Kumamoto Castle Walking Tour with Local Guide | 3 hours

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Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Guided tour for 3 hours with one guide.
  • The admission ticket to Kumamoto Castle is included in the tour.
  • Round-trip transportation expenses to the tour meeting point.
  • Costs for food, drinks, and purchases at the shops during the tour.

Overview

Kumamoto Castle, one of Japan's three most famous castles, is a grand fortress that embodies the strategies and philosophies of samurai warriors from 400 years ago. For locals, it's more than a historical landmark; it's a symbol of their identity and pride. Join us on a guided tour led by an expert in Japanese history and culture. You'll delve deep into the castle's most notable features, hearing fascinating samurai stories and discovering key architectural details. Ascend to the observation floor for panoramic views from the equivalent of 14 stories. While most exhibits inside the castle keep are primarily in Japanese, our guide's in-depth knowledge and engaging commentary will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of Kumamoto Castle's history. Enjoy personalized insights as you appreciate its significance as a Japanese cultural treasure. After booking, we can adjust the tour's start time to fit your schedule whenever possible.

Meeting points

Kumamoto City Hall
1-1 TetorihonchĹŤ, Chuo Ward, Kumamoto, 860-0808, Japan

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Kumamoto City Hall located at 1-1 Tetorihonmachi, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto 860-0808, Japan. The main entrance of the Kumamoto City Hall, facing to the tram station. You can see the stone wall of the Kumamoto Castle.

End point

1-1-2 Ninomaru, Chuo Ward, Kumamoto, 860-0008, Japan

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Johsaien, located at 1-1 Nino-maru, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan. Shirasaien is a park area near Kumamoto Castle that features the Sakura no Baba (Sakura Field) and various facilities such as museums, restaurants, and souvenir shops.

Itinerary

  • Kumamoto Castle

    In this tour, a guide will accompany you and provide explanations in English as you walk through the highlights from outside to inside of Kumamoto Castle. The tour includes the admission ticket to Kumamoto Castle. Inside the castle, the guide will lead you through the special viewing path, explaining the interior as you make your way up to the top floor together. Finally, the guide will guide you to Johsaien.

    3 hours

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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Free Cancellation

June 12100% refund
June 13No refund

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  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Kumamoto Castle Tour - Moe

Published on Mar, 2025

We had an absolutely excellent tour guide in Moe. She was knowledgable about the area and you could tell her excitement and enthusiasm about the Kumamoto Castle and the city itself. She would explain things to us sometimes even before the museum would, and spoke incredibly good English. She was super personable, and a pleasure to talk to. Would recommend this tour to anyone visiting the city!

Excellent Tour for Rich History

Published on Mar, 2025

Moe was excellent and we enjoyed the castle tour! She was knowledgeable and professional. We were also very lucky to tour during Sakura bloom.

Definitely Recommend!

Published on Feb, 2025

“Tommy” was a great guide. She communicated with us before the tour, her English was excellent, and she was very knowledgeable about both the Castle, and Kumamoto generally. We had a lovely time.

Kumamoto Castle Tour

Published on Jan, 2025

Excellent english-speaking guide who was engaging. She was knowledgeable and able to bring the history of Kumamoto Castle to life. Love the tour.

Kumamoto Castle after the earthquake damage

Published on Apr, 2024

Viewing of the extensive damage to Kumamoto Castle and the resilience of the Japanese people to reconstruct the castle after the earthquake. Our guide Tommy, was excellent in recounting the earthquake damage as she lives in the immediate vicinity

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