Minami Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Minami 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.
Kumamoto City Hall
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.
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.
Kumamoto Prefectural Traditional Crafts Centre
You can browse the exhibits at Kumamoto Prefectural Traditional Crafts Centre, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Kumamoto. Amble around the area's parks or visit its 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.
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.
Activities
Kumamoto: Traditional Ikinari Dango Cooking Class
Kumamoto Castle Kusasenri and Aso Crater Tour in Fukuoka/Kumamoto
Kumamoto: Suizenji Park Guided Walking Tour with Tea
Kumamoto Castle, Samurai Legacy & Restoration Tour
Kumamoto Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Kumamoto Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Our pick of the best Minami Ward Hotel Deals
Hotel New Gaea Nishi Kumamoto Ekimae
THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO
"The hotel was at the station. It was very quiet and peaceful in the room. Access to the train, restaurants and convenience stores. Public bath was small but nice to have. Laundry had a wash and dry function and progress could be tracked with the TV"
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Kumamoto Hotel Castle
"Staff services are excellent!"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Candeo Hotels Kumamoto Shinshigai
"Very convenient to transportation and shops/restaurants. Spacious rooms."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Dormy Inn Kumamoto Natural Hot Spring
Nest Hotel Kumamoto
"Space could be improved. The rooms are tiny. The tub leaked and flooded floor during a bath. So tubs aren’t sealed. It is located in downtown Kumamoto 10-15 min walk from Kumamoto Castle"
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Minami Ward
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.
Nishi Ward
If you're spending some time in Nishi Ward, Amu Plaza Kumamoto and Kumamoto Shintoshin Plaza are top sights worth seeing.
Shinshigai
If you're spending some time in Shinshigai, Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Shimotori Shopping Arcade are top sights worth seeing.
Shimotori
If you're spending some time in Shimotori, Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Shimotori Shopping Arcade are top sights worth seeing.
Higashi Ward
While you're in Higashi Ward, take in top sights like KKWing Stadium and jump on the metro at Zoological and Botanical Gardens Entrance Tram Stop to see more of the city.
