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[Near Kumamoto Castle!] Located in a historic castle town, 1 building rental, 70 ㎡ single-story house [maximum 8 people]
* Important This facility has no parking lot. There are many paid parking lots nearby (24 hours: about 1,000 yen) Perfect for family and group use! Features of the facility ① Unmanned operation, smart lock installed, Non-face-to-face check-in and checkout ② Private bungalow of about 70 m ², can be used by up to 8 people (up to 3 people is the same price) ③ Excellent transportation access, bus terminal, downtown area, and Kumamoto Castle all within walking distance ④ The building was built in 2018, clean water, brand new equipment ⑤ Clean linens cleaned by professionals ⑥ Fully equipped, free wifi, air conditioning, high resilience mattress (3 double beds, 3 single mattresses) The castle town of Kumamoto Castle, a city with a rich history and atmosphere, Shinmachi. This facility is a 2-minute walk from the Kumamoto City Tramway "Shinmachi" tram stop. It is also close to Sakuramachi Bus Terminal and JR Kumamoto Station, making it an excellent location for transportation access. You can walk around and see each historical site, including Kumamoto Castle. Shimodori, the largest downtown area in Kumamoto, is also within walking distance, so you won't have any trouble eating or shopping. You can go home with peace of mind even if you enjoy local food and local sake to the fullest.

Free parking! Walk to the delicious restaurants on Uenourachori Street and relax in the Japanese-style room
Relax in the small [Japanese-style room] and hammock during your stay♪ It is a room that you can't find in a hotel ^ ^ This facility is very conveniently located in the heart of Kumamoto City (about 5-6 minutes on foot to Kamidori and Kamino Back Street). Kamino Back Street is full of unique and delicious restaurants.♪ It is very convenient to use the rental bicycle "Chari Chari" (for a fee, 7 yen/1 minute) for sightseeing and work in the center of★ Kumamoto City♪ There is a bicycle parking port on the ground floor of the building where the room is located, which is also convenient for sightseeing in the city! Search Charichari for more details. Free ★onsite parking for 1 car (reservation required). Parking is available until 14:00 after check-out.How about a relaxing lunch in Kamino? 1 ☆single bed, 2 futons free ☆ wifi Walking distance to downtown ☆ Kumamoto city ☆7 Eleven - 1 min walk Convenient for long-term stays within walking distance of ☆shopping streets, supermarkets, and cleaning shops ☆Tsuruya Department Store is about 10 minutes on foot ☆In-room washing machine and dryer No toothbrushes to reduce ★plastic garbage Note: Reservations are strictly prohibited from those who do not follow the house rules

5-minute walk to the center of the city! House rental, free parking for 1 car
[Hotel business licensed] 5 minutes walk from downtown Kumamoto city center! There are many restaurants within walking distance, and it is a quiet residential area despite the proximity to the boulevards.It is also a 15-minute walk to Kumamoto Castle. Perfect for groups, children, or longer stays.Kitchen, parking and free WiFi are provided. The room and living room are tatami mats (sofa available) Kitchen utensils, etc. are available. There is a shower room with a bathtub (towel, shampoo, conditioner, hair dryer) In the form of a piloti, there is a parking lot on the first floor, and the second floor is a guest room · The parking lot is slightly narrow, so if you come by a large car, it is recommended to park in a nearby coin-operated parking lot. Other Special Notes Please let us know your check-in time in advance. Guests' names, addresses, occupations, and dates of stay must be entered in the guest registry. Guests who do not have an address in Japan must present their passport and keep a copy of it. (Nationality and passport number must also be entered in the registry.) License number Hotel and Hotel Law permit number | Kumamoto City Health Center (Health) No. 138

160-year-old renovated kominka house. 2300 m² site, 170 m² building.
We renovated a 160-year-old traditional house in 2023. The total site is 700 tsubo (2300 m ²), and the building is 170 m ², making it very spacious. While it is an 8-minute drive to Kumamoto Castle, it is a cottage where you can relax and unwind away from the hustle and bustle. The garden is full of trees and flowers, including a large camphor tree that has been there for over 160 years, black pines, Japanese maples, and bamboo forests, so you can enjoy the trees and flowers in all seasons. The host lives in the adjacent building, so you can feel at home. Take a big, deep breath and refresh yourself from the heart. ●Here’s what you need to know · There are many mosquitoes and insects because there is a garden with many trees. If you don't like insects, it may be difficult to enjoy. The facility is located in a very quiet residential area. Please refrain from having loud conversations in the garden or on the deck after 8 pm.

