Nishi Ward Travel Guide
Kumamoto
Visit Nishi Ward
Popular places to visit
Honmyo-ji Temple
After visiting Honmyo-ji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Hanazono. Wander the parks or discover the area's hot springs.
Reigando Temple
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Reigando Temple during your travels in Kumamoto. Discover the area's hot springs and temples.
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.
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 Station Tourist Information Center
Kumamoto Station Tourist Information Center is just one of the places to see in Kumamoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the parks or discover the area's hot springs.
Top hotels in Nishi Ward
THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO
I have left a note written in Japanese to replace the air-purifier since it generated noise. However, the request was ignored.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
ONE STATION HOTEL KUMAMOTO
Room is very spacious and location is great
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Toyoko Inn Kumamoto Ekimae
Room is clean. Staff is helpful. Very convenient to the train station
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Hotel Route-Inn Kumamoto Ekimae
Convenient location near the JR Station.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
HOTEL THE GATE KUMAMOTO - Hostel
Affordable
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Nest Hotel Kumamoto
Great!
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Nishi Ward
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
