Kumamoto Castle

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Kumamoto Castle (Photo: kan_khampanya / Shutterstock.com)

Notice

Kumamoto Castle sustained heavy damage during the 2016 earthquake. During the summer of 2021, the inner keep reopened after a 5-year reconstruction period. However, sitewide renovations are expected to continue until around 2038.

Overview

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Address

1-1 Honmaru, Chuo Ward, Kumamoto, 860-0002
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Hours

Closed today Closed now

Opening Hours

  • Monday

    Closed

  • Tuesday

    Closed

  • Wednesday

    Closed

  • Thursday

    Closed

  • Friday

    Closed

  • Saturday

    Closed

  • Sunday

    Closed

  • Holidays

    Closed

Price

Free

Phone

096-352-5900

General Amenities

  • Information Counter
  • Free guides/pamphlets
  • Prayer rooms
  • Restroom

Payment Method

  • Credit cards accepted
  • Pay by cash

Access

Kumamoto Castle is the third largest castle in Japan and one its most popular historic sites. Originally built in the early 1600s by renowned castle architect Kato Kiyomasa

Kumamoto Castle