• This 6-hour tour allows you to explore your favorite places while learning about Kumamoto’s history and Japanese culture with a knowledgeable guide.
• Choose two locations from the following: Kumamoto Castle, Kumamoto Castle Town (Furu-machi and Shin-machi), or Suizenji Jojuen Garden. Refer to the itinerary for details of each area.
• The meeting place and start time are flexible. After booking, you can discuss your specific requests with your assigned guide via WhatsApp.
• Transportation costs (taxi, bus, tram), lunch, and shopping or dining expenses during the tour are not included in the guide fee. The guide will recommend lunch venues based on your preferences.
• This plan was designed for those seeking to deepen their understanding of Japan and Kumamoto’s history and culture by visiting two areas.

Location 1: Kumamoto Castle Kumamoto Castle, one of Japan's three great castles, is a stunning embodiment of the philosophy and strategy of samurai from 400 years ago. It serves as a symbol and source of identity for those born and raised in Kumamoto. Inside the castle, rich in information about Japanese castles, visitors can head to an observation floor located approximately 14 stories above ground. The tour, guided by an expert, offers engaging explanations and interactive experiences. Highlights include:The outer structures of Kumamoto Castle (stone walls, Kato Kiyomasa statue, etc.). The special walkway (a path 6 meters above the ground, made of locally sourced cypress wood). The stone walls and remains of the main palace built by the master castle builder, Kato Kiyomasa. Visits to the basement to the 4th floor of the castle tower (museum) and the 6th floor (observation deck). The Josaien complex (souvenir shops, restaurants, and the Kumamoto Castle Museum "Excitement Zone").