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Kumamoto Customised Private Tour with Licensed Guide

By Japan Guide Agency, JGA Inc.
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$352 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h+
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

  • Discover Kumamoto with a private guide and create your own itinerary
  • Explore the city’s top attractions, including Kumamoto Castle
  • Enjoy the flexibility of a private tour and see the sights at your own pace
  • Learn about the city’s history and culture from your knowledgeable guide
  • Customise your tour to suit your interests and preferences

Activity location

    • Kumamoto
    • Kumamoto, Kumamoto, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Kumamoto
    • Kumamoto, Kumamoto, Japan

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4-Hour Tour

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
NZ$351.50 x 1 AdultNZ$351.50
Total
Price is NZ$351.50

6-Hour Tour

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
NZ$500.62 x 1 AdultNZ$500.62
Total
Price is NZ$500.62

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Customisable tour: Choose 2–3 sites for a 4-hour tour or 3–4 sites for a 6-hour tour.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Kumamoto City
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Pick up at Yatsuhiro Port
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Private Vehicle
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Transport fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses

What you can expect

Meet your guide and set off on a walking journey through Kumamoto. Choose your must-see spots from a list of attractions and create a customised itinerary that suits your interests.

Explore the city’s greatest landmark, Kumamoto-jo Castle, and discover a tempting collection of restaurants, bars, and shops nearby. Enjoy the perfect balance between a bustling city and tranquil countryside.

Benefit from the knowledge and expertise of a government-licensed and experienced English-speaking tour guide. Learn about Japanese culture and history as you explore the city.

Choose 2 to 3 sites for a 4-hour tour. If you are on a 6 hour tour, you can see 3 to 4 sites. Please inform your guide post booking of the sites you would like to see from the list below:
Kumamoto Castle
Suizenji Jojuen Garden
Former Hosokawa Mansion
Lafcadio Hearn House
Sakuranobaba Josaien Tourist Information Centre
Shimotori Shotengai
Contemporary Art Museum Kumamoto
Hanaokayama Park
Soseki Natsume Uchitsuboi Old House
Kumamoto Prefectural Traditional Crafts Centre
Shimada Museum of Arts

——————————————————————————–Suggested Itinerary for 6hours

  • 9:00 AM – Meet at Kumamoto Station
  • 9:20 AM – Kumamoto Castle
    Explore one of Japan’s most impressive historic castles, known for its magnificent stone walls and rich samurai history.
  • 10:40 AM – Sakuranobaba Josaien
    A charming cultural and shopping area featuring local specialities, souvenirs, and traditional Kumamoto cuisine.
  • 12:00 PM – Lunch Break
  • 1:00 PM – Suizenji Jojuen Garden
    Stroll through a beautiful traditional Japanese garden, featuring a picturesque pond and miniature landscapes inspired by Japan’s famous scenery.
  • 2:30 PM – Return to Kumamoto Station
  • 3:00 PM – Tour ends at Kumamoto Station

Location

Activity location

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    • Kumamoto
    • Kumamoto, Kumamoto, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Kumamoto
    • Kumamoto, Kumamoto, Japan