Chuo Ward
Kumamoto
Popular places to visit
Kumamoto Castle
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.
Kumamoto City Hall
Kumamoto City Hall is just one of the places to see in Kumamoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's parks or visit its temples.
Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street
During your visit to Kumamoto, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street. Amble around the area's parks or visit its temples.
Izumi Shrine
After visiting Izumi Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kumamoto. Discover the area's hot springs and temples.
Kumamoto Prefectural Traditional Crafts Centre
You can browse the exhibits at Kumamoto Prefectural Traditional Crafts Centre, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Kumamoto. Amble around the area's parks or visit its temples.
Catholic Tetori Church
Catholic Tetori Church is just one of the places to see in Kumamoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Things to do
Josaien Kimono Rental and Dressing Private Experience
Kyushu Kumamoto Suizenji Kimono Rental Private Experience
Fukuoka: Mount Aso Volcano, Kumamoto Castle, Grasslands Day Tour
Kumamoto Castle Kusasenrigahama and Mount Aso tour from Fukuoka
Kumamoto Castle Kusasenri and Aso Crater Tour in Fukuoka/Kumamoto
Kumamoto and Mount Aso Day Tour from Fukuoka Return by Aso Train
Top hotels in Chuo Ward
Nest Hotel Kumamoto
Great!
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025
CANDEO HOTELS KUMAMOTO SHINSHIGAI
ホテル内全般、室内、大浴場含め 大変清掃が行き届いていました。 朝の清掃スタッフの皆さんの挨拶含め、対応は素晴らしかったです。
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
KOKO HOTEL Premier Kumamoto
The staff was fantastic. Rooms were super clean.
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Dormy Inn Kumamoto Natural Hot Spring
Great onsen
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
OMO5 Kumamoto by Hoshino Resorts
Great location
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS
Great size of room, good location.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chuo Ward
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.
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.
Shimotori
If you're spending some time in Shimotori, Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Shimotori Shopping Arcade are top sights worth seeing.
Shinshigai
If you're spending some time in Shinshigai, Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Shimotori Shopping Arcade are top sights worth seeing.
Suizenji
While visiting Suizenji, you might make a stop by sights like Suizenji Gardens and Monkey D. Luffy Statue.
Tamukaemachi Oaza Tainoshima
While there might not be top attractions in Tamukaemachi Oaza Tainoshima, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kumamoto Zoo and Botanical Garden and Suizenji Gardens.
