Minami Ward Travel Guide
Kumamoto
Visit Minami Ward
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.
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.
Musashizuka Park
After visiting Musashizuka Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kumamoto. Amble around the area's parks or visit its temples.
Things to do
Kumamoto Castle Kusasenri and Aso Crater Tour in Fukuoka/Kumamoto
Kumamoto Castle Walking Tour with Local Guide
Kumamoto: SPACE Nightclub Admission Ticket (For Foreign)
Kumamoto Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Kumamoto : Tonkotsu Ramen Guided Tour with 2 Bowls of Ramen
Kumamoto Castle, Samurai Legacy & Restoration Tour
Top hotels in Minami Ward
Hotel New Gaea Nishi Kumamoto Ekimae
THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO
"Conveniently located hotel with direct internal access from the train station. The building and the room were well-presented, clean, and well-maintained. The lobby and restaurant overlook a beautifully maintained garden and pond. Staff members were very friendly and helpful. Thank you for a great ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Kumamoto Hotel Castle
"Staff services are excellent!"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Candeo Hotels Kumamoto Shinshigai
"Very convenient to transportation and shops/restaurants. Spacious rooms."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Dormy Inn Kumamoto Natural Hot Spring
"Dirty and bad smelling room Auto on/off lights look terrible and scary Shower head can't be turned towards the wall side，water moves to outside and make full of water on the washroom Toilet paper side was not cleaned at all with full of dust"
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Nest Hotel Kumamoto
"Space could be improved. The rooms are tiny. The tub leaked and flooded floor during a bath. So tubs aren’t sealed. It is located in downtown Kumamoto 10-15 min walk from Kumamoto Castle"
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Minami Ward
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.
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.
Shinshigai
If you're spending some time in Shinshigai, Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Shimotori Shopping Arcade are top sights worth seeing.
Shimotori
If you're spending some time in Shimotori, Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Shimotori Shopping Arcade are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
