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.
Top hotels in Chuo Ward
Nest Hotel Kumamoto
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kumamoto
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025
Dormy Inn Kumamoto Natural Hot Spring
Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025
CANDEO HOTELS KUMAMOTO SHINSHIGAI
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025
HOTEL MYSTAYS Kumamoto Riverside
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025
SOTETSU GRAND FRESA KUMAMOTO
Reviewed on 29 Sept 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.
Chuo Ward Travel Guide
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- Kumamoto Castle
- Sakura Machi Kumamoto
- Kumamoto City Hall
- Suizenji Gardens
- Contemporary Art Museum Kumamoto
- Sakura-no-baba Josaien
- Kokai Shopping Street
- Kumamoto Prefectural Traditional Crafts Centre
- Catholic Tetori Church
- Izumi Shrine
- Kumamoto Prefectural Art Museum
- Monkey D. Luffy Statue
- Kumamoto Suizenji Stadium
- Shimotori Shopping Arcade
- Former Residence of Natsume Soseki
- Kumamoto City Museum
- Kitaoka Nature Park
- Kumamon Square
- Lake Ezu
