What other travelers are saying about Kumamoto Castle
Beautiful castle, was supposed to visit in 2016 but didn't go because of the earthquake a few weeks before. It was emotional for me to make my way there in 2025! The castle was gorgeous and not as busy as main castles in Honshu.
Famous giant castle rebuilt after 2016 earthquake. It's very important to japanese history and the display tried to explain historical events with animation, video and game like interactive displays, making it easier for ordinary people to absorb.
A good place to visit whether or not you're into Japanese history.
Cool how the inside of the castle has been turned into an exhibition about said castle. Just wish there were more original insides to witness!
Super super cool Castle and large courtyard. Great souvenir shop with things you ACTUALLY want.
Rich and deep history as a famous castle of Japan, the layout of clear and nice and you can go into the castle as well. The tour is nice and the view at the top of lovely. There is also a lot to do around the castle for fun.
reconstruction until 2052 due to earthquake in 2016. spectacular views and great food walking around the castle. it's a huge compound, and you can see why it's impregnable.
performances are in front of the castle but on certain dates and time.
enter via South Entrance, good to visit museum and shops first, then castle. but one can just go to north entrance.
