Shimotori Travel Guide

Kumamoto

A busy urban street with modern buildings, a tram, and pedestrians.
A cityscape with mountains in the background, a park with trees, and buildings.
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A bowl of ramen with pork slices, a soft-boiled egg, and seaweed garnish.

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Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street

8.6/10 (48 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Kumamoto Castle is also known as Ginkgo Castle.

Kumamoto Castle Kusasenri and Aso Crater Tour in Fukuoka/Kumamoto

Rp1.589.451
per adult
Kumamoto Castle Kusasenri and Aso Crater Tour in Fukuoka/Kumamoto
Kumamoto: Traditional Ikinari Dango Cooking Class

Kumamoto: Traditional Ikinari Dango Cooking Class

Rp386.917
per adult
Kumamoto: Traditional Ikinari Dango Cooking Class
Kumamoto: SPACE Nightclub Admission Ticket

Kumamoto: SPACE Nightclub Admission Ticket (For Foreign)

Rp110.548
per adult
Kumamoto: SPACE Nightclub Admission Ticket (For Foreign)
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Top hotels in Shimotori

SOTETSU GRAND FRESA KUMAMOTO

SOTETSU GRAND FRESA KUMAMOTO

3.5 out of 5
2-2-23 Shimotori, Chuo Ward Kumamoto Kumamoto
The price is Rp715.596 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
Rp715.596
Rp830.996 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Stay at this hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
SOTETSU GRAND FRESA KUMAMOTO
Daiwa Roynet Hotel KUMAMOTO GINZADORI PREMIER

Daiwa Roynet Hotel KUMAMOTO GINZADORI PREMIER

2.5 out of 5
1-chome-9-1 Shimotori Chuo Ward Kumamoto Kumamoto
The price is Rp1.340.015 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
Rp1.340.015
Rp1.517.958 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
Daiwa Roynet Hotel KUMAMOTO GINZADORI PREMIER
Kumamoto Washington Hotel Plaza

Kumamoto Washington Hotel Plaza

3 out of 5
2-3-10 Shimotori Kumamoto Kumamoto-ken
Stay at this hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Kumamoto Castle and Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping ...
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Kumamoto Washington Hotel Plaza
Washington R&B Hotel Kumamoto Shimo-tori

Washington R&B Hotel Kumamoto Shimo-tori

2.5 out of 5
2-2-18 Shimo-tori Kumamoto Kumamoto-ken
Stay at this hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Kumamoto Castle and Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping ...
7.8/10 Good! (237 reviews)
"The room too small no amenities"

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2019

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Washington R&B Hotel Kumamoto Shimo-tori
THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO

THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO

4 out of 5
15-26 Kasuga 3-chome, Nishi-ku Kumamoto Kumamoto Prefecture
The price is Rp1.498.283 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
Rp1.498.283
Rp1.692.063 total
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kumamoto

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kumamoto

4 out of 5
1-20, Kouya Imamachi Kumamoto Kumamoto
The price is Rp871.682 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
Rp871.682
Rp1.002.847 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Stay at this hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"Romm was very clean and nice. Breakfast buffet was good quality. Overall it was great place to stay."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2026

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kumamoto
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Where to stay in Shimotori

Find the best Shimotori areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A wooden bridge leading to a traditional Japanese castle with autumn foliage.

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.

A stone pathway leading to a traditional Japanese shrine with steps and stone lanterns.
Photo by Satoru Morimoto
Open Photo by Satoru Morimoto

Nishi Ward

If you're spending some time in Nishi Ward, Amu Plaza Kumamoto and Kumamoto Shintoshin Plaza are top sights worth seeing.

A busy urban street with modern buildings, a tram, and pedestrians.

Shinshigai

If you're spending some time in Shinshigai, Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Shimotori Shopping Arcade are top sights worth seeing.

A stadium with a large white dome and a cable-supported roof, surrounded by green fields and trees.
Photo by Motoki-jj
Open Photo by Motoki-jj

Higashi Ward

While you're in Higashi Ward, take in top sights like KKWing Stadium and jump on the metro at Zoological and Botanical Gardens Entrance Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Minami Ward

While there might not be top attractions in Minami Ward, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Aqua Dome Kumamoto and Aeon Mall Kumamoto Clair.

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