Shinshigai
Kumamoto
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Kumamoto Zoo and Botanical Garden
Why not visit the native and exotic animals who call Kumamoto Zoo and Botanical Garden home during your holiday 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.
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.
Things to do
Kyushu Kumamoto Josaien Kimono Rental Private Experience
Kyushu Kumamoto Suizenji Kimono Rental Private Experience
Fukuoka: Mount Aso Volcano, Kumamoto Castle, Grasslands Day Tour
Top hotels in Shinshigai
Candeo Hotels Kumamoto Shinshigai
Very nice hotel - everything was great although the quad room with 4 beds is best for 4 people, not six. We were travelling with kids but the beds were a bit narrow (they’re basically sized in between a single and a double). Worked out okay as we’re small people. The room was very nice though!
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Richmond Hotel Kumamoto Shinshigai
Great
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS
Reception were very friendly and helpful. The location was very central, which unfortunately resulted in higher parking costs overnight. The internet was excellent, and a coin laundry was available. We didn't worry about the hot baths. The only real negative was the minimal space for suitcases. This ...
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Toyoko Inn Kumamoto Shin Shigai
The location is right quite far from the main station but is conveniently located for sightseeing.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Kumamoto Tokyu REI Hotel
Comfort Hotel Kumamoto Shinshigai
Other neighbourhoods around Shinshigai
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.
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.