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.
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.
Shimotori Shopping Arcade
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Shimotori Shopping Arcade during your trip to Kumamoto.
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 Shimotori
SOTETSU GRAND FRESA KUMAMOTO
Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025
Daiwa Roynet Hotel KUMAMOTO GINZADORI PREMIER
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2025
Hotel Sunroute Kumamoto
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2022
Kumamoto Washington Hotel Plaza
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2018
Washington R&B Hotel Kumamoto Shimo-tori
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2019
THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Shimotori
Shinshigai
If you're spending some time in Shinshigai, 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.
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.
- Shimotori Shopping Arcade
- Kumamoto Castle
- Sakura Machi Kumamoto
- Aso Kuju National Park
- Kumamoto City Hall
- Kumamoto Station Tourist Information Center
- Grandmesse Kumamoto
- Kumamoto Airport Golf Course
- Suizenji Gardens
- Amu Plaza Kumamoto
- Aso Milk Ranch
- Contemporary Art Museum Kumamoto
- Mifune Dinosaur Museum
- Kumamoto Shintoshin Plaza
- Aso Farm Land
- Tsūjun Bridge
- Aqua Dome Kumamoto
- Sakura-no-baba Josaien
- Musashizuka Park
- Kokai Shopping Street