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You might like the nightly rates at this top lodging option in the area, which has positive reviews from our customers: Hotel Seaside Shimabara - 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from the heart of Shimabara. Located within a 20-minute walk of Kumamoto Castle. You can take advantage of free WiFi, a restaurant, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.

The weather is important when you’re experiencing new places, so here’s a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 77°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 47°F. The rainiest months in Shimabara are June, July, August, and May, with each month seeing an average of 13 inches of rainfall.

Depending on your interests, you might like to explore some places near Shimabara. Get out into nature with places like Shimabara Sports Park, Mount Unzen, and Unzen-Amakusa National Park. Cultural attractions include Mt Unzen Disaster Memorial Hall, Unzen Toy Museum, and Vidoro Museum. Visit landmarks like Shimabara Castle, Hinoe Castle, and Misumi West Port.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Shimabara in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Amakusa Airport (AXJ), 24.8 mi (40 km) from the city center. Another option is Ariake Saga Airport (HSG), situated 25.5 mi (41 km) away. After you’ve arrived, you may want to make use of public transit. Train stations like Shimatetsu honshamae station and Shimabaragaiko station make it easy to see more of the area.