Shinshigai Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Shinshigai
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.
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.
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.
Shimotori Shopping Arcade
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Shimotori Shopping Arcade during your trip to Kumamoto.
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.
Activities
Josaien Kimono Rental and Dressing Private Experience
Kumamoto Castle Kusasenri and Aso Crater Tour in Fukuoka/Kumamoto
Kumamoto Castle Kusasenrigahama and Mount Aso tour from Fukuoka
Kumamoto Castle Walking Tour with Local Guide
Kumamoto Castle Town Walking Tour with Local Guide
E-Bike Journey Across Mt. Aso from Kumamoto Airport
Our pick of the best Shinshigai Hotel Deals
CANDEO HOTELS KUMAMOTO SHINSHIGAI
Lovely clean rooms, Good size, relaxing spa , great location and friendly spa. Can’t fault. Great value for money.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS
The breakfast is excellent.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Richmond Hotel Kumamoto Shinshigai
Great
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Toyoko Inn Kumamoto Shin Shigai
Satisfactory. What more do you need. Space is compact if that is okay with you, then that's good enough.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Kumamoto Tokyu REI Hotel
혼자 여행하할때 이용하기 아주 좋습니다. 번화가랑 아주 가깝고 교통도 매우 편리합니다 주변 관광지와도 가깝습니다
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2024
Comfort Hotel Kumamoto Shinshigai
Toilet is too tiny to fit one person if you’re a little bit big. Check out time is 10am, while the other comparable hotels I stay in Kumamoto is 11am.
Reviewed on 5 May 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Shinshigai
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 Kumamoto Prefectural Office.
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.
