Kuhonji Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Kumamoto Castle

Kumamoto Castle

4.5/5(7 reviews)

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.

Kumamoto Castle
Suizenji Gardens

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.

Suizenji Gardens

Kumamoto-jo Hall

Learn about the events happening in Kumamoto-jo Hall during your trip to Kumamoto.

Kumamoto-jo Hall

Sakura Machi Kumamoto

You can enjoy retail therapy at Sakura Machi Kumamoto during your visit to Kumamoto.

Sakura Machi Kumamoto

Kumamoto City Hall

5/5(1 review)

Kumamoto City Hall is just one of the places to see in Kumamoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's parks or visit its temples.

Kumamoto City Hall

KKWing Stadium

Catch an event at KKWing Stadium during your trip to Kumamoto. Discover the area's hot springs and temples.

KKWing Stadium

Activities

Our store is located in Josaien, a tourist facility located right next to Kumamoto Castle, the symbol of Kumamoto.

Josaien Kimono Rental and Dressing Private Experience

AU$55
per adult
Josaien Kimono Rental and Dressing Private Experience
In the huge crater with a circumference of 4 kilometers, you can observe the strong white smoke from a close distance.

Kumamoto Castle Kusasenri and Aso Crater Tour in Fukuoka/Kumamoto

AU$120
per adult
Kumamoto Castle Kusasenri and Aso Crater Tour in Fukuoka/Kumamoto
Kumamoto Castle, Mount Aso, and Kurokawa Onsen Tour from Fukuaka

Kumamoto Castle Kusasenrigahama and Mount Aso tour from Fukuoka

AU$162
per adult
Kumamoto Castle Kusasenrigahama and Mount Aso tour from Fukuoka
A guide who grew up in the area will provide an easy-to-understand and brief explanation about the attractions of Kumamoto Castle, which is considered one of Japan's top three castles.

Kumamoto Castle Walking Tour with Local Guide

AU$149
per adult
Kumamoto Castle Walking Tour with Local Guide
Kumamoto: Kumamoto Castle, Kato Shrine, & Museum Tour 3h

Kumamoto: Kumamoto Castle, Kato Shrine, & Museum Tour 3h

AU$186
per adult
Kumamoto: Kumamoto Castle, Kato Shrine, & Museum Tour 3h
The area surrounding Kumamoto Castle is home to a historic town steeped in culture.

Kumamoto Castle Town Walking Tour with Local Guide

AU$149
per adult
Kumamoto Castle Town Walking Tour with Local Guide
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Our pick of the best Kuhonji Hotel Deals

THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO

THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO

4 out of 5
3-15-26 Kasuga, Nishi-ku, Kumamoto, Kumamoto
The price is AU$184 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
AU$184
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,710 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel. Classy, clean and great ambiance. Offers great shopping options on several levels of the hotel. Right next to train station making everything so convenient. Staff team was very helpful. Breakfast buffet excellent. There are other food options on the 4th Floor or in the train ..."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO
Nest Hotel Kumamoto

Nest Hotel Kumamoto

3 out of 5
4-39 Karashima-cho, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto, Kumamoto-ken
The price is AU$48 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$48
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Great!"

Reviewed on 20 June 2025

Nest Hotel Kumamoto
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kumamoto

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kumamoto

4 out of 5
1-20, Kouya Imamachi, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto, Kumamoto
The price is AU$87 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
AU$87
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Room is clean, comfortable environment, staff are friendly"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kumamoto
Dormy Inn Kumamoto Natural Hot Spring

Dormy Inn Kumamoto Natural Hot Spring

3 out of 5
3-1 Karashima-Cho, Kumamoto, Kumamoto-ken
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$124 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
AU$124
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free WiFi, hot springs on site, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,017 reviews)
Just right
"Clean room. Nice staff. Great location."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Dormy Inn Kumamoto Natural Hot Spring
HOTEL MYSTAYS Kumamoto Riverside

HOTEL MYSTAYS Kumamoto Riverside

3 out of 5
4-12 Kouya-Ima-machi, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto, Kumamoto-ken
The price is AU$69 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$69
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (737 reviews)
"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

HOTEL MYSTAYS Kumamoto Riverside
CANDEO HOTELS KUMAMOTO SHINSHIGAI

CANDEO HOTELS KUMAMOTO SHINSHIGAI

3.5 out of 5
8-7 Shinshigai Chuo, Kumamoto, Kumamoto
The price is AU$153 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
AU$153
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (907 reviews)
"Comfortabel room . Staffs are kindly and nice"

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

CANDEO HOTELS KUMAMOTO SHINSHIGAI
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Other neighbourhoods around Kuhonji

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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.

Chuo Ward
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Suidocho

5/5(1 area review)

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.

Suidocho
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Shinshigai

If you're spending some time in Shinshigai, Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Shimotori Shopping Arcade are top sights worth seeing.

Shinshigai
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Shimotori

If you're spending some time in Shimotori, Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Shimotori Shopping Arcade are top sights worth seeing.

Shimotori
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Suizenji

5/5(1 area review)

While visiting Suizenji, you might make a stop by sights like Suizenji Gardens and Kumamoto Suizenji Stadium.

Suizenji
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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.

Tamukaemachi Oaza Tainoshima

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