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Kyushu: Mount Aso, Kusasenri & Takachiho Gorge Day Tour (Optional Takachiho Boat Ride Experience)
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Tours • From Fukuoka

Kyushu: Mount Aso, Kusasenri & Takachiho Gorge Day Tour (Optional Takachiho Boat Ride Experience)

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Private tour
English guided
4.9 / 5
(5.5K) • 30K+ booked
RM 179.55
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Kyushu Takachiho One-Day Tour | Takachiho Gorge Boat Ride・Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine/Takachiho Mini-Train・Mount Aso・Kusasenri (Departing from Kumamoto)
Tours • From Kumamoto, Aso, Kumamoto

Kyushu Takachiho One-Day Tour | Takachiho Gorge Boat Ride・Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine/Takachiho Mini-Train・Mount Aso・Kusasenri (Departing from Kumamoto)

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4.9 / 5
(2.9K) • 10K+ booked
RM 179.55
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Kumamoto Castle Ticket
Historical sites • Kumamoto

Kumamoto Castle Ticket

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4.7 / 5
(196) • 6K+ booked
RM 20.55
Mount Aso Crater, Kusasenri, Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine, Kurokawa Onsen (Departing from Fukuoka/Kumamoto)
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Tours • From Fukuoka, Aso, Kumamoto

Mount Aso Crater, Kusasenri, Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine, Kurokawa Onsen (Departing from Fukuoka/Kumamoto)

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Private tour
English guided
4.9 / 5
(3.7K) • 20K+ booked
RM 149.59
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Kumamoto Prefecture Takachiho Gorge and Mount Aso Guided Day Tour
Tours • From Kumamoto

Kumamoto Prefecture Takachiho Gorge and Mount Aso Guided Day Tour

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4.9 / 5
(1.1K) • 7K+ booked
RM 179.55
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Kyushu Miyazaki Mythical Secret Realm: Takachiho Gorge (optional boating)・Amanoiwato Shrine・Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine (includes Japanese sweets & shuttle bus)
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Tours • From Fukuoka

Kyushu Miyazaki Mythical Secret Realm: Takachiho Gorge (optional boating)・Amanoiwato Shrine・Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine (includes Japanese sweets & shuttle bus)

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English guided
Free cancellation
4.8 / 5
(962) • 10K+ booked
RM 128.00
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Kyushu Miyazaki Takachiho Gorge Boat Ride Experience & Wagyu Beef Lunch Day Trip: Takachiho Gorge & Mount Aso & Kusasenri (Departing from Fukuoka)
Tours • From Fukuoka

Kyushu Miyazaki Takachiho Gorge Boat Ride Experience & Wagyu Beef Lunch Day Trip: Takachiho Gorge & Mount Aso & Kusasenri (Departing from Fukuoka)

English guided
Free cancellation
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4.7 / 5
(425) • 6K+ booked
RM 123.09
Save RM 52.76
Departing from Kyushu Kumamoto | Aso Kusasenri & Minami Aso Railway & Takachiho Gorge Day Trip (Boat Ride Optional)
Tours • From Kumamoto

Departing from Kyushu Kumamoto | Aso Kusasenri & Minami Aso Railway & Takachiho Gorge Day Trip (Boat Ride Optional)

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4.9 / 5
(264) • 4K+ booked
RM 179.55
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Miyazaki & Kumamoto Day Trip: Takachiho Gorge (optional lunch/boating experience) & Mount Aso & Kusasenri (departing from Fukuoka)
Tours • From Fukuoka

Miyazaki & Kumamoto Day Trip: Takachiho Gorge (optional lunch/boating experience) & Mount Aso & Kusasenri (departing from Fukuoka)

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English guided
Free cancellation
4.7 / 5
(558) • 9K+ booked
RM 128.25
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Aso Natural Scenery | Minami Aso Railway, Mount Aso (including shuttle bus), Kusasenri, Kumamoto Castle/Kurokawa Onsen Day Trip (Round trip from Fukuoka)
Tours • From Fukuoka

Aso Natural Scenery | Minami Aso Railway, Mount Aso (including shuttle bus), Kusasenri, Kumamoto Castle/Kurokawa Onsen Day Trip (Round trip from Fukuoka)

English guided
Free cancellation
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4.8 / 5
(2.0K) • 30K+ booked
RM 128.25
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Kyushu: Mount Aso Crater, Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine & Takachiho Gorge Day Tour (Departing from Fukuoka)
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Tours • From Fukuoka

Kyushu: Mount Aso Crater, Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine & Takachiho Gorge Day Tour (Departing from Fukuoka)

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Free cancellation
4.8 / 5
(446) • 7K+ booked
RM 179.55
Save RM 76.90
Dolphin Watching Experience in Amakusa
Outdoor & sports activities • From Kumamoto, Amakusa

