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Understanding the Shimabara/Amakusa Uprising with Pictures (Applications for lectures start from August 1st Applications for seminars start from September 2nd) Image source ↗
Today Event Amakusa

Understanding the Shimabara/Amakusa Uprising with Pictures (Applications for lectures start from August 1st Applications for seminars start from September 2nd)

Understanding the Shimabara/Amakusa Uprising with Pictures (Applications for lectures start from August 1st Applications for seminars start from September 2nd) is a timely event at…

PeriodAug 1, 2026 – Nov 9, 2026
Hours today09:00〜17:00
VenueAmakusa Municipal Christian Museum — Amakusa Christian-kan
Address〒863-0017 Kumamoto Prefecture Amakusa City Funenomachi 19-52
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
Photos, weather, access and opening times View details t-island.jp/event/2446 View source
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52nd Toyo Ginger Festival — Bringing Energy from Toyo Image source ↗
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52nd Toyo Ginger Festival — Bringing Energy from Toyo

52nd Toyo Ginger Festival — Bringing Energy from Toyo is a timely event at Toyo Sports Park (1285 Toyocho Minami, Yatsushiro City) to consider today.

DateOct 25, 2026
Hours today08:30〜14:00
VenueToyo Sports Park (1285 Toyocho Minami, Yatsushiro City)
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
Photos, weather, access and opening times View details kumamoto.guide/events/detail/7833 View source
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Kikuchi River Basin Japan Heritage Tour Stamp Rally [October 3rd (Sat) - November 29th (Sun)] Image source ↗
Today · time unverified Event North Kumamoto

Kikuchi River Basin Japan Heritage Tour Stamp Rally [October 3rd (Sat) - November 29th (Sun)]

Kikuchi River Basin Japan Heritage Tour Stamp Rally [October 3rd (Sat) - November 29th (Sun)] is a timely event at North Kumamoto to consider today.

PeriodOct 3, 2026 – Nov 29, 2026
VenueNorth Kumamoto
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
Photos, weather, access and opening times View details kikuchikanko.ne.jp/event/%e8%8f%8a%e6%b1%a0%e5%b7%9d%e6%b5%81%e5%9f%9f%e6%97%a5%e6%9c%ac%e9%81%ba%e7%94%a3%e5%91%a8%e9%81%8a%e3%82%b9%e3%82%bf%e3%83%b3%e3%83%97%e3%83%a9%e3%83%aa%e3%83%bc View source
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Children's Fun Haunted House — 10th Anniversary Archive Exhibition

Children's Fun Haunted House — 10th Anniversary Archive Exhibition is a timely event at Kumamoto City Museum of Contemporary Art to consider today.

PeriodAug 27, 2026 – Oct 25, 2026
VenueKumamoto City Museum of Contemporary Art
AddressBipress Kumichi Kaikan 3rd floor, 2-3 Kamidori-cho, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
Photos, weather, access and opening times View details kumamoto-guide.jp/events/detail/1225 View source
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Today · time unverified Festival South Kumamoto

Hitoyoshi Kuma Ayu Festival

Hitoyoshi Kuma Ayu Festival is a timely event at Facilities affiliated with the Hitoyoshi Onsen Ryokan Association (7 facilities) to consider today.

PeriodJun 1, 2026 – Oct 31, 2026
VenueFacilities affiliated with the Hitoyoshi Onsen Ryokan Association (7 facilities)
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
Photos, weather, access and opening times View details kumamoto.guide/events/detail/7513 View source
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Today · time unverified Festival Amakusa

Amakusa Itsuwa '26 Abalone Festival

Amakusa Itsuwa '26 Abalone Festival is a timely event at Five accommodation facilities in Itsuwa-machi, Amakusa City to consider today.

PeriodSep 1, 2026 – Dec 31, 2026
VenueFive accommodation facilities in Itsuwa-machi, Amakusa City
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
Photos, weather, access and opening times View details kumamoto.guide/events/detail/7581 View source
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Event hours verified Event Amakusa

Kakashi-no-Sato Autumn Festival 2026

Kakashi-no-Sato Autumn Festival 2026 is a timely event at Roadside Station Miyajidake Kakashi-no-Sato to consider today.