Comfortable space! 1-minute walk to Shimoji, 4-minute walk from the station, 10 minutes to Kumamoto Castle, 5 minutes to Sakura-machi, maximum 5 people, free Wi-Fi
A safe homestay in the center, perfect for sightseeing in Kumamoto! You can also walk to popular tourist spots... Kumamoto Castle 10 minutes Sakura Machi 5 min Kumamoto Shimo-dori 1 min Kumamoto Ue Dori 10 min. Great location! 4-minute walk from the nearest Kishimacho station! From Kumamoto Station, Kashimacho Station is 13 minutes by tram (tram) and you can travel quickly. There is also a supermarket, convenience store, and a drug store in front of the station, as well as a 100 yen shop, making it very convenient for sourcing food and daily necessities! Don Quijote is just around the corner! It is a perfect accommodation for those who want to enjoy Kumamoto!Please make a reservation! If you book three other accommodations in the same building on the same day, you can accommodate up to 14 people!If you book two, you can accommodate 9 people!]

暮らすように泊まるローカルステイ/上熊本駅から徒歩20分!熊本城まで約2キロ!敷地外無料駐車場あり
🏡 [Near the city center, 2DK private rental] Relax on tatami mats, Kumamoto Local Stay We have prepared a room where you can experience "staying like you live" in an old apartment. It is located in a quiet residential neighborhood near the city and can accommodate up to 4 people. 1 ✔ double bed + 2 futons (2DK) With a✔ kitchen, it is recommended for self-catering and long-term stays Relaxing time in a✔ Japanese-style room with tatami mats ✔ Kumamoto Castle and the popular Shinmachi area are about 10 minutes away by bicycle About 12 minutes on foot to the✔ tram "Danzancho" station/About 20 minutes on foot to Kamikumamoto station Free parking 200 meters away from✔ the premises I love Kumamoto, and I created this room with the hope that many people will enjoy this town. Feel free to ask us about tourist spots and shops you are interested in!

Nishinoie is a relaxing inn that only accepts one group per day. You can relax in the spacious scenery.
Located in northern Kumamoto Prefecture, Tamana City is 1-2 hours by car from Kumamoto City, Aso, Nagasaki, Saga, and Fukuoka. You can also use it as a base for your trip to Kyushu For those who want to spend a relaxing time, there is Tamana Onsen, hiking to Mt. Kodake, Matsubara Coast Shioma Park, coastal walks, and views from the sandy beach Mt. Unzen, the setting sun, etc. The manager is in a separate building on the same premises. I'll be happy to help if you need anything. Duration (by car) Fukuoka Airport (toll road) 1.5 hours Kumamoto Airport: 1 hour Kumamoto Castle, Suizenji Temple: 1 hour Mt. Aso: 1.5 hours Amakusa: 2 hours Nagasaki 3.7 hours Kagoshima City (toll road) 2.7 hours Oita City (toll road) 2.5 hours Arao City, Mitsui Greenland 30 minutes Shin-Tamana Station: 20 minutes (taxi fare: ¥2800)

8 minutes walk to the center and downtown/maximum 13 people can stay/170㎡ detached house
About 500 meters to the new city of the center, many paid parking lots, 170 ㎡ private hotel with a large house. [1F] Living room/dining room/kitchen (30 ㎡) - Bedroom (30 ㎡) - Bath Toilet [2F] Bedroom (30 ㎡) Bedroom (13 ㎡) Bedroom (13 ㎡) Toilet The kitchen is also equipped with a refrigerator, simple cookware, dishes, microwave, open toaster, electric kettle, etc.There is also a convenience store, coin laundry, supermarket, and Don Quijote in the neighborhood, so it is recommended for long-term stays. Create a place for families and group travelers to enjoy conversation!The theme of the living space has been spacious.

[No. 101] Near Kumamoto Station! Children welcome! Stay freely while cooking, TV with video app
This is an apartment hotel for 1-3 people.The exciting layout of the living room from the entrance is a “secret base”.Enjoy your stay in Kumamoto! ※ The hotel will be an apartment hotel without a front desk.Check-in instructions will be sent after booking. Please refer to the "Use Guide". ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ Pick up! Points ■Good access to shopping and restaurants in "Amu Plaza Kumamoto" near Kumamoto Station♪ ■Compact yet well-equipped Self checking in/out by■ tablet Easy inquiries after booking from■ line♪ ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・

