Visit Higashi Ward
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.
KKWing Stadium
Catch an event at KKWing Stadium during your trip to Kumamoto. Discover the area's hot springs and temples.
Kumamoto Zoo and Botanical Garden
Why not visit the native and exotic animals who call Kumamoto Zoo and Botanical Garden home during your holiday in Kumamoto? Discover the area's hot springs and temples.
Suizenji Ezuko Park
After visiting Suizenji Ezuko Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kumamoto. Discover the area's hot springs and temples.
Kengun Shrine
After visiting Kengun Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kumamoto. Discover the area's hot springs and temples.
Activities
Josaien Kimono Rental and Dressing Private Experience
Kumamoto Castle Kusasenrigahama and Mount Aso tour from Fukuoka
Kumamoto Castle Kusasenri and Aso Crater Tour in Fukuoka/Kumamoto
E-Bike Journey Across Mt. Aso from Kumamoto Airport
Kumamoto and Mount Aso Day Tour from Fukuoka Return by Aso Train
Kumamoto: Kumamoto Castle Guided Walking Tour 90min
Our pick of the best Higashi Ward Hotel Deals
THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO
A premier hotel right at the Kumamoto Station. I have stayed here many times, and enjoyed it very much each time. It's a ways from the other bustling areas, but the tram is very convenient. The station complex and the shopping center where the hotel is located are themselves self-sufficient.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Nest Hotel Kumamoto
Great!
Reviewed on 20 June 2025
CANDEO HOTELS KUMAMOTO SHINSHIGAI
Nice size room
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
KOKO HOTEL Premier Kumamoto
It's a premier hotel inside the Sakuramachi shopping center. The central bus terminal is in the building as well. It's 10-15 minutes walk to Kumamoto Castle and Tsuruya department store. If it had a self-service laundry, it would be perfect!
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kumamoto
Nice staff, good location, very good breakfast.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Dormy Inn Kumamoto Natural Hot Spring
Great onsen
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Higashi Ward
Suizenji
While visiting Suizenji, you might make a stop by sights like Suizenji Gardens and Monkey D. Luffy Statue.
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
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.
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.