PeriodOct 25, 2026 – Nov 15, 2026
VenueRoadside Station Miyajidake Kakashi-no-Sato
Address〒863-1161熊本県天草市宮地岳町5516-1
PriceFrom ¥500
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
Photos, weather, access and opening times View details t-island.jp/event/2454 View source
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[Limited to 10/24 (Sat) and 25 (Sun)] Garapon lottery will be held 🎊 Image source ↗
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[Limited to 10/24 (Sat) and 25 (Sun)] Garapon lottery will be held 🎊

[Limited to 10/24 (Sat) and 25 (Sun)] Garapon lottery will be held 🎊 is a timely event at AMU PLAZA Kumamoto, 1F special counter beside the information desk to consider today.

PeriodOct 24, 2026 – Oct 25, 2026
VenueAMU PLAZA Kumamoto, 1F special counter beside the information desk
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
Photos, weather, access and opening times View details jrkumamotocity.com/newsevent/detail/?cd=000630 View source
Natsume Soseki's Arrival in Kumamoto — 130th Anniversary Digital Stamp Rally Image source ↗
Today · time unverified Event Kumamoto City

Natsume Soseki's Arrival in Kumamoto — 130th Anniversary Digital Stamp Rally

Natsume Soseki's Arrival in Kumamoto — 130th Anniversary Digital Stamp Rally is a timely event at Various locations in Kumamoto city to consider today.

PeriodMay 1, 2026 – Oct 25, 2026
VenueVarious locations in Kumamoto city
AddressKumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
Photos, weather, access and opening times View details kumamoto-guide.jp/events/detail/1194 View source
May 1–October 25 — Natsume Soseki's Arrival in Kumamoto, 130th Anniversary Digital Stamp Rally: Visiting the Writer's Places of Solace Image source ↗
Today · time unverified Event Aso

May 1–October 25 — Natsume Soseki's Arrival in Kumamoto, 130th Anniversary Digital Stamp Rally: Visiting the Writer's Places of Solace

May 1–October 25 — Natsume Soseki's Arrival in Kumamoto, 130th Anniversary Digital Stamp Rally: Visiting the Writer's Places of Solace is a timely event at Aso to consider today.

PeriodMay 1, 2026 – Oct 25, 2026
VenueAso
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
Photos, weather, access and opening times View details asocity-kanko.jp/2026/04/21/2372 View source
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10/24 (Sat) - 10/25 (Sun) AMU Kumamoto Support Marche will be held! Image source ↗
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10/24 (Sat) - 10/25 (Sun) AMU Kumamoto Support Marche will be held!

10/24 (Sat) - 10/25 (Sun) AMU Kumamoto Support Marche will be held! is a timely pop-up or shopping stop at Amu Hiroba, JR Kumamoto Station Shirakawa Exit forecourt.

PeriodOct 24, 2026 – Oct 25, 2026
VenueAmu Hiroba, JR Kumamoto Station Shirakawa Exit forecourt
Period, eligibility and official details View details jrkumamotocity.com/newsevent/detail/?cd=000624 View source
Amakusa Hondo Land ~Experience Program~ (Now accepting accommodation and trial reservations!!) Image source ↗
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Amakusa Hondo Land ~Experience Program~ (Now accepting accommodation and trial reservations!!)

Amakusa Hondo Land ~Experience Program~ (Now accepting accommodation and trial reservations!!) is a timely event at Amakusa to consider today.

PeriodJun 28, 2026 – Mar 31, 2027
VenueAmakusa
PriceFrom ¥500
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
Photos, weather, access and opening times View details t-island.jp/event/2430 View source
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2026 Kumamoto Earthquake Recovery Project — Shiro Akari Castle Illumination Image source ↗
Event hours verified Event Kumamoto City

2026 Kumamoto Earthquake Recovery Project — Shiro Akari Castle Illumination

2026 Kumamoto Earthquake Recovery Project — Shiro Akari Castle Illumination is a timely event at Kumamoto Castle to consider today.

PeriodOct 2, 2026 – Nov 1, 2026
VenueKumamoto Castle
AddressKumamoto Prefecture Kumamoto City Chuo Ward Hommaru 1-1
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
Photos, weather, access and opening times View details kumamoto.guide/events/detail/7823 View source
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Kumamoto, a Culinary Capital — at Aso Kumamoto Airport Image source ↗
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Kumamoto, a Culinary Capital — at Aso Kumamoto Airport

Kumamoto, a Culinary Capital — at Aso Kumamoto Airport is a timely event at Aso Kumamoto Airport, 1802-2 Oyatsu, Mashiki-machi, Kamimashiki-gun to consider today.

