumamoto.
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.
Suizenji
While visiting Suizenji, you might make a stop by sights like Suizenji Gardens and Kumamoto Suizenji Stadium.
