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The capital of Kumamoto Prefecture, Kumamoto (�F�{) is a major city on Kyushu's west coast with a population of around 750,000. The city is most famous for its castle, which is one of Japan's largest and most complete. The city was hit by strong earthquakes in 2016.

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  Castle
  Kumamoto Castle•
  Beautiful reconstruction of the original castle.

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  Garden
  Suizenji Garden•
  Landscape garden reproducing the Tokaido.

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  Historic Site
  Hosokawa Residence•
  Former residence of high ranked samurai.

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  Historic Site
  Hearn Residence
  Former residence of the author Lafcadio Hearn.

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  Kurokawa Onsen••
  Hot spring town with attractive town and baths.

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  Aso•
  Active volcano with a huge ancient caldera.

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  Minamata
  From pollution site to environmental model city.

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    Minshuku Hiroshimaya
    Budget-friendly
    Situated in Kumamoto, an 40-minute walk from Hosokawa Residence Gyobutei, Hiroshimaya provides air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi. Located around 2.2 km from Kumamoto Castle, the guest house is also 5 km away from Suizenji Park. The property is 800 metres from Shimada Museum of Art. Guest rooms at the guest house are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The shared bathroom is fitted with a shower and free toiletries. Kumamoto City Museum is 1.5 km from Hiroshimaya, while Former Residence of Natsume Soseki is 2.3 km away. The nearest airport is Kumamoto Airport, 16 km from the property.
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    THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO
    Luxury
    Located 3.2 km from Hosokawa Residence Gyobutei, THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO offers 4-star accommodation in Kumamoto and features a fitness centre, a restaurant and a bar. The property is around 3.4 km from Kumamoto Castle, 6 km from Suizenji Park and 14 km from Egao Kenko Stadium Kumamoto. The hotel has a sauna, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi throughout the property. All guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a kettle. All units will provide guests with air conditioning, a safety deposit box and a flat-screen TV. Guests at THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Hirayama Hot Spring is 35 km from the accommodation, while Kumamoto Station is 200 metres away. The nearest airport is Kumamoto Airport, 17 km from THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO.
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    Dyeing and Hostel Nakashimaya - Female Only
    Budget-friendly
    Only a 2-minute walk from Senbabashi Train Station, Dyeing and Hostel Nakashimaya is a female only property that offers affordable accommodations with free Wi-Fi. Guests can enjoy views of Kumamoto Castle from the balcony and experience traditional tie-dyeing activities. JR Kumamoto Train Station is a 20-minute walk away. Guests can choose to stay in private Japanese-style rooms or in shared dormitory-style rooms. All rooms feature air conditioning, tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding. Bathrooms and toilets are shared. Nakashimaya Dyeing and Hostel is a 15-minute walk from Kumamoto Castle and a 10-minute drive from Honmyo Temple. A coin-launderette is available. Guests can sit by the traditional Irori hearth and enjoy DVDs on the flat-screen TV at the shared lounge. A free-use internet PC is available and the free-use kitchen comes with a microwave and fridge. No meals are served.
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    Sotetsu Grand Fresa Kumamoto
    Mid-range
    Sotetsu Grand Fresa Kumamoto is located in Kumamoto, 3.2 km from Hosokawa Residence Gyobutei and 3.8 km from Suizenji Park. Featuring a restaurant, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.5 km from Kumamoto Castle. All rooms in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV. At Sotetsu Grand Fresa Kumamoto the rooms come with bed linen and towels. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Speaking English and Japanese at the 24-hour front desk, staff are ready to help around the clock. Popular points of interest near Sotetsu Grand Fresa Kumamoto include Contemporary Art Museum Kumamoto, Minami Kumamoto Station and Kumamoto City Museum. The nearest airport is Kumamoto Airport, 15 km from the hotel.
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    fav KUMAMOTO
    Luxury
    Located in Kumamoto, within 1.9 km of Kumamoto Castle and 2.2 km of Hosokawa Residence Gyobutei, fav KUMAMOTO provides accommodation with a bar. With a terrace, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Private parking is available on site. Guest rooms are equipped with a fridge, microwave, a kettle, a bidet, free toiletries and a desk. At the hotel each room is equipped with bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near fav KUMAMOTO include Contemporary Art Museum Kumamoto, Kumamoto Station and Kumamoto City Museum. The nearest airport is Kumamoto Airport, 16 km from the accommodation.
