Title: Visit Shimotori: 2026 Shimotori, Kumamoto Travel Guide | Expedia.com

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# Shimotori

## Kumamoto

![Kumamoto_ShinshigaiShotengai_553248621562271767_08](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562271767/e3ccc749-dc7a-494b-8eb0-b3426ddf2a4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Kumamoto_ShinshigaiShotengai_553248621562271767_08](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562271767/e3ccc749-dc7a-494b-8eb0-b3426ddf2a4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Mount Kinpo (Kinpo-zan) in Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan, as seen from the Kumamoto Castle keep tower](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976007758/88107e80-a612-4c4b-8a74-c2b2774a6898.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

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## Visit Shimotori

Things to do

Hotels

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[Kumamoto Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Kumamoto.dx1858)

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### Popular places to visit

![Kumamoto_ShinshigaiShotengai_553248621562271767_08](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562271767/e3ccc749-dc7a-494b-8eb0-b3426ddf2a4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street

During your visit to Kumamoto, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street. Amble around the area's parks or visit its temples. 

[](https://expedia.com/Sunroad-Shinshigai-Shopping-Street-Chuo-Ward.d553248621562271767.Vacation-Attraction)

![0_175932014](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102818/fb4d5a91-69e7-4469-810b-f088f3d9ac2f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Kumamoto Castle

You can find out about the history of Kumamoto with a stop at Kumamoto Castle. Wander the parks or discover the area's hot springs. 

[](https://expedia.com/Kumamoto-Castle-Chuo-Ward.d6102818.Vacation-Attraction)

![Kumamoto_KumamotoCityHall_553248621532762754_04](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532762754/40e76bea-3196-46cc-9986-5bfaa56fab4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### 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. 

[](https://expedia.com/Kumamoto-City-Hall-Chuo-Ward.d553248621532762754.Vacation-Attraction)

![熊本県 江津湖](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1858/403c2e07-30fb-47f1-885d-c55719485e97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Kumamoto Zoo and Botanical Garden

Why not see the exotic and native animals who call Kumamoto Zoo and Botanical Garden home during your vacation in Kumamoto? Discover the area's hot springs and temples. 

[](https://expedia.com/Kumamoto-Zoo-And-Botanical-Garden-Higashi-Ward.d553248621532762767.Vacation-Attraction)

![Kumamoto_KumamotoPrefecturalTraditionalCraftsCentre_6102820_03](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102820/f08ea51d-0b8f-4a3e-a77c-3c5369e03dbc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Kumamoto Prefectural Traditional Crafts Centre

You can browse the exhibits at Kumamoto Prefectural Traditional Crafts Centre, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Kumamoto. Amble around the area's parks or visit its temples. 

[](https://expedia.com/Kumamoto-Prefectural-Traditional-Crafts-Centre-Chuo-Ward.d6102820.Vacation-Attraction)

![shrine in Suizenji Jojuen garden at Kumamoto, Japan; Shutterstock ID 441428734; purchase_order: SF 06557000; job: ; client: ; other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562271771/9c4dd3b5-a3e6-4e69-8991-13a94c0c416e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### 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. 

[](https://expedia.com/Izumi-Shrine-Chuo-Ward.d553248621562271771.Vacation-Attraction)

### Things to do

![Our store is located in Josaien, a tourist facility located right next to Kumamoto Castle, the symbol of Kumamoto.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47581059/4d19e330-f96c-4afd-8228-01a218cf2afe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Josaien Kimono Rental and Dressing Private Experience

$35

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/josaien-kimono-rental-and-dressing-private-experience.a47581059.activity-details)

![Kumamoto Castle is also known as Ginkgo Castle. ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49816622/ecde701b-f99b-4d73-be4a-7a3b904d44e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Kumamoto Castle Kusasenri and Aso Crater Tour in Fukuoka/Kumamoto

$89

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/kumamoto-castle-kusasenri-and-aso-crater-tour-in-fukuokakumamoto.a49816622.activity-details)

![Kumamoto Castle, Mount Aso, and Kurokawa Onsen Tour from Fukuaka](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49453852/9d180e64-9e0f-4d2d-bcc9-d98c6cf51b53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Kumamoto Castle Kusasenrigahama and Mount Aso tour from Fukuoka

$99

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/kumamoto-castle-kusasenrigahama-and-mount-aso-tour-from-fukuoka.a49453852.activity-details)

![E-Bike Journey Across Mt. Aso from Kumamoto Airport](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49738598/bd70293e-2476-46f7-ad9a-419dde39b037.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### E-Bike Journey Across Mt. Aso from Kumamoto Airport

$57

per traveler

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/e-bike-journey-across-mt-aso-from-kumamoto-airport.a49738598.activity-details)

![Kumamoto Castle Kusasenri Aso Crater and Aso Boys Scenic Train
](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49930940/b7204906-35c2-4fec-92bd-17d5e7c53dd3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Kumamoto Castle Kusasenri Aso Boys Scenic Train| Fukuoka/Kumamoto

