What is Shinshigai like?

Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Kumamoto's Shinshigai neighbourhood. Are you looking for Shinshigai travel tips? Make sure that you visit Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Shimotori Shopping Arcade while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Shinshigai?

Based on our traveller data, Candeo Hotels Kumamoto Shinshigai is one of the top choices for your stay in Shinshigai. This hotel is a short 14-minute walk from Kumamoto Castle, and it offers a full-service spa and free WiFi. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Richmond Hotel Kumamoto Shinshigai and REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS .

How many hotels are there in Shinshigai?

Book one of Expedia's 7 hotels and other accommodation options in Shinshigai and start exploring everything Kumamoto has to offer.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Shinshigai, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available in Shinshigai.

What is there to do around this Kumamoto neighbourhood?

If you're looking forward to a day of shopping in Shinshigai, consider Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street or Shimotori Shopping Arcade, and pick out the perfect souvenir. When you're sightseeing in Kumamoto, Sakura Machi Kumamoto and Kumamoto City Hall are also worth a stop.

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1. Candeo Hotels Kumamoto Shinshigai

Shinshigai

Carlos Ernesto

13 Dec - 14 Dec

A modern indoor garden with a stone pathway, a central seating area, and a wooden ceiling.

2. REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS

Shinshigai

Ching min

13 Dec - 14 Dec

A buffet table with various food options including sausages, salads, and other dishes.

3. Toyoko Inn Kumamoto Shin Shigai

Shinshigai

Yuki

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A corridor with a 'Richmond Hotel' sign, a modern building facade, and a pathway with plants.

4. Richmond Hotel Kumamoto Shinshigai

Shinshigai

Josh

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A restaurant with a stone wall, wooden tables, and a buffet counter with bread and condiments.

5. Kumamoto Tokyu REI Hotel

Shinshigai

Anita

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A modern interior with a reception desk, seating areas, and a decorative wall with plants and an umbrella.

6. Grids Premium Hotel Kumamoto

Chuo Ward, 0.1 km from Shinshigai

Colin

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern hotel entrance with a sign reading "Sotetsu Grand Fresa."

7. SOTETSU GRAND FRESA KUMAMOTO

Shimotori, 0.2 km from Shinshigai

ZHENGWEI

13 Dec - 14 Dec

A corridor with a patterned wall and a floor lamp.

8. KOKO HOTEL Premier Kumamoto

Chuo Ward, 0.3 km from Shinshigai

dragica

1 Dec - 2 Dec

A buffet setup with various food items and a decorative basket.

9. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kumamoto

Chuo Ward, 0.2 km from Shinshigai

SaeJoon

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A high-rise building with a grid of windows and a sign at the bottom.

10. Daiwa Roynet Hotel KUMAMOTO GINZADORI PREMIER

Shimotori, 0.2 km from Shinshigai

Kwok Chong

13 Dec - 14 Dec

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a TV, and a desk with a chair. Large windows offer a city view.

11. HOTEL MYSTAYS Kumamoto Riverside

Chuo Ward, 0.2 km from Shinshigai

Wai Hong Albert

13 Dec - 14 Dec

The Daiwa Roynet Hotel with a modern facade, glass railings, and an adjacent Sojo Gallery.

12. Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kumamoto

Chuo Ward, 0.3 km from Shinshigai

Sophia

13 Dec - 14 Dec

A person sitting on a mat outdoors with a traditional building in the background.

13. Kumamoto Hotel Castle

Chuo Ward, 0.8 km from Shinshigai

Hamza

2 Dec - 3 Dec

A hot spring bath with stone walls and wooden accents.

14. Dormy Inn Kumamoto Natural Hot Spring

Chuo Ward, 0.3 km from Shinshigai

Junko

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A multi-story building with a modern architectural design, featuring balconies and large windows.

15. Toyoko Inn Kumamoto Sakuramachi Bus Terminal Mae

Chuo Ward, 0.2 km from Shinshigai

Hiroko

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a large mirror.