PeriodJul 24, 2026 – Mar 31, 2027
VenueAso Kumamoto Airport, 1802-2 Oyatsu, Mashiki-machi, Kamimashiki-gun
AddressKumamoto Prefecture Kamimashiki District Mashiki Town Oyatsu 1802-2
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
Photos, weather, access and opening times View details kumamoto.guide/events/detail/7795 View source
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Mitsuhiro Okamoto — Forms of Kami

Mitsuhiro Okamoto — Forms of Kami is a timely event at Tsunagi Art Museum 1st floor exhibition room (494 Iwaki, Tsunagi-cho, Ashikita-gun) to consider today.

PeriodSep 5, 2026 – Nov 23, 2026
VenueTsunagi Art Museum 1st floor exhibition room (494 Iwaki, Tsunagi-cho, Ashikita-gun)
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
Photos, weather, access and opening times View details kumamoto.guide/events/detail/7799 View source
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5th Nanbokucho/Kikuchi Clan Historical Route Digital Stamp Rally Image source ↗
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5th Nanbokucho/Kikuchi Clan Historical Route Digital Stamp Rally

5th Nanbokucho/Kikuchi Clan Historical Route Digital Stamp Rally is a timely event at Kikuchi City, and Kurume, Yame, Ogori, Ukiha, Tachiarai and Dazaifu in Fukuoka Prefecture to c…

PeriodSep 5, 2026 – Mar 7, 2027
VenueKikuchi City, and Kurume, Yame, Ogori, Ukiha, Tachiarai and Dazaifu in Fukuoka Prefecture
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
Photos, weather, access and opening times View details kumamoto.guide/events/detail/7272 View source
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Free Distribution of Gosaincho Sauna Stamp Books for Kumamoto Sauna Visits Image source ↗
Today · time unverified Event Kumamoto City

Free Distribution of Gosaincho Sauna Stamp Books for Kumamoto Sauna Visits

Free Distribution of Gosaincho Sauna Stamp Books for Kumamoto Sauna Visits is a timely event at Bathing and sauna facilities in Kumamoto City to consider today.

PeriodOct 1, 2026 – Mar 7, 2027
VenueBathing and sauna facilities in Kumamoto City
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
Photos, weather, access and opening times View details kumamoto.guide/events/detail/7841 View source
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CAMK Screening Vol. 4 — Performance Materials for Kozue Hibino's ROOT Image source ↗
Hours verified Food / Lunch Kumamoto City

CAMK Screening Vol. 4 — Performance Materials for Kozue Hibino's ROOT

CAMK Screening Vol. 4 — Performance Materials for Kozue Hibino's ROOT is a timely event at Kumamoto City to consider today.

Hours today10:00–20:00
VenueKumamoto City
Address2-3 Kamidori-cho, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto-shi, Kumamoto Prefecture 860-0845 Bipress Kumichi Kaikan 3rd floor
Hours, budget, location and official details View details kumamoto-guide.jp/events/detail/1226 View source
Rediscover Amakusa — Puzzle Walk Along the Wild West Coast, Celebrating 70 Years of Amakusa's National Park Designation Image source ↗
Today · time unverified Event Amakusa

Rediscover Amakusa — Puzzle Walk Along the Wild West Coast, Celebrating 70 Years of Amakusa's National Park Designation

Rediscover Amakusa — Puzzle Walk Along the Wild West Coast, Celebrating 70 Years of Amakusa's National Park Designation is a timely event at Amakusa to consider today.

PeriodJul 20, 2026 – Nov 1, 2026
VenueAmakusa
AdmissionCheck the official page for admission details.
Photos, weather, access and opening times View details t-island.jp/event/2428 View source
Looking for companies to exhibit at the tourism-related industry job fair Image source ↗
Time unverified Pop-up / Shopping Kumamoto City

Looking for companies to exhibit at the tourism-related industry job fair

Looking for companies to exhibit at the tourism-related industry job fair is a timely pop-up or shopping stop at Kumamoto Castle Hall.