[Children and 3 generations welcome] Free parking for 3 cars | Maximum 6 people | 6 minutes by car to Kumamoto Castle and downtown | Private house with tatami mats
観光で一日動いたあと、靴を脱いでほっと一息つける場所。 ここは、家族や友人と「家のようにくつろげる」貸切の一軒家。 無料駐車場3台付きで、レンタカーや複数台での旅行も安心。 熊本城・繁華街まで車で約6分 コンビニエンスストアまで徒歩4分 熊本市電「本妙寺入口」から徒歩約6分 JR上熊本駅から徒歩約13分 平屋建ての当宿は、加藤清正公の菩提寺として知られる「本妙寺」の参道沿いにあり、紅葉、桜が描かれた襖や畳、障子など和の温もりが感じられます。 ゲストが滞在を楽しめるよう設備も充実。マッサージチェア付きのリラックスルームには、作者が熊本市出身の人気漫画『ONE PIECE』や、『ドラゴンボール』『NARUTO』を全巻完備。また子どもが退屈しないように絵本やおもちゃをご用意。 徒歩圏内に飲食店やスーパーマーケット、ドラッグストア、コンビニなども充実。 歩いてすぐの「本妙寺」は、桜や新緑、紅葉など四季折々の自然が楽しめ、展望所からは熊本城も見えます。宿の目の前の「仁王門」横には、子どもが自由に遊べる遊具のある公園もできました。 熊本の歴史や自然を感じながら、滞在をお楽しみください。

Lovely studio room with 100inch theatre, near town
「滞在中はゆる~と過ごしたい♩」「籠って集中して仕事がしたい!」「日当たり重視!」「ローカルエリアで地元民のように滞在したい」「周辺環境は静かなほうが良い♩」「でも繁華街にも行きやすいロケーションが良い」そんな方には最高のお部屋とロケーションです。 繁華街(上通り&下通り)まで車で10分(※自転車でも10分)と近いですが、裏手に大学があるためか夜は街中の喧騒を忘れることが出来る位閑静なエリアとなっております。 そして、車で街とは反対方向に5分走ればロードサイドのレストランや居酒屋、アミューズメント施設もあります。 水前寺公園も近いので、散歩ついでに徒歩で行って帰りは市電で戻ってくる、そんな楽しみ方も良いかと。 最寄りの市電(チンチン電車)まで徒歩3分、市電に乗ってお出掛けは熊本ならではの地元体験♩ お部屋は3階で広めのワンルーム(27㎡)、最大で3名様まで宿泊可能となっております。 ☆100インチシアター完備☆ ☆Cromecast完備(スマホの各動画コンテンツが楽しめます)☆ ☆専用Wifi、敷地内無料駐車場あります☆ ☆ワーキングデスク完備☆

Sakuramachi Villa | Projector | BBQ | Free parking
👥 Accommodates up to 10 guests, and 🚗 comes with one free parking space. 🌿 with the botanical exterior of SAKURA MACHI Kumamoto, 🌳 and the lush Karashima Park just a 5-minute walk away. 🍖 The balcony is equipped with a BBQ grill. Feel free to bring and enjoy fresh local ingredients and the bounty of Aso. 🛒 Searching for fresh local foods is also one of the unique pleasures of Kumamoto. 🛏️ There are two bedrooms, ensuring privacy even for large groups.
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Celemony House/Try Japanese Calture 【Single room】

10 minutes walk from Kumamoto Castle | Car rental available | Wireless LAN | Comfortable one-room 37㎡ | Standard Room 402

Underground Prison Room [Minpaku Cafe] Gootarian

Small private room for women only with a view of Kumamoto Castle

Same-day booking OK # Large theater room # Enjoy movies and art in the room # Near Kumamoto Castle # Kamitori # Free parking

3. No sharing, 7-minute walk to downtown Kumamoto City, 7-minute bus ride from Kumamoto Station, newly built accommodation.