16. APA Hotel Kumamoto Sakuramachi Bus terminal Minami

Chuo Ward, 0.4 km from Shinshigai

SHU-CHUAN

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A view of a traditional Japanese castle at night through a window, with a lamp and chair in the foreground.

17. Hotel Nikko Kumamoto

Chuo Ward, 0.7 km from Shinshigai

Sakae

9 Dec - 10 Dec

A spacious indoor area with a staircase, carpeted floors, and a reception desk.

18. Nest Hotel Kumamoto

Chuo Ward, 0.5 km from Shinshigai

Ringo

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A hotel room with three beds, a wooden headboard, and a tatami mat floor.

19. HOTEL THE 7 KUMAMOTO

Chuo Ward, 0.5 km from Shinshigai

Pui Ki

13 Dec - 14 Dec

A modern hotel exterior with a wooden facade, large glass entrance, and outdoor seating area.

20. fav KUMAMOTO

Chuo Ward, 0.7 km from Shinshigai

Kenneth

13 Dec - 14 Dec

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REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 678 reviews	View
Candeo Hotels Kumamoto Shinshigai	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,035 reviews	View
Richmond Hotel Kumamoto Shinshigai	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 542 reviews	View
Kumamoto Tokyu REI Hotel	3.0 star property	8.4 Very good 1,000 reviews	View
Toyoko Inn Kumamoto Shin Shigai	3.0 star property	8.2 Very good 671 reviews	View

Where to stay in Shinshigai

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A wooden bridge leading to a traditional Japanese castle with autumn foliage.

Chuo Ward

While you're in Chuo Ward, take in top sights like Contemporary Art Museum Kumamoto and jump on the metro at Suidocho Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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A pink cherry blossom branch with flowers and buds.

Nishi Ward

If you're spending some time in Nishi Ward, Amu Plaza Kumamoto and Kumamoto Shintoshin Plaza are top sights worth seeing.

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A cityscape with mountains in the background, a park with trees, and buildings.

Shimotori

If you're spending some time in Shimotori, Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Shimotori Shopping Arcade are top sights worth seeing.

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Minami Ward

While there might not be top attractions in Minami Ward, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Aqua Dome Kumamoto and Aeon Mall Kumamoto Clair.

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A serene park with a stone pathway, a small stream, and lush greenery.

Kita Ward

While visiting Kita Ward, you might make a stop by sights like Tabaruzaka Museum and Tabaruzaka Park.

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Top Shinshigai Hotel Reviews

fav KUMAMOTO

10/10 Excellent

"room is spacious and very clean. i love it."

REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS

10/10 Excellent

"Excelente ubicacion , excelente facilities,la temperature del agua El banho termal publico Este Uno's grados mas caliente Seria excelente. Para los que no tomanos desayuno en la manana, un servicio de cafe fresco en la manana Seria excelente. Si tuviera souvenirs de productos artesaneles de kumamoto como panuelos, llaveros,wallet Seria muy bonito."

THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO

10/10 Excellent

"We couldn't find it at first because it's part of AMU Plaza; there is a (slightly hidden) entrance next to the Station with a direct elevator which was helpful but hard to find. If you don't find that entrance, then take any elevator to the 7th floor and find the only elevator that goes to the 9th floor. Once you find it once its pretty easy. The hotel is beautiful; you can see why it is a wedding spot. The room was nice and quiet. We didn't try their restaurant, choosing others within Amu Plaza."

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5. Kumamoto Tokyu REI Hotel

6. Grids Premium Hotel Kumamoto

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8. KOKO HOTEL Premier Kumamoto

9. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kumamoto

10. Daiwa Roynet Hotel KUMAMOTO GINZADORI PREMIER

11. HOTEL MYSTAYS Kumamoto Riverside

12. Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kumamoto

13. Kumamoto Hotel Castle

14. Dormy Inn Kumamoto Natural Hot Spring

15. Toyoko Inn Kumamoto Sakuramachi Bus Terminal Mae

16. APA Hotel Kumamoto Sakuramachi Bus terminal Minami

17. Hotel Nikko Kumamoto

18. Nest Hotel Kumamoto

19. HOTEL THE 7 KUMAMOTO

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