Best Things to Do in Kumamoto: Top 12 Sights for First-Time Visitors (2026)
The best things to do in Kumamoto for first-time visitors: Kumamoto Castle, Suizenji Garden, Kumamon Square, a Mt Aso day trip and the top 12 sights.
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Articles about Kumamoto and central Kyushu — Kumamoto Castle, Mt Aso volcano, Kurokawa Onsen and day trips.
Kumamoto Travel Guide for First-Time Visitors: Castle, Mt Aso & Kurokawa Onsen (2026)
A complete first-timer Kumamoto travel guide covering Kumamoto Castle, Mt Aso, Kurokawa Onsen, transport, the best time to visit and where to stay.
Kumamoto Castle Guide: Tickets, Reconstruction & Visiting Tips (2026)
A complete Kumamoto Castle guide for first-time visitors: ticket prices, opening hours, the earthquake reconstruction, the best time to visit and tips.
Mt Aso Day Trip from Kumamoto: Volcano Crater, Caldera & How to Visit (2026)
How to plan a Mt Aso day trip from Kumamoto: reaching the volcano crater, the Aso caldera, Kusasenri grassland, tours, the best time to visit and safety tips.
Where to Stay in Kumamoto: Best Areas, Hotels & Kurokawa Onsen Ryokan (2026)
Where to stay in Kumamoto for first-time visitors: the best areas, city hotels near the castle and Kurokawa Onsen ryokan compared, with prices and booking tips.