Chuo Ward
Kumamoto
Popular places to visit
Kumamoto Castle
You can find out about the history of Kumamoto with a stop at Kumamoto Castle. Wander the parks or discover the area's hot springs.
Suizenji Gardens
Find out about the history of Kumamoto when you spend time at 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 with a visit to 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 at Kumamoto-jo Hall during your trip to Kumamoto.
Sakura Machi Kumamoto
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Sakura Machi Kumamoto during your trip to Kumamoto.
Chuo Ward Hotel Deals
Nest Hotel Kumamoto
Great!
Reviewed on 20 June 2025
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kumamoto
Excellent lication close to restaurants, shopping, and transportation! Friendly and kind staff!
Reviewed on 23 October 2025
Dormy Inn Kumamoto Natural Hot Spring
Staff were help. I needs to move room due to a very loud snorer who woke me up at 2am and smell of cooking in the morning despite being on the 21th floor
Reviewed on 17 October 2025
CANDEO HOTELS KUMAMOTO SHINSHIGAI
Very satisfied and impressed
Reviewed on 26 October 2025
HOTEL MYSTAYS Kumamoto Riverside
Convenient location, just 3 mins walk to the shopping street with many restaurants options. The tatami room is very nice! Parking is not quite friendly as it doesn’t allow to drive out once we parked, so please take this into consideration when you book this.
Reviewed on 28 June 2025
SOTETSU GRAND FRESA KUMAMOTO
Our stay is above expectations. Room size is good. Beds are comfortable. Location is good, with easy access to local tram and walking distance to Kumamoto Castle. Very close to Ginza shopping arcade. Breakfast was very good as well. Will definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 28 October 2025
Other neighborhoods around Chuo Ward
Kuhonji
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Kuhonji and surrounding area, you can visit Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Contemporary Art Museum Kumamoto.
Suidocho
Though Suidocho might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Contemporary Art Museum Kumamoto and Kumamoto City Hall.
Shimotori
While visiting Shimotori, you might make a stop by sights like Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Shimotori Shopping Arcade.
Shinshigai
While visiting Shinshigai, you might make a stop by sights like Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Shimotori Shopping Arcade.
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
- Places of interest
- Chuo Ward Hotels by Star Rating
- Hotels in top Kumamoto neighborhoods
- Chuo Ward Hotels by Brand
- Kumamoto Castle
- Kumamoto-jo Hall
- Sakura Machi Kumamoto
- Kumamoto City Hall
- Suizenji Gardens
- Contemporary Art Museum Kumamoto
- Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street
- Sakura-no-baba Josaien
- Kokai Shopping Street
- Kumamoto Prefectural Traditional Crafts Centre
- Catholic Tetori Church
- Izumi Shrine
- Kumamoto Prefectural Art Museum
- Kumamoto Suizenji Stadium
- Kenritsu Library
- Yakumo Koizumi Old House in Kumamoto
- Memorial Museum of the Fifth High School
- Fujisaki Hachimangu
- Kato Shrine
- Hosokawa Gyobutei
- Former Residence of Natsume Soseki
- Kitaoka Nature Park
- Tatsuta Nature Park
- Kumamon Square
