Chuo Ward Travel Guide
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.
Kumamoto-jo Hall
Learn about the events happening in Kumamoto-jo Hall during your trip to Kumamoto.
Sakura Machi Kumamoto
You can enjoy retail therapy at Sakura Machi Kumamoto during your visit to Kumamoto.
Things to do
Kyushu Kumamoto Suizenji Kimono Rental Private Experience
Josaien Kimono Rental and Dressing Private Experience
Kumamoto Castle Kusasenrigahama and Mount Aso tour from Fukuoka
Kumamoto Castle Kusasenri and Aso Crater Tour in Fukuoka/Kumamoto
Kumamoto Castle Town Walking Tour with Local Guide
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
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kumamoto
Excellent lication close to restaurants, shopping, and transportation! Friendly and kind staff!
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Dormy Inn Kumamoto Natural Hot Spring
Staff were help. I needs to move room due to a very loud snorer who woke me up at 2am and smell of cooking in the morning despite being on the 21th floor
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
CANDEO HOTELS KUMAMOTO SHINSHIGAI
Great location. Great services. We really enjoyed the sky spa. Parking down the road.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
HOTEL MYSTAYS Kumamoto Riverside
Convenient location, just 3 mins walk to the shopping street with many restaurants options. The tatami room is very nice! Parking is not quite friendly as it doesn’t allow to drive out once we parked, so please take this into consideration when you book this.
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025
SOTETSU GRAND FRESA KUMAMOTO
Nice Hotel and great location. Definitely will stay again in this Hotel.
Reviewed on 25 Oct 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 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.