PeriodOct 21, 2026 – Nov 29, 2026
VenueKumamoto Castle Hall
AddressKumamoto Prefecture Kumamoto City Chuo Ward Sakuramachi 3-40
Period, eligibility and official details View details kumamoto.guide/events/detail/7826 View source
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Kikuchi City ↔ Aso Kumamoto Airport Transfer Service now operating at campaign price Image source ↗
Time unverified Sale / Campaign North Kumamoto

Kikuchi City ↔ Aso Kumamoto Airport Transfer Service now operating at campaign price

Kikuchi City ↔ Aso Kumamoto Airport Transfer Service now operating at campaign price is a timely pop-up or shopping stop at Aso Kumamoto Airport ⇔ Accommodations in Kikuchi City, K…

PeriodSep 1, 2026 – Jan 31, 2027
VenueAso Kumamoto Airport ⇔ Accommodations in Kikuchi City, Kikuchi City Hometown Creation Citizens Square
Period, eligibility and official details View details kumamoto.guide/events/detail/7810 View source
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Kikuchi City advantageous campaign by renting a car from the airport
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Kikuchi City advantageous campaign by renting a car from the airport

A promotion for travelers arriving at Kumamoto Airport, renting a car nearby and staying in Kikuchi. Vouchers are limited to the campaign's available allocation.

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Period2026/10/1〜2027/1/31
LocationKikuchi City
Public transportOsaka Station (Sunrise) → Kumamoto Sakuramachi Bus Terminal approximately 10 hours 10 minutes
By carFrom Kumamoto Sakuramachi Bus Terminal to Hondo Bus Center (for Amakusa): Approximately 2:30 minutes (by Amakusa Rapid) To Yamaga Bus Center: approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes (by Kyushu Sanko Bus) To Hitoyoshi IC...
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Eat and support! Ashikita restaurant support campaign
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Eat and support! Ashikita restaurant support campaign

Discount dining vouchers support participating restaurants in Ashikita. Vouchers can be purchased at participating establishments.

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Period9/30〜12/31
LocationTarget restaurants in Ashikita Town
Public transportOsaka Station (Sunrise) → Kumamoto Sakuramachi Bus Terminal approximately 10 hours 10 minutes
By carFrom Kumamoto Sakuramachi Bus Terminal to Hondo Bus Center (for Amakusa): Approximately 2:30 minutes (by Amakusa Rapid) To Yamaga Bus Center: approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes (by Kyushu Sanko Bus) To Hitoyoshi IC...
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Mifune Town Dinosaur Museum
Opens at 09:00LeisureCentral KumamotoBooking / tickets

Mifune Town Dinosaur Museum

Dinosaur Museum, where you can see Kyushu's largest skeleton display and fossil cleaning operations. Great for parent and child outings.

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Hours09:00〜17:00
PriceFrom ¥500
Address995-6 Mifune, Mifune-cho, Kamimashiki-gun, Kumamoto Prefecture
ClosedYear-end and New Year closure notice: December 28, 2026... Check the official notice for the complete closure period.
Public transportBus bound for Kumamoto Sakuramachi Bus Terminal ↓ Kumamoto Sakuramachi Bus Terminal (Platform 1 or 24) Kumamoto bus bound for Mifune ↓ Get off at Mifune-machi Dinosaur Museum-mae bus stop
By carKyushu Expressway Mifune Interchange exit signal turn left about 10 minutes
Parking*About parking* When visiting the museum, please use the red parking lot in the image above.
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Goshoura Dinosaur Island Museum
Opens at 09:00LeisureAmakusaBooking / tickets

Goshoura Dinosaur Island Museum

A museum that traces Amakusa's dinosaurs, fossils, and earth history with approximately 2,000 specimens. A facility that you can enjoy along with your island trip.

