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Welcome to Kumamoto!This Gourmet Map contains all the information visitors to beautiful Kumamoto will need to find the best local dining. Have fun exploring Kumamoto Gourmet!

Kumamoto Internat ional Convention and Tourism Bureau8-23 Karashimacho, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto City 860-0804 Phone.096-359-1788

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Sakura-no-Baba Johsaien General Tourist Information

Kumamoto StationGeneral Tourist Information

Helpful informat ion regarding Kumamoto Castle and nearby places to visit with a wide variety of sightseeing pamphlets to take with you.

Address: 1-14 Ninomaru, Chuo-ku, 　　　　　 Kumamoto CityPhone: 096-322-5060Open: March-November 8:30AM-6:30PMDecember-February 8:30AM-5:30PMClosed: December 29th-31st

Find useful information at Kumamoto Stat ion before explor ing what Kumamoto City has to offer. There are two information areas, located at the East and West Exits on the non-Shinkansen side of the station

Address: 3-15-1 Kasuga, Nishi-ku,　　　　 Kumamoto City （inside JR　　　　　　 Kumamoto Station）Phone: 096-352-3743Open: East Entrance 8:30AM-7PM　　　 West Entrance 8AM-8PMClosed: Never

Waku Waku IchibaTourist InformationThis tourist information area is located in the downtown Shimotori Arcade. Local Kumamoto products, fresh foods and souvenirs are also for sale inside Waku Waku Ichiba.

Address: 1-10-28 Shimotori, Chuo-ku,　　　　 Kumamoto CityOpen: 11AM-5PMClosed: Never

Kumamoto CityTourist Information

Mashiki-KumamotoAirport IC

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JGSDF CampKengun

KumamotoPrefecturalAthletic Park

KumamotoPrefecturalAthletic Park

Umakana - YokanaStadiumUmakana - YokanaStadium

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Kumamoto KukoCountry ClubKumamoto KukoCountry Club

TakayubaruCountry ClubTakayubaruCountry Club

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Shirakawa ParkShirakawa Park

Kumamoto North Police StationKumamoto North Police Station

Contemporary ArtMuseum KumamotoContemporary ArtMuseum Kumamoto

Kumamoto PrefecturalMuseum of Art BranchKumamoto PrefecturalMuseum of Art Branch

Kumamoto PrefecturalTraditional Crafts CenterKumamoto PrefecturalTraditional Crafts Center

KitaokaNature ParkKitaokaNature Park

Hanaokayama ParkHanaokayama Park

KumamotoShintoshin PlazaKumamotoShintoshin Plaza

KumamotoCity HallKumamotoCity Hall

KokubuKokubu

Shin-Suizenji Eki-maeShin-Suizenji Eki-mae

Misotenjin-mae

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Kotsukyoku-maeKotsukyoku-mae

KuhonjiKosatenKuhonjiKosaten

SuidochoSuidocho

TorichosujiTorichosujiKumamoto Castle-Shiyakusho-maeKumamoto Castle-Shiyakusho-mae

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KawaramachiKawaramachi

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Nihongi-guchiNihongi-guchi

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Suizenji ParkSuizenji Park

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Shogyo Koko-maeShogyo Koko-mae

HatchobabaHatchobabaKuwamizuShiminbyoin-maeKuwamizuShiminbyoin-mae

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KumamotoPrefecturalOffice

Suizenji-LakeEzu ParkSuizenji-LakeEzu Park

SuizenjiBaseballStadium

SuizenjiBaseballStadium

SuizenjiTrack StadiumSuizenjiTrack Stadium

Kumamoto CityGymKumamoto CityGym

KumamotoPrefecturalLibrary

KumamotoPrefecturalLibrary

Kumamoto UniversitySchool of PharmacyKumamoto UniversitySchool of Pharmacy

Shokei CollegeShokei CollegeKumamoto UniversityHospitalKumamoto UniversityHospital

Kumamoto RegionalMedical CenterKumamoto RegionalMedical Center Kumamoto University

School of MedicineKumamoto UniversitySchool of Medicine

KumamotoPrefecturalCommunity CenterParea

KumamotoPrefecturalCommunity CenterParea

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WestEntrance

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General Tourist Info,West EntranceGeneral Tourist Info,West Entrance

General Tourist Info, East EntranceGeneral Tourist Info, East Entrance

Civic AuditoriumSojo University HallCivic AuditoriumSojo University Hall

KumamotoKotsu Center(Bus Terminal)

KumamotoKotsu Center(Bus Terminal)

