Have a historical experience at a Jokamachi! 1 Day Itinerary for Kumamoto City

We are going to recommend you a one day itinerary that includes all of the major spots of Kumamoto and Kumamoto Castle. While you walk through the Edo Era style of the Jokamachi, or the feudal town surrounding a castle, you can join in on novel modern art experiences or cultural activities. Along with shopping, you can enjoy a lunch filled with Kumamoto specialities, especially horsemeat-based meals!

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Update 2023.08.07

DAY1

2018-05-15
- Kumamoto
  
  09:00
- Kumamoto Castle
  
  10:00
- Kumamoto City Modern Museum
  
  11:15
- Suganoya Hormone
  
  13:00
- Sakuranobaba Johsaien
  
  14:30
- Kumamoto Traditional Crafts Museum
  
  16:00

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DAY1

- Kumamoto
  
  09:00
  
  15min
  
  Station
  
  Start from Kumamoto Station. You can jump on the bus in front of the station or take the tram to Kumamoto Castle.
  
  Address
  
  Kumamoto Pref
  
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- Public transportation / Walk
  
  45min
- Kumamoto Castle
  
  10:00
  
  60min
  
  Castle / Ruins of Castle
  
  The revived symbol that is Kumamoto Castle. You can see the castle tower and stone wall that survived the earthquake in the two uncovered circular plazas. If you're lucky, you might be able to meet the cordial group of military commanders that helped in the revival. Get your picture taken to commemorate their effort!
  
  Address
  
  Kumamoto Pref. Kumamotoshichuouku Honmaru 1-1
  
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  - Kumamoto Castle
- Public transportation / Walk
  
  15min
- Kumamoto City Modern Museum
  
  11:15
  
  75min
  
  Art Museum
  
  At Kyushu's first modern museum, you can now have an art experience. From the polka dot style of Yayoi Kusama, to the bright minimalism of James Tareru, you can appreciate their work. A unique exhibition is also the focus. And of course the regular exhibitons also await.
  
  Address
  
  Kumamoto Pref. Kumamotoshichuouku Kamitorichou 2-3 Plums Bear Sun Hall Kaikan 3F
  - Kumamoto City Modern Museum
  - Kumamoto City Modern Museum
- Public transportation / Walk
  
  30min
- Suganoya Hormone
  
  13:00
  
  60min
  
  Local Cuisine
  
  If there's one speciality in Kumamoto, it's horsemeat sashimi. Spend an elegant moment at this horsemeat sashimi spot. In the middle of the magnificent nature of Mt. Aso, Suganoya raises its horses with delicate care and compassion resulting in extraordinary freshness. You'll taste this rare savoriness once their hormone melts across your palette.
  
  Address
  
  Kumamoto Kumamoto-shi Chuo-ku Shinshigai 2-10 Comfort Hotel Kumamoto 1F
  - Suganoya Hormone
- Public transportation / Walk
  
  30min
- Sakuranobaba Johsaien
  
  14:30
  
  75min
  
  Experience Hall / Accommodation Experience (Training) Facility
  
  Drop by Kumamoto City and experiece a piece of the city's history through the hot spots! At the Wakuwakuza History and Cultural Experience, you can try on clothes from past generations and participate in the official meeting of feudal lords from the Edo period. Enjoy eating sea urchin croquette or mochi balls while you walk through Sakurano Alley in the Jokamachi.
  
  Address
  
  Kumamoto Pref. Kumamotoshichuouku Ninomaru 1-1
  - Sakuranobaba Johsaien
- Public transportation / Walk
  
  15min
- Kumamoto Traditional Crafts Museum
  
  16:00
  
  60min
  
  Museum / Science Museum
  
  There are about 2000 different traditional crafts made in Kumamoto on display in this museum. You can directly touch and buy the history of this region inside this place. Here you can find furniture full of the warmth of wood and simple textured pottery among many other pieces. Come through and search for a souvenir from Kumamoto to take back.
  
  Address
  
  Kumamoto Pref. Kumamotoshichuouku Chibajoumachi 3-35
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  - Kumamoto Traditional Crafts Museum
- FINISH
  
  17:00