Visit Higashi Ward
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 find the perfect gifts to bring home 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 trip to Kumamoto. 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.
Higashi Ward Hotel Deals
THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO
Great staff, the property smells good, good amenities, and beautiful rooms! Walkable to the mall and super close to the train station and trams/bus.
Reviewed on Jan 24, 2026
Nest Hotel Kumamoto
Great!
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2025
CANDEO HOTELS KUMAMOTO SHINSHIGAI
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
KOKO HOTEL Premier Kumamoto
The staff was fantastic. Rooms were super clean.
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2026
Dormy Inn Kumamoto Natural Hot Spring
Great onsen
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
OMO5 Kumamoto by Hoshino Resorts
Great location
Reviewed on Nov 21, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Higashi Ward
Suizenji
While visiting Suizenji, you might make a stop by sights like Suizenji Gardens and Monkey D. Luffy Statue.
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.
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.
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.
Suidocho
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.
Shimotori
While visiting Shimotori, you might make a stop by sights like Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Shimotori Shopping Arcade.
