Nishi Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Nishi Ward
Popular places to visit
Reigando Temple
Learn about the local history of Kumamoto with a stop at Reigando Temple. Discover the area's hot springs and temples.
Honmyo-ji Temple
You can find out about the history of Hanazono with a trip to Honmyo-ji Temple. Amble around the area's parks or visit its temples.
Kumamoto Station Tourist Information Center
Kumamoto Station Tourist Information Center is just one of the places to see in Kumamoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the parks or discover the area's hot springs.
Amu Plaza Kumamoto
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Amu Plaza Kumamoto during your trip to Kumamoto.
Kumamoto Shintoshin Plaza
Kumamoto Shintoshin Plaza is just one of the places to see in Kumamoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Kakibaru Trout Hatchery
You can learn about the history of Hanazono with a stop at Kakibaru Trout Hatchery. Discover the area's hot springs and temples.
Activities
Josaien Kimono Rental and Dressing Private Experience
Kumamoto Castel, Mount Aso and Kusasenrigahama Tour from Fukuoka
Kumamoto Castle Kusasenrigahama and Mount Aso tour from Fukuoka
Kumamoto Castle Aso Volcano Kusasenri from Fukuoka and Kumamato
Kumamoto Castle Kusasenri and Aso Crater Tour in Fukuoka/Kumamoto
E-Bike Journey Across Mt. Aso from Kumamoto Airport
Our pick of the best Nishi Ward Hotel Deals
THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO
Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025
ONE STATION HOTEL KUMAMOTO
Reviewed on 9 Jun. 2025
Toyoko Inn Kumamoto Ekimae
Reviewed on 14 Jun. 2025
Hotel Route-Inn Kumamoto Ekimae
Reviewed on 27 Jun. 2025
HOTEL THE GATE KUMAMOTO - Hostel
Reviewed on 12 Apr. 2025
Nest Hotel Kumamoto
Reviewed on 20 Jun. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Nishi Ward
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.
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.
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.
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.
Suizenji
While visiting Suizenji, you might make a stop by sights like Suizenji Gardens and Monkey D. Luffy Statue.