JOHSAIEN | Kumamoto Castle Shopping & Dining

Thanks for visiting Johsaien - Kumamoto’s Castle Town.

Located right next to Kumamoto Castle and with over 20 shops featuring the best food and souvenirs Kumamoto has to offer, Johsaien is the perfect place for the true Kumamoto experience. Wakuwaku-za, located inside Johsaien, also features interesting exhibits on the history & culture of Kumamoto.

SHOPS & DINING

EVENTS

Reopening after the 2016 Kumamoto Earthquakes

Changes to Johsaien Hours of Operation due to Kumamoto Earthquakes

As of April 29th (Friday), the most of the shops and restaurants of Johsaien Kumamoto Castle town are open for business (a few still remain closed).

more >> “Reopening after the 2016 Kumamoto Earthquakes”

Winter Food Specialties Festival

1/1 - 2/29/2016

Come enjoy a selection of warm foods created especially for the cold winter months. more >> “Winter Food Specialties Festival”

GETTING HERE

Map showing area around Sakuranobaba Johsaien

By Shinkansen: Shinkansen to JR Kumamoto Station. East Exit to Tram Line, board A or B towards Kengun. Get off at Kumamoto Castle/City Hall stop. Cross street toward Castle and follow signs to Sakuranobaba Johsaien.

By Bus: Board bus to Kotsu Center. Get off at Kotsu Center, head towards Castle, follow signs to Sakuranobaba Johsaien.