Kumamoto Tours

The world-famous samurai Miyamoto Musashi is the strongest in Japan, and he is said to have never been defeated. He spent his later years in Kumamoto and wrote the “Book of Five Rings” in a cave called Reigan-do in Kumamoto City. He created his own swordsmanship style known as Niten Ichiryu....

Kumamoto is a treasure trove fostered by nature’s blessings such as clean underground water, the Aso mountains, and the Amakusa Sea. Look forward to tasting exceptionally fresh sushi made with seafood caught from Ariake Sea and Amakusa-Nada Sea. Customers will be guided to a hidden bar....

Take a guided tour around Suizenji Ezuko Park, a symbol of Kumamoto, the "Land of Water"! On this tour, go cycling around Lake Ezu and experience the precious underground water Kumamoto takes pride in. The tour ends at the approach to Kumamoto Suizenji Garden....

OUTLINE Visit Reigando cave, where the strongest samurai Miyamoto Musashi spent his final years. Stroll around the cave with priests, then enjoy a soothing meditation experience in this symbolic cave....

【OUTLINE】 Visit Kumamoto Castle, the most popular tourist spot in town, and its surroundings which cannot be easily accessible without a local English-speaking guide. ・Experience the decoration techniques that have been used since that time for the "artistic" characteristic of Kumamoto samurai....

One of the symbols of Kumamoto is the large shopping arcade that runs from north to south through the city. This arcade is at its liveliest at nighttime when it overflows with crowds of people enjoying drinks. Fully enjoy the nightlife of Kumamoto, Japan's most welcoming city. ...

While Ueki supports Japan's food supply with modern agricultural operations, the region is also home to many small rustic and old-fashioned villages where time seems to have stopped, making it the perfect area to experience Japan's good old countryside....

This private and customizable tour for Kumamoto is perfect for guests who would like to have their own itinerary planned based on their interests and preferences, allowing guests to experience the city at their own pace....

This private and customizable tour for Kumamoto is perfect for guests who would like to have their own itinerary planned based on their interests and preferences, allowing guests to experience the city at their own pace....

Get dolled up, try on a gorgeous kimono, and stroll around the popular and beautiful Suizenji Park! Founded in 1692, this traditional garden is renowned for its beautiful selection of miniature Japanese landmarks scattered throughout the park....

Take a tour around a little castle town that retains the history and tradition of samurai from several hundred years ago. At Suizenji Park, look forward to sipping some matcha green tea in a traditional cultural building with a front view of the beautiful stroll-style garden. ...

【OUTLINE】 Using the ancient technique Higo Zogan, engrave the art-loving feudal lord Hosokawa's family crest into a sword's handguard. 【HIGHLIGHTS】 ・Try your hand at the classical art of Higo Zogan, a style of metal inlaying used to decorate the swords and scabbards of the Kumamoto samurai....

【OUTLINE】 Spend an entire day exploring the arts of Kumamoto's samurai culture, which has continued to grow and develop through the present day. 【HIGHLIGHTS】 ・Make the crest of the Hosokawa Clan using a traditional method called Higo Zogan metal inlay....

【OUTLINE】 This is an authentic naginata lesson from the 16th head of the Higo Ko-ryu, Kumamoto's original style of naginata martial arts. 【HIGHLIGHTS】 ・Learn the Higo Ko-ryu style of naginata from the instructor who inherited the school....

This is a plan to enjoy a relaxing dinner at a Japanese restaurant near Kumamoto Castle while watching a dance performance by 'Hanawarabe.' Guests can enjoy dinner in a convenient location just a 5-minute walk from Kumamoto Castle. Watch 'Hanawarabe,' dance performance by children in Kumamoto...

This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Kumamoto! Kumamoto, located on Kyushu island in southern Japan, strikes a perfect balance between a bustling city fringed by tranquil countryside....

This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Kumamoto! Kumamoto, located on Kyushu island in southern Japan, strikes a perfect balance between a bustling city fringed by tranquil countryside....

Undergo the invaluable experience of learning the traditional Japanese drum from a performer of Noh, an intangible cultural treasure. You will learn how to play the traditional Japanese drum from a respected Noh performer...

【OUTLINE】 Spend a day experiencing Kumamoto's samurai culture. Learn about the culture of the art-loving Hosokawa family and the spirit of Musashi Miyamoto, Japan's most powerful samurai. 【HIGHLIGHTS】 ・Experience Kumamoto's unique samurai culture that was originally developed to save people...