10-minute walk from Minami-Kumamoto Station Conveniently located next to Don Quijote You can use a beautiful and clean spacious room
When is the best time to visit Kumamoto?
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ242 | ﺩ.ﺇ253 | ﺩ.ﺇ253 | ﺩ.ﺇ261 | ﺩ.ﺇ275 | ﺩ.ﺇ261 | ﺩ.ﺇ257 | ﺩ.ﺇ286 | ﺩ.ﺇ272 | ﺩ.ﺇ220 | ﺩ.ﺇ242 | ﺩ.ﺇ235 |
| Avg. temp | 7°C | 8°C | 11°C | 16°C | 20°C | 23°C | 27°C | 29°C | 25°C | 20°C | 15°C | 10°C |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to stay in Kumamoto?
Many guests explore neighborhoods near Kumamoto Castle for cultural sites and local dining, while the Shimotori and Kamitori shopping areas have convenient access to shops and eateries. Around Suizenji Park offers a quieter atmosphere, rooted in tradition.
What are the best things to do in Kumamoto with kids?
Families often explore Kumamoto Castle’s grounds, visit the Kumamoto City Zoological and Botanical Gardens, or enjoy hands-on exhibits at the Kumamoto Children’s Museum. Suizenji Park has garden paths that appeal to children and adults alike.
What are some of the best things to do in Kumamoto?
Explore Kumamoto Castle, wander the tea houses and gardens at Suizenji Park, and sample fresh delicacies at the traditional Shimotori Arcade. Museums around the city often highlight local history and art.
How is the weather in Kumamoto?
Kumamoto has mild winters around 39–56°F (4–13°C) with drier days, and warm, humid summers often reaching 78–89°F (25–32°C) with heavier rainfall, especially in June and July. Spring and autumn feature comfortable temperatures and moderate rainfall.
When is the best time to visit Kumamoto?
Spring and autumn are often recommended for visiting Kumamoto, thanks to comfortable temperatures and seasonal blooms or changing leaves. Locals enjoy cherry blossoms in spring, while autumn has pleasant walking weather.
What are the best places to visit in Kumamoto?
Many visitors explore Kumamoto Castle, Suizenji Park, and the Shimada Museum of Arts for glimpses into the city’s cultural heritage. The preserved streets of the Sakura-no-baba Josaien area are also frequently suggested.
What are some hiking trails in Kumamoto?
Kumamoto has walking paths in Suizenji Park, and nearby Mount Kinpo is often suggested for light hiking with views of the city and coast. Trails around Ezu Lake blend nature and birdwatching opportunities.
What are some family activities we can do in Kumamoto?
Families can explore the exhibits at Kumamoto Children’s Museum, discover animals and gardens at Kumamoto City Zoological and Botanical Gardens, or enjoy relaxed walks and seasonal scenery in Suizenji Park. Local workshops sometimes hold craft sessions that children find engaging.
What are some of the best day trip ideas from Kumamoto?
Explore the scenic landscapes and volcanic features around Mount Aso, enjoy hot springs in nearby onsens, or discover historic sites in towns known for traditional crafts. Nature parks and rivers near Kumamoto invite outdoor activities.
Are there any pet friendly accommodations available in Kumamoto?
Many accommodations in Kumamoto welcome guests traveling with pets, especially around residential areas and quieter districts. Check property listings for pet-specific amenities and policies before booking.
What are some local tips for visiting Kumamoto?
Try regional specialties like karashi renkon, and explore shopping arcades early for seasonal produce or crafts. Pack an umbrella in summer, as rain showers can be sudden, and consider wearing slip-on shoes for easy entry at historic or garden sites.
What is Kumamoto known for?
Kumamoto is known for its historic castle, traditional Suizenji Park, and vibrant food scene featuring unique regional dishes. The city also has a strong connection to local craft, pottery, and friendly mascot characters.
What are the best hidden gems to explore in Kumamoto?
Discover the peaceful gardens of Tatsuda Nature Park, neighborhood shrines tucked within residential streets, or small galleries featuring local artists. Ezu Lake’s walking paths are often enjoyed by those seeking quiet nature escapes.
What are the best foods to try in Kumamoto?
Kumamoto has unique flavors such as karashi renkon (lotus root with spicy mustard), basashi (horse sashimi), and local ramen made with garlic chips. Kumamoto sweets and seasonal fruit are frequently suggested for dessert.
What should I bring for a trip to Kumamoto?
Comfortable walking shoes, a portable umbrella, and layered clothing are frequently suggested due to changing weather and rainfall, especially in summer. Sunscreen and a reusable water bottle are also useful for exploring parks and markets.
What is the nightlife in Kumamoto like?
Neighborhoods around Shimotori and Kamitori Arcades have lively izakayas, karaoke venues, and bars blending local spirits with contemporary music. Nighttime strolls near the castle or riverfront are also enjoyed by many visitors.
What are the most popular events or festivals in Kumamoto?
The Kumamoto Castle Festival and the Fujisaki Hachimangu Festival are often celebrated, featuring parades and cultural performances. Spring brings cherry blossom viewing events in parks across the city.
Are there family friendly vacation rentals in Kumamoto?
Many vacation rentals in Kumamoto are well suited for families, particularly around Suizenji Park and residential neighborhoods where larger homes or apartments are common. Look for accommodations with kitchens or extra space for added convenience.
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Kumamoto vacation rentals start at ﺩ.ﺇ37 per night before taxes and fees

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220 properties have a dedicated workspace

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410 of Kumamoto vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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4.7 Average rating
Kumamoto stays receive an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 from guests

Nearby attractions
Kumamoto's top spots, include Hommyoji-iriguchi Station, Shin-suizenji Station, and Heisei Station
Destinations to explore
- Saga Station
- Nishitetsu-Kurume Station
- Aso Kujū National Park
- Futsukaichi Station
- Tosu Station
- Isahaya Station
- Tamana Station
- Amagi Station
- Hita Station
- Mikunigaoka Station
- Takamori Station
- Miyaji Station
- Omura Station
- Hizenkashima Station
- Shimabara Station
- Nabeshima Station
- Hainuzuka Station
- Kiyama Station
- Chikugokusano Station
- Mt. Unzen Disaster Museum
- Miyanojin Station
- Yatsushiro Station
- Bungonakamura Station
- Gakkou-mae Station