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    Hotel Nikko Kumamoto
    Luxury
    Located in the heart of the city, Hotel Nikko Kumamoto features accommodations with free wired internet access and views of Kumamoto Castle. Torichosuji Train Station is a 1-minute walk, and the JR Kumamoto Train Station is a 10-minute drive away. Guests can choose among 5 dining options and relaxing massages can be requested as well. The air-conditioned rooms feature carpeted floors and a flat-screen TV. An electric kettle and nightwear are provided for guests. The en suite bathroom comes with slippers and a hairdryer. Laundry and photocopying services are available at the 24-hour front desk. Room service and newspapers are also provided. Les Celebrites serves French dishes, and Tao-Li offers Cantonese specialities. Benkei serves Japanese cuisines with nice views and drinks are available at Fountain bar lounge. Breakfast is served at AsoShed. Kumamoto Hotel Nikko is a 10-minute walk from Kumamoto Castle, and the Contemporary Art Museum is only a 1-minute walk away.
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    Tamaki Ryokan
    Mid-range
    Situated within 1.5 km of Suizenji Park and 2.5 km of Kumamoto Castle, Tamaki Ryokan features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kumamoto. This 3-star ryokan offers free shuttle service and full-day security. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. At the ryokan, each unit has a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. A toaster and kettle are also available. At the ryokan, all units are allergy-free. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Hosokawa Residence Gyobutei is 3.5 km from the ryokan, while Egao Kenko Stadium Kumamoto is 9.1 km from the property. The nearest airport is Kumamoto Airport, 13 km from Tamaki Ryokan.
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    Candeo Hotels Kumamoto Shinshigai
    Luxury
    Located in Kumamoto, within 1.5 km of Kumamoto Castle and 2.6 km of Hosokawa Residence Gyobutei, Candeo Hotels Kumamoto Shinshigai provides accommodation with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is around 4.1 km from Suizenji Park, 12 km from Egao Kenko Stadium Kumamoto and 34 km from Hirayama Hot Spring. Minami Kumamoto Station is 1.7 km away and Kumamoto Station is 2.9 km from the hotel. The rooms at the hotel are equipped with a seating area. All units will provide guests with air conditioning, a safety deposit box and a flat-screen TV. Guests at Candeo Hotels Kumamoto Shinshigai can enjoy a buffet breakfast. The accommodation offers 4-star accommodation with a sauna and hot tub. Around-the-clock guidance is available at the reception, where staff speak English, Japanese, Korean and Chinese. Popular points of interest near Candeo Hotels Kumamoto Shinshigai include Contemporary Art Museum Kumamoto, Former Residence of Natsume Soseki and Kumamoto City Museum. Kumamoto Airport is 15 km away.
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    &and COMFY HOTEL Kumamoto Jo View
    Mid-range
    &and COMFY HOTEL Kumamoto Jo View is set in Kumamoto, within 3.7 km of Suizenji Park and 11 km of Egao Kenko Stadium Kumamoto. Featuring a restaurant, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.3 km from Kumamoto Castle. At the hotel, all rooms are fitted with a desk and a flat-screen TV. At &and COMFY HOTEL Kumamoto Jo View the rooms include bed linen and towels. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy an ? la carte breakfast. &and COMFY HOTEL Kumamoto Jo View can conveniently provide information at the reception to help guests to get around the area. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Hosokawa Residence Gyobutei, Contemporary Art Museum Kumamoto and Former Residence of Natsume Soseki. The nearest airport is Kumamoto Airport, 15 km from &and COMFY HOTEL Kumamoto Jo View.
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    REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS
    Luxury
    Set in Kumamoto, within 1.2 km of Kumamoto Castle and 2.6 km of Hosokawa Residence Gyobutei, REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS offers accommodation with a spa and wellness centre and free WiFi throughout the property. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a restaurant. Attractions in the area include Suizenji Park, 4.2 km away, or Shimada Museum of Art, located 2.9 km from the property. A continental breakfast is available every morning at the hotel. REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS offers a sauna. Children's amenities are available at the front desk free of charge. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Contemporary Art Museum Kumamoto, Former Residence of Natsume Soseki and Kumamoto City Museum. The nearest airport is Kumamoto Airport, 18 km from REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS.
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