Dolphin Watching Experience in Amakusa

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English guided
Up to 3 hrs
4.8 / 5
(39) • 3K+ booked
RM 153.89

Transport in Kumamoto Prefecture

JR Kyushu Rail Pass
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Rail passes • From Fukuoka

JR Kyushu Rail Pass

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4.9 / 5
(14.7K) • 600K+ booked
RM 307.59
Freebies
JR Whole Japan Rail Pass
Rail passes • From Tokyo

JR Whole Japan Rail Pass

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4.8 / 5
(29.2K) • 700K+ booked
RM 1,359.25
Kyushu SunQ Pass
Rail passes • From Fukuoka

Kyushu SunQ Pass

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4.7 / 5
(692) • 30K+ booked
RM 190.80
Retail: RM 205.19
Kumamoto car hire | Choose from multiple car models
Car rentals • Kumamoto

Kumamoto car hire | Choose from multiple car models

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Free cancellation
ORIX Rent A Car
10K+ booked
From
RM 123
/day
30% off
Kumamoto WakuWaku 1-Day Pass
Rail passes • Kumamoto

Kumamoto WakuWaku 1-Day Pass

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Free cancellation
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500+ booked
RM 25.65
Kikuchi County|Kumamoto Airport Private Airport Transfer
Private airport transfers • Kikuchi County

Kikuchi County|Kumamoto Airport Private Airport Transfer

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5.0 / 5
(25) • 100+ booked
From
RM 453.39
Up to 5% off
Fukuoka Car Rental with Driver to Fukuoka / Beppu / Kumamoto
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Car charters • From Fukuoka

Fukuoka Car Rental with Driver to Fukuoka / Beppu / Kumamoto

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Customized itinerary
Free cancellation
4.5 / 5
(199) • 3K+ booked
RM 1,792.19
RM 1,991.30
Save RM 199.11
Aso Kumamoto Airport - Kumamoto City Shuttle Bus Ticket with Wakuwaku 1 Day Pass
Buses • Kamimashiki County

Aso Kumamoto Airport - Kumamoto City Shuttle Bus Ticket with Wakuwaku 1 Day Pass

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100+ booked
RM 94.89
Aso Boy! (Kumamoto to Beppu)
Train tickets • Kumamoto

Aso Boy! (Kumamoto to Beppu)

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RM 141.05
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A Train de Ikou (Kumamoto to Misumi)
Train tickets • Kumamoto

A Train de Ikou (Kumamoto to Misumi)

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RM 65.15
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Hotels in Kumamoto Prefecture

Candeo Hotels Kumamoto Shinshigai
Hotels • Kumamoto

Candeo Hotels Kumamoto Shinshigai

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4.9 / 5
(1.1K) • 300+ booked
From
RM 225.63
THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO
Hotels • Kumamoto

THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO

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4.9 / 5
(2.0K) • 100+ booked
From
RM 358.12
OMO5 Kumamoto by Hoshino Resorts
Hotels • Kumamoto

OMO5 Kumamoto by Hoshino Resorts

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4.8 / 5
(364) • 100+ booked
From
RM 309.15
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Kumamoto
Hotels • Kumamoto

Sotetsu Grand Fresa Kumamoto

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4.9 / 5
(1.1K) • 50+ booked
From
RM 171.87
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kumamoto
Hotels • Kumamoto

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kumamoto

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4.8 / 5
(1.0K)
From
RM 164.36
KOKO HOTEL Premier Kumamoto
Hotels • Kumamoto

KOKO HOTEL Premier Kumamoto

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4.9 / 5
(749)
From
RM 204.19
RM 206.22
REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS
Hotels • Kumamoto

REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS

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4.9 / 5
(751)
From
RM 295.59
Dormy Inn Kumamoto
Hotels • Kumamoto

Dormy Inn Kumamoto

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4.9 / 5
(1.0K)
From
RM 274.68
fav KUMAMOTO
Hotels • Kumamoto

fav KUMAMOTO

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4.9 / 5
(399)
From
RM 300.85
ONE STATION HOTEL KUMAMOTO
Hotels • Kumamoto

ONE STATION HOTEL KUMAMOTO

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4.8 / 5
(1.0K)
From
RM 247.50
RM 249.98
HOTEL MYSTAYS Kumamoto Riverside
Hotels • Kumamoto

HOTEL MYSTAYS Kumamoto Riverside

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4.3 / 5
(867)
From
RM 140.69
Kurokawa Onsen Ryokan Wakaba
Hotels • Aso County

Kurokawa Onsen Ryokan Wakaba

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4.7 / 5
(465)
From
RM 923.72