Sakura-no-BabaJohsaienSakura-no-BabaJohsaien

NinomaruParkingNinomaruParking

General Tourist InfoGeneral Tourist Info

Kumamoto CityKodomoBunka Kaikan

Kumamoto CityKodomoBunka Kaikan

Waku Waku IchibaTourist InfoWaku Waku IchibaTourist Info

Kumamoto FujisakidaiBaseball StadiumKumamoto FujisakidaiBaseball Stadium

Kumamoto PrefecturalMuseum of ArtMain Building

Kumamoto PrefecturalMuseum of ArtMain Building

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Kaisen IzakayaHana

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Green Rich Hotel SuizenjiGreen Rich Hotel Suizenji

Yusen-no-YadoMonohanaYusen-no-YadoMonohana

Ryotei MatsuyaHonkanSuizenjiRyotei MatsuyaHonkanSuizenji

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Shiromegurin – The Kumamoto Castle Tour BusThe Shiromegurin Bus makes regular stops at Kumamoto Station, Kumamoto Castle, various historical sites, and a number of other areas downtown. There are two routes: the Station Route that runs from Kumamoto Station to Kumamoto Castle, and the Castle Loop Route that runs in a loop around Kumamoto Castle.　*The numbers - on the map show the Shiromegurin bus stops.

Mizumegurin – The Downtown Kumamoto Sightseeing BusReservations requiredVisit Suizenji Park, Kumamoto Castle, Sakura-no-Baba Johsaien, and many other historical locations that share deep ties with Kiyomasa Kato and the Hosokawa Clan that built the Kumamoto we know today. There are 2 buses per day.Duration of tour: 3.5 hours (includes green tea and

Japanese sweet)Price: Adults 3000 yen, children 1500 yen

(includes entrance fees at destinations)Phone: Kumamoto Highway Bus Reservation

Center Tel. 096-354-4845

Kumamoto WakuWaku Rent-a-CyclePedal around Kumamoto on an electric rent-a-cycle! Rental locations: Available at locations marked with an　　on the map.Rider requirements: 15 years old and up (high school or

higher), personal ID requiredRental fee: 500 yen/day Rental period: Max 2 daysOpen: 9AM-6PMPhone: Kumamoto Machinaka Churinjo

Support Center Tel. 096-354-3611

Hop on the bus and explore Kumamoto’s gourmet dining!

Manyuu Kumamoto PassportYour passport to fun in Kumamoto!Your Manyuu Kumamoto Passport gives you unlimited access to 20 different sightseeing spots throughout Kumamoto. Your Passport also gets you discounted rates at a number of other points of interest around the city! Experience all Kumamoto has to offer with the Manyuu Kumamoto Passport!

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This map covers downtown Kumamoto and the surround-ing areas. On the detailed map pages for specific areas, you'll find information regarding numerous gourmet hotspots in Kumamoto. We hope to make your stay in Kumamoto both an enjoyable and delicious one.

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Usage period: 7 daysPrice: Adults 1,000 yen, children 500 yenPhone: Manyuu Kumamoto Passport Office Tel. 096-356-8747

Running times: From Kumamoto Station, the first bus is at 8:30AM, the last bus is at 5:10PM, with buses leaving approx. every 20 mins.

Price: Adults 130 yen, children 70 yen *Single day pass: Adults 300 yen, children 150 yenPhone: Kumamoto Toshi Bus Motoyama Office Tel. 096-312-5077

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Pork, beef, horse, squid, octopus, crab0120-898-9251-2-10 Shimotori, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto City11:30AM-2PM / 5PM-10PMSat/Sun/holidays: 11:30AM-10PM12/30-1/1　　　　　NoCredit cards accepted

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We offer a wide selection of seasonal Kumamoto cuisine and a variety of horsemeat dishes, including our famous basashi（raw horsemeat）.

Pork, squid, shrimp096-356-2905Mizuta Bldg. 2F, 11-20 Hanabatacho, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto City6PM-2AM（Last order 1AM）Sundays, holidaysNoNo credit cards

Pork, beef, horse, squid, octopus, crab0120-159-235Queens A le i B ldg . 1F, 1 -5 -22 Shimotori, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto City4PM-3AMSun/holidays:4PM-0AM（Last order 1 hour before close）Monday NoCredit cards accepted

Plenty of local foods and fresh seafood. Our lively staff serves you your order using a long paddle for a real Japanese marketplace experience.

