Chuo Ward
Kumamoto
Popular places to visit
Kumamoto Castle
You can find out about the history of Kumamoto with a stop at 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 find the perfect gifts to bring home at Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street. Amble around the area's parks or visit its 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 trip to 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.
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
Kumamoto Castel, Mount Aso and Kusasenrigahama Tour from Fukuoka
Kyushu Kumamoto Josaien Kimono Rental Private Experience
Kyushu Kumamoto Suizenji Kimono Rental Private Experience
Kumamoto Castle Kusasenrigahama and Mount Aso tour from Fukuoka
Kumamoto Castle Kusasenri and Aso Crater Tour in Fukuoka/Kumamoto
Discover the Heart of Kyushu with Aso Adventure Tour from Fukuoka
Top hotels in Chuo Ward
KOKO HOTEL Premier Kumamoto
One of my favorite hotels in Kumamoto. If they provided a self-service laundry facility, it would be my most favorite
Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026
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 Jan 19, 2026
REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS
いつも熊本に泊まる時はここ一択！ 温泉もサウナも最高！！
Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026
OMO5 Kumamoto by Hoshino Resorts
Great location
Reviewed on Nov 21, 2025
HOTEL MYSTAYS Kumamoto Riverside
Great location and very central to shops and castle
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
Dormy Inn Kumamoto Natural Hot Spring
Great onsen
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chuo Ward
Kuhonji
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Kuhonji and surrounding area, you can visit Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Contemporary Art Museum Kumamoto.
Suidocho
Though Suidocho might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Contemporary Art Museum Kumamoto and Kumamoto City Hall.
Shimotori
While visiting Shimotori, you might make a stop by sights like Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Shimotori Shopping Arcade.
Shinshigai
While visiting Shinshigai, you might make a stop by sights like Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Shimotori Shopping Arcade.
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.