Kumamoto Prefecture travel guide

Reviews of Kumamoto Prefecture activities

LIN *********
2026-08-07 06:39:26
Fantastic 5.0
The hotel offers convenient transportation, being just a 3-minute walk from Sakuramachi Bus Terminal, which is very handy for travelers arriving in or departing from Kumamoto. Most Kumamoto City Trams also stop nearby. It's an excellent hotel for a rest before heading home. There's a large public bath on the 12th floor. Other reviews mentioned that the twin room is spacious enough to organize luggage; our deluxe room seemed designed to accommodate three people, as all amenities were provided for three. The L-shaped tatami seating area is very convenient for eating or working, and it's large enough that it doesn't disturb companions using it together, allowing for occasional conversation in a comfortable atmosphere. The bathtub in the bathroom is also spacious enough for relaxation. Additionally, if you need to buy souvenirs or cosmetics, the hotel's location in the bustling downtown area is very convenient. We stayed a week after the earthquake, so there might have been fewer guests, but we still noticed the soundproofing issue mentioned in other reviews. Each floor has a washer and dryer, but since there are many rooms per floor, it's advisable to wash your clothes before arriving during peak season. Breakfast is good, primarily Japanese style, but also includes bread and Southeast Asian dishes. The city view from the 12th floor is very pleasant.
SINING *********
2026-06-21 05:29:30
Fantastic 5.0
super convenient location, a less than 2 minutes walk from Kumamoto Shinkansen station. there is a shopping mall connected which is excellent for shopping & food. the tram station is less than 5 minutes walk away and takes you to many destinations including kumamoto castle. very clean and elegant hotel. has public bath facilities if you will like to experience. high recommend and will definitely stay here again when I return to kumamoto!
Lin ****
2026-05-20 17:05:56
Fantastic 5.0
Kumamoto Holiday Accommodation is incredibly affordable! The rooms are spacious, and it's close to the shopping street. The lobby even has a cute Kumamon welcoming guests. I'll definitely choose this place again next time I visit! Cleanliness: Found a little dirt and hair on the bed. Service: Self-check-in. Transportation convenience: About two or three streetcar stops from the JR station. Hotel location: Very close to the shopping street.
TSAI *******
2026-10-19 04:09:42
Fantastic 5.0
The room can accommodate four people, but since there were only two of us, it felt quite spacious. The spatial design was well-utilized, with plenty of places to put belongings, and the environment was very clean. We purchased the breakfast add-on; although it is not a buffet, the drinks and miso soup are all-you-can-drink. The breakfast was healthy and delicious. The location is great—right outside is the shopping district. The staff were very friendly, spoke excellent English, and enthusiastically recommended fun places to visit nearby.
李 **
2026-07-06 05:06:47
Fantastic 5.0
The hotel is located at a transportation hub, just a few minutes' walk after taking the airport bus directly from Kumamoto Airport. The rooms are clean, the shower water pressure is normal, and the hot and cold water temperatures are appropriate. You can freely take amenities such as toothbrushes, razors, and drip coffee.
Sun ******
2026-06-26 01:11:10
Fantastic 5.0
The hotel room was quite small, and the bedding didn't seem perfectly clean. However, the location is absolutely fantastic and incredibly convenient. It's easy to find food and get around, with transportation available to all directions, and even the airport transfer is very smooth. I might consider staying here again in the future, but I hope their cleaning service can improve!
李 **
2026-07-11 14:57:34
Fantastic 5.0
As a transportation hub, the hotel is located in Kumamoto, the central point of Kyushu. If you purchase a JR Pass, you can travel south to Kagoshima, Kirishima, and Miyazaki; or head north to Kitakyushu to visit Kokura, Mojiko, or enjoy the night view from Mount Sarakura. The travel times are all within an acceptable range.
WANG ************
2026-09-10 04:19:18
Fantastic 5.0
It's not far from Sakuramachi Bus Center or Kumamoto Castle, so you can check in first and then go shopping or visit Kumamoto Castle. It's also just two streetcar stops from JR Kumamoto Station, making transportation very convenient.
CHANG *********
2026-07-11 21:13:02
Fantastic 5.0
Located directly across from the Sakuramachi Bus Terminal and a 3-minute walk from the Karashimacho stop on the Kumamoto City Tram, the transportation is incredibly convenient. There's a business supermarket and two convenience stores nearby, and you can also visit the Sakuramachi Shopping Center across the street. On the 13th floor, there's a large public bath, and after your soak, you can enjoy complimentary Yakult and popsicles. The first floor offers a welcome coffee machine and beverage dispenser, free ramen for a late-night snack, and a diverse breakfast selection. Vending machines, an ice maker, a microwave, a washing machine, and a dryer are also available. The only downside is that the rooms are quite small, with no space to open a suitcase. I would consider staying here again next time.

Quick facts about Kumamoto Prefecture

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1MYR = 38.99JPY

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