$139

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/kumamoto-castle-kusasenri-aso-boys-scenic-train-fukuokakumamoto.a49930940.activity-details)

![Deluxe Private Tour: Mt. Aso, One Piece Statues and Shrine Visit](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50287425/031195e9-c389-4974-8158-9943ebb6de44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Deluxe Private Tour: Mt. Aso, One Piece Statues and Shrine Visit

$283

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/deluxe-private-tour-mt-aso.a50287425.activity-details)

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## Shimotori Hotel Deals

![SOTETSU GRAND FRESA KUMAMOTO](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83660000/83654800/83654725/4a2e7ae4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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SOTETSU GRAND FRESA KUMAMOTO

2-2-23 Shimotori, Chuo Ward Kumamoto Kumamoto

$51 nightly

$56 total

Feb 10 - Feb 11

Stay at this hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,329 reviews)

Everything was great.

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

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![Daiwa Roynet Hotel KUMAMOTO GINZADORI PREMIER](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76870000/76860300/76860287/dfc5c7ce_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Daiwa Roynet Hotel KUMAMOTO GINZADORI PREMIER

1-chome-9-1 Shimotori Chuo Ward Kumamoto Kumamoto

Stay at this hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...

9/10 Wonderful! (254 reviews)

Staff was very helpful

Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025

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Kumamoto Washington Hotel Plaza

2-3-10 Shimotori Kumamoto Kumamoto-ken

Stay at this hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Kumamoto Castle and Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping ...

7.8/10 Good! (297 reviews)

Conversation noise from other room

Terrible room wall, can hear the conversation noise from other room. Can't sleep until 2am! Not recommended if you seek for comfort stay

Reviewed on Jun 1, 2018

[Get rates](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F19%2F2026&endDate=2%2F20%2F2026&selected=4447604&PinnedHotelID=4447604&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=553248635976007758)

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![THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59290000/59288100/59288061/2e13d086_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO

3-15-26 Kasuga, Nishi-ku Kumamoto Kumamoto

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$77 nightly

$85 total

Mar 5 - Mar 6

Stay at this hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,858 reviews)

Lovely hotel, the room was very nice and clean. Breakfast was delicious with lot of choices. We all love it

Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026

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![KOKO HOTEL Premier Kumamoto](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77830000/77828200/77828115/8ad975fa_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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KOKO HOTEL Premier Kumamoto

3-20 Sakuramachi, Chuo Ward Kumamoto Kumamoto

$65 nightly

$72 total

Feb 9 - Feb 10

Stay at this hotel in Kumamoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (605 reviews)

One of my favorite hotels in Kumamoto. If they provided a self-service laundry facility, it would be my most favorite

Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026

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![CANDEO HOTELS KUMAMOTO SHINSHIGAI](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82890000/82883500/82883498/82762860_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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CANDEO HOTELS KUMAMOTO SHINSHIGAI

8-7 Shinshigai Chuo Kumamoto Kumamoto

$70 nightly

$78 total

Mar 8 - Mar 9

Book a stay at this 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! (1,017 reviews)

ホテル内全般、室内、大浴場含め 大変清掃が行き届いていました。 朝の清掃スタッフの皆さんの挨拶含め、対応は素晴らしかったです。

Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026

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## Check Shimotori hotel availability

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### Other neighborhoods around Shimotori

![Kumamoto_ShinshigaiShotengai_553248621562271767_08](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562271767/e3ccc749-dc7a-494b-8eb0-b3426ddf2a4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Shinshigai

4/5(2 area reviews)

 While visiting Shinshigai, you might make a stop by sights like Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Shimotori Shopping Arcade. 

[](https://expedia.com/Kumamoto-Shinshigai.dx553248635976008544)

![The landscape view of famous Suizenji Garden in Kumamoto](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976008142/7aa50b83-bc1a-417f-97ad-ec7d33fbdb21.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Suidocho

5/5(2 area reviews)

 Though Suidocho might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Contemporary Art Museum Kumamoto and Kumamoto City Hall. 

[](https://expedia.com/Kumamoto-Suidocho.dx553248635976008142)

![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Kuhonji

 If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Kuhonji and surrounding area, you can visit Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Contemporary Art Museum Kumamoto. 

[](https://expedia.com/Kumamoto-Kuhonji.dx952158975070130176)

![熊本城の長塀と坪井川](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1858/07bf311c-5865-4568-8eee-22735a9acb6c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Chuo Ward

5/5(1 area review)

 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. 

[](https://expedia.com/Kumamoto-Chuo-Ward.dx553248635991220113)

![Gardens in Kumamoto, Honshu Island, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976007830/4d8a2871-320a-4be8-9193-e6efba204d4a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Suizenji

 While visiting Suizenji, you might make a stop by sights like Suizenji Gardens and Monkey D. Luffy Statue. 

[](https://expedia.com/Kumamoto-Suizenji.dx553248635976007830)

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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. 

[](https://expedia.com/Kumamoto-Tamukaemachi-Oaza-Tainoshima.dx553248635976387584)

[See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Kumamoto.dx1858.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.Neigh.Neighborhoods)

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