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.

Suizenji Gardens
Find out about the history of Kumamoto when you take a trip to Suizenji Gardens. 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.

Yakumo Koizumi Old House in Kumamoto
You can find out about the history of Kumamoto when you stop by Yakumo Koizumi Old House in Kumamoto. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Sakura Machi Kumamoto
You can enjoy retail therapy at Sakura Machi Kumamoto during your visit to Kumamoto.
Kumamoto-jo Hall
Learn about the events happening in Kumamoto-jo Hall during your trip to Kumamoto.
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

E-Bike Journey Across Mt. Aso from Kumamoto Airport
Top hotels in Chuo Ward

Nest Hotel Kumamoto
Great!
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

Dormy Inn Kumamoto Natural Hot Spring
Room was clean, staff was nice!
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025

CANDEO HOTELS KUMAMOTO SHINSHIGAI
Lovely clean rooms, Good size, relaxing spa , great location and friendly spa. Can’t fault. Great value for money.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025

HOTEL MYSTAYS Kumamoto Riverside
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kumamoto
Nice staff, good location, very good breakfast.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025

Natural Hot Spring Higo no Yu Onyado Nono Kumamoto
スタッフの対応が素晴らしかった。 笑顔あり、言葉使い良さ、タクシーの手配もスムーズに手配してもらえて嬉しいです。
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
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 Kumamoto Prefectural Office.

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.
