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It was my first time in Kumamoto, and I want to experience its charm again and again...
We introduce travel model cases that will make your stay a memorable one.
It was my first time in Kumamoto, and I want to experience its charm again and again...
We introduce travel model cases that will make your stay a memorable one.
Spending time with friends
Travel to Kumamoto with close female friends, or close mothers and daughters, or sisters.
We'll introduce you to a 3-day, 2-night girls' trip where you can visit Instagram-worthy spots, enjoy sweets, and attend your favorite artists' live shows and concerts.
Day 1
- 10:00
- After arriving at Kumamoto Station, transfer to the Kumamoto City Tram and take the approximately 12-minute ride to Karashimacho Station.
- The Kumamoto City Tram, with its Instagrammable retro and modern carriages, is a convenient means of transportation while in the city.
- 10:20
- The hotel is a 3-minute walk from Karashimacho Station on the Kumamoto City Tram.
- Travelers are welcomed by a stylish exterior and a lobby inspired by Kumamoto's nature.
- 10:30
- Once you have left your heavy luggage at the self-cloakroom next to the front desk and are free to travel light, your "Effortess Travel" begins.
- 10:35
- First, we head to Shimotori Arcade, the best shopping area in Kumamoto Prefecture, which is a 3-minute walk from the hotel.
You can stroll around at your leisure, checking out the shops and cafes that catch your eye.
- 15:00
- After shopping and lunch, we returned to the hotel and checked in!
- Check and get the amenity box next to the front desk. It contains not only tea and soup, but also basic cosmetics, which is a great service for women.
- Check-in from 15:00
- 15:30
- Enjoy a tea break in the business lounge, which is available for your use from 13pm to 22pm.
Feel free to bring along sweets or local dishes you've purchased at tourist spots or shopping areas and enjoy a tasting session. - Business Lounge 13:00-22:00
- *Please refrain from bringing in alcoholic beverages.
- 20:00
- After enjoying plenty of Kumamoto specialties for dinner, we returned to the hotel. Triple rooms are available, making it perfect for groups of friends.
Day 2
- 7:30
- Breakfast is one of the joys of traveling.
The buffet features a variety of Kumamoto specialties, so you can have fun choosing what to eat.
- 9:00
- We start with a tour of cafes and sweets. We will visit Sakuranobaba Josaien, located at the foot of Kumamoto Castle, and then visit popular sweet shops.
- 15:00
- Head to Kumamon Village to meet the local mascot Kumamon. There are plenty of photo spots and official goods that can only be purchased here, so it's also a great place to buy souvenirs!
- 16:30
- Let's head to the event venue! There is a large event hall within walking distance of the hotel, and other venues are easily accessible from the nearest tram station and bus terminal.
Day 3
- 7:00
- Recharge your energy on your final day with Kumamoto ramen. Enjoy a morning filled with the afterglow of your trip at a buffet that combines Japanese and Western cuisine.
- 9:00
- After checking out, leave your luggage at the self-cloakroom and head to Sakuramachi Kumamoto, a two-minute walk from the hotel. There are many stylish shops, so you're sure to find some great bargains.
- 11:00
- After returning to the hotel to pick up my suitcase, I headed to Kumamoto Station.
We plan to look for souvenirs at Amu Plaza Kumamoto inside the station. Don't forget to try the Kumamoto specialty "Ikinari Dango"!