Pork, beef, horse, squid, octopus, crab0120-848-9291-2-8 Shimotori, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto CityWeekdays/Sun/hol idays : 5PM-12AM, F r i / Sa t /day before holiday: 5PM-3AMNever NoCredit cards accepted

Enjoy local specialties and fine Japanese cuisine with an enchanting view of Kumamoto Castle.

Pork, beef, horse, squid096-356-11461-10 Hanabatacho, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto City11:30AM-2PM / 5PM-11PMSun/holidays:11:30AM-13:30PM/5PM-10PM12/29- 1/4No Credit cards accepted

We take pride in our light but richly flavored soup, which we take 3 days to prepare. Ramen this good can only be found in Kumamoto.

Pork096-352-205810-4 Hanabatacho, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto City5PM-3AMSat/Sun/holidays: 11:30AM-3AMNo scheduled holidaysNo　　　　　　No credit cards

Enjoy authentic Japanese cuisine at a reasonable price. Featuring a large menu w i th reg iona l spec ia l t i es and f resh , locally-caught fish.

Pork, beef, horse, chicken, shrimp, crab096-353-15921-4-22 Shimotori, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto City11:30AM-2:30PM（Last order: 2PM）, 5PM-11PM（Last order: 10:30PM）Sundays, holidaysNo Credit cards accepted

We our famous for our Taipien, made from plenty of fresh Kumamoto vegetables and healthy rice noodles. Come try a bowl!

Pork, beef, horse, squid, octopus, crab0120-558-1231-5-20 Shimotori, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto City5PM-0AMSundaysNoCredit cards accepted

Enjoy our special horsemeat dishes and fresh sushi featuring seafood caught in nearby Amakusa.

096-288-55771-1-2 Ninomaru, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto CityEach shop has different hours.12/29-12/31Pay parking availableCredit cards accepted

Shop specializing in Kumamoto's famous Ikinari Dango（bean paste and sweet potato bun） with a number of limited time seasonal products as well.

Sweet potato, adzuki bean, wheat096-346-02471-14 Ninomaru, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto City（inside Johsaien Sakura-no-Kouji）9AM-7PM（Dec to Feb: until 6PM）12/30-12/31Pay parking availableCredit cards accepted

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Iidamarugokai TurretIidamarugokai Turret

Hohoate GateHohoate Gate

Hazekata GateHazekata Gate

Bagu TurretBagu Turret

Miyuki BridgeMiyuki Bridge

NagabeiNagabei

Kumamoto Castle Inari ShrineKumamoto Castle Inari Shrine

Japan Post GroupKumamoto BuildingJapan Post GroupKumamoto Building

Sakura-no-BabaJohsaienSakura-no-BabaJohsaien

Ninomaru ParkingNinomaru Parking

MutsugoroMutsugoro

Sojo UniversityVocational SchoolSojo UniversityVocational School

SumiyakivacationSumiyakivacation

HotelSunroute KumamotoHotelSunroute Kumamoto

KumamotoGreen HotelKumamotoGreen Hotel

Johsaien ParkingJohsaien Parking

General Tourist InfoGeneral Tourist Info

Kumamoto Castle Area

KumamotoCity HallKumamotoCity Hall

TaigekiTaigeki

KaraokekanKaraokekan

Civic AuditoriumSojo University HallCivic AuditoriumSojo University Hall

Kumamoto cityInternationalCenter

Kumamoto cityInternationalCenter

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KumamotoKotsu Center(Bus Terminal）

KumamotoKotsu Center(Bus Terminal）

Kumamoto Prefectual Center of Local ProductsKumamoto Prefectual Center of Local Products

Statue of Kiyomasa KatoStatue of Kiyomasa Kato

Kumamoto CastleShiyakusho mae

Kumamoto CastleShiyakusho mae

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A collection of 23 shops chosen by Kumamoto Prefecture, located in a recreat ion of a tradit ional Edo era castle town.

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The Original Fish Market GrillEbisu-Maru

The Original Fish Market GrillEbisu-Maru

Local Dishes - Seafood Higo no JinyaLocal Dishes - Seafood Higo no Jinya

Original KumamotoRamenKodaiko

Original KumamotoRamenKodaiko

AoyagiAoyagi

Ikinariya WatanabeIkinariya Watanabe

ShiromiyaguraShiromiyagura

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Teppanyaki Okonomiyaki Daichan

Teppanyaki Okonomiyaki Daichan

Kappo IzakayaUogashi BanyaKappo IzakayaUogashi Banya

Umaya BridgeUmaya BridgeSudoguchi GateSudoguchi Gate