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Hours09:00〜17:00
Price¥400–¥1,000
AddressKumamoto Prefecture Amakusa City Goshoramachi Goshora 4310-5
Admission10:40～
ClosedClosed: Every Monday (the following day if Monday is a holiday), New Year's holidays (12/30 - 1/1). *Closing dates may change during special exhibitions, etc.
Public transportShin-Minamata Station/Minamata Station → Sanko Bus (bound for Minamata Port) or taxi → Shared bus from Minamata Port (reservation required)
By carFrom Uto towards Amakusa, take National Route 57 → National Route 266 → National Route 324 → Chijubashi intersection (approx. 100m from Matsushima Toll Road Chiju IC exit) → Prefectural Route 290 → Prefectural Route 34 → Prefectural Route 59 → National Route 266 →…
ParkingParking Lot There is a parking lot for people with disabilities on the left side as you approach the museum from Goshoura Port.
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Momo Farm Takehara Ranch
Hours varyLeisureAsoBooking / tickets

Momo Farm Takehara Ranch

An experience farm in Aso where you can enjoy milking cows, nursing calves, and horseback riding. You can also experience harvesting in autumn.

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HoursVaries
Price¥100–¥200
Address〒869-2222 Kumamoto Prefecture Aso City Nishimachi 996
Admission(10:00-15:30 on business days)
Closed*Closed on gray days
By car10 minutes walk from Ikoinomura Station on the JR Hohi Main Line
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Suizenji Jojuen Garden
Opens at 08:30SightseeingKumamoto City

Suizenji Jojuen Garden

A stroll-style garden with a beautiful spring water pond and artificial mountain. Perfect for a day when you want to take your time and enjoy Kumamoto's history and four seasons.

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Hours08:30〜17:00
Price¥200–¥500
AddressKumamoto Prefecture Kumamoto City Chuo Ward Suizenjikoen 8-1
AdmissionAvailable anytime from 9:00 to 15:00 (reservations given priority)
Last admissionLast admission: 16:30, subject to changes during events. Adults aged 16 and over: 500 yen. For ages 6-15, check the complete child admission price at the source.
Before you goNo smoking in the park Pets are not allowed (excluding guide dogs, hearing dogs, service dogs, etc.) Bicycles are not allowed Open flames are prohibited No dedicated parking lot (only parking lot for those wishing to pray)
ClosedClosed on Wednesdays (the next day if Wednesday is a holiday)
Public transportTransfer by bus Airport limousine bus Suizenji Park Approximately 5 minutes on foot Suizenji Jojuen Transfer by JR JR Shin-Suizenji Station Approximately 12 minutes on foot Suizenji Jojuen Kumamoto City Tram Transfer by tram Suizenji Park …
By carTransfer by bus Airport limousine bus Suizenji Park Approximately 5 minutes on foot Suizenji Jojuen Transfer by JR JR Shin-Suizenji Station Approximately 12 minutes on foot Suizenji Jojuen Kumamoto City Tram Transfer by tram Suizenji Park …
ParkingNotes: No smoking in the park. Pets are not allowed (excluding guide dogs, hearing dogs, service dogs, etc.). Bicycles are not allowed. Open flames are prohibited. There is no dedicated parking lot (there is only a parking lot for those wishing to pray).
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Yachiyoza
Opens at 09:00SightseeingNorth Kumamoto

Yachiyoza

A historic theater built in 1910. Interior tours are available on days without performances.

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Hours09:00〜18:00
Price¥580–¥730
AddressKumamoto Prefecture Yamaga City Yamaga 1499
ClosedClosed on the second Wednesday of every month.
Public transportGet off at Shin-Tamana Station on the JR Shinkansen and take the Sanko bus bound for Yamaga for 30 minutes.
By carBy car: 20 minutes from Kyushu Expressway Ueki Interchange
ParkingAccess When visiting, please use the Yachiyoza parking lot. If the parking lot is full due to a performance, etc., please use the "Buzen Kaido Parking Lot".
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Sakura no Baba Josaien
Opens at 09:00SightseeingKumamoto CityBooking / tickets

Sakura no Baba Josaien

A castle town-style spot at the foot of Kumamoto Castle where you can enjoy food, souvenirs, and tourist information all at once. Check the official information for the business status of each facility.

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Hours09:00〜17:30
PriceFrom ¥300
AddressKumamoto Prefecture Kumamoto City Chuo Ward Ninomaru 1-1
Public transportApproximately 50 minutes 10 minutes walk from Sakuramachi Bus Terminal
By car58 regular cars (including 53 regular cars, 5 thoughtful parking spaces (parking spaces for people with disabilities, etc.), 24 large motorcycles, 30 mopeds)
ParkingLearn about Josaien Parking Lot
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Kumamoto Castle
Opens at 09:00SightseeingKumamoto CityBooking / tickets

Kumamoto Castle

The royal road to sightseeing in Kumamoto. A symbol of Kumamoto where you can experience the power of the castle tower and stone walls as well as the progress of restoration.

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Hours09:00〜17:00
PriceFrom ¥1,600
AddressKumamoto Prefecture Kumamoto City Chuo Ward Hommaru 1-1
AdmissionIf you have decided on a date and time for your visit, you can purchase admission tickets (electronic tickets) in advance on the website. After completing your purchase, you will receive an electronic ticket (two…
Last admissionLast park entry: 16:00; final castle-tower entry: 16:30. July-August: 09:00-19:00, park entry until 18:00. Check the official source for the complete seasonal castle-tower entry time.
ClosedClosed: December 29th *The park may be closed due to inclement weather, etc.
Public transportOpen 24 hours (entry and exit only from 6:00 to 23:30)
By carFor those arriving by car.
ParkingAvailable areas: Sakura no Baba Castle Garden, General Tourist Information Center, Ninomaru Parking South Restroom, Ninomaru Ticket Office, Uto Yagura, Castle Tower Plaza, Inside the Castle Tower, Special Tour Passage Around
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Hitoyoshi castle ruins
SightseeingSouth KumamotoBooking / tickets

Hitoyoshi castle ruins

The castle ruins of the Hitoyoshi clan remain along the Kuma River. A classic spot in the southern part of the prefecture where you can walk while feeling the stone walls and history.

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LocationKumamoto Prefecture Hitoyoshi City Fumotomachi
Public transportApproximately 1 hour 50 minutes
By carTable: Time taken when using the Kyushu Expressway Section Time From Fukuoka Interchange to Hitoyoshi Interchange: Approximately 2 hours From Kumamoto Interchange to Hitoyoshi Interchange: Approximately 1 hour Miyazaki…
ParkingIs parking free? Parking lots arranged by the marathon executive committee are free of charge. Parking information will be announced at a later date.
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Daikanbo
SightseeingAsoBooking / tickets

Daikanbo

A great observation spot on the outer rim of the mountain that overlooks the Five Aso Mountains and the Aso Valley. A classic for days when you want to enjoy the scenery on a drive.

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Location〒869-2313 Kumamoto Prefecture Aso City Yamada
Public transportApproximately 15 minutes by bus (Airport Liner) Higo-Otsu Station Approximately 50 minutes by Hohi Main Line Aso Station
By carAso Kumamoto Airport. Approximately 15 minutes by bus (Airport Liner) Higo-Otsu Station Approximately 50 minutes by Hohi Main Line Aso Station
ParkingThe scenery of the Susukino Maze Observatory is maintained from the parking lot of the shop.
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Plan what to do in Kumamoto today

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Things to Do in Kumamoto Today: Events, Movies & Places

Article updated: October 24, 2026

Choose your part of Kumamoto first: the city, the north, Aso, the central or southern districts, or Amakusa. Keeping a day within one area makes it easier to combine a main experience with an event, film or meal. Compare the regional guides before committing to a long journey across the prefecture.

Plan your day in Kumamoto

Compare the place, the date and the practical arrangements together. A permanent attraction and an event happening there today are separate pieces of information. Check the facility calendar as well as the event listing, and keep an alternative that fits the same part of the region.

Today, tomorrow and local time

Use Now, Today or Tomorrow above to compare the current listings. Dates and times follow Japan Standard Time (JST, UTC+9). Today means the date in Japan, which may differ from the date where you are searching.

Check the individual card for its date, venue, start time and official source. A time marked as unconfirmed is not an all-day opening promise. Conditions, tickets and cancellations can change; confirm the original information before setting out.

Travel, weather and alternatives

Check the route to the actual venue, including the last part on foot and your return connection. For outdoor activities, compare the forecast with local access notices. For boats or organised experiences, confirm the operator's departure point and arrangements rather than relying on the weather panel alone.

Explore Kumamoto area guides

Kumamoto City · North Kumamoto · Aso · Central Kumamoto · South Kumamoto · Amakusa

Official information and Japanese version

The live listings use the same underlying event, film and place information as WHERDO's Japanese guide. This English article explains how to plan a visit; the linked organiser or venue remains the source for current booking details, changes and official names.

Read the corresponding Japanese guide to Kumamoto.