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Kumamoto Private Customizable Full Day Tour

Kumamoto, Japanby Japan Awaits

  • 8 hours
  • Private tour
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: Japanese, English

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Overview

This private and customizable tour for Kumamoto is perfect for guests who would like to have their own itinerary planned based on their interests and preferences, allowing guests to experience the city at their own pace.

What's included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Choose 4 to 5 sites for a personalized tour of Kumamoto
  • English-speaking professional tour guide
  • 8-hour fully customized tour with reservations and bookings made on your behalf
  • Transportation within the city only
  • Meals, food and drinks not specified
  • Fees for optional tours and activities for guests and tour guide
  • Gratuities (optional)

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Stop 1

    Pass by

    3-chōme-15 Kasuga, Nishi-ku, Kumamoto, 860-0047, Japan

  2. 2

    Former Hosokawa Mansion

    Pass by

    The Former Hosokawa Residence (旧細川刑部邸, Kyū Hosokawa Gyōbutei) is the former residence of a branch family of the Hosokawa Clan, the powerful clan that ruled over Kumamoto during the Edo Period. The building is a great example of a high-class samurai mansion.

  3. 3

    Kumamoto Castle

    Pass by

    Kumamoto Castle (熊本城, Kumamotojō) is one of the most impressive castles in Japan. With large castle grounds and a variety of buildings, Kumamoto Castle offers its visitors one of the most complete castle experiences in Japan.

  4. 4

    Suizenji Jojuen Garden

    Pass by

    8-1 Suizenji Koen, Chuo Ward, Kumamoto, 862-0956, Japan

  5. 5

    Kato Shrine

    Pass by

    2-1 Honmaru, Chuo Ward, Kumamoto, 860-0002, Japan

  6. 6

    Sakuranobaba Johsaien

    Pass by

    １-1-1-3 Ninomaru, Chuo Ward, Kumamoto, 860-0008, Japan

  7. 7

    Shimotori Shotengai

    Pass by

    1 Chome-3-10 Shimotori, Chuo Ward, Kumamoto, 860-0807, Japan

  8. 8

    Kamitori Shopping Street

    Pass by

    Unnamed Road 8, 10 Kamitoricho, Chuo Ward, Kumamoto, 860-0845, Japan

  9. 9

    Kumamoto Castle Inari Shrine

    Pass by

    8-11 Suizenji Koen, Chuo Ward, Kumamoto, 862-0956, Japan

  10. 10

    Suizenji Ezuko Park

    Pass by

    8-1 Suizenji Koen, Chuo Ward, Kumamoto, 862-0956, Japan

Meeting and pickup

More details will be provided after booking.Please kindly confirm with us again if your tour detail does not have meeting point

If guests are already in Kumamoto, the tour guide will pick up the guest at their hotel (if it's within the city center). If not, pick-up location will be provided to the guest before the tour date (the pick-up location will likely be at a convenient location, such as a train station). More details will be provided after booking.

End point

More details will be provided after booking.Please kindly confirm with us again if your tour detail does not have meeting point

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Moderate Cancellation Policy:
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  • We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 14 days or less before event
  • We will charge a cancellation fee of 50% if booking is cancelled 21 days or less before event
  • We will charge a cancellation fee of 25% if booking is cancelled 30 days or less before event
  • PLEASE FILL OUT THE TOUR FORM:
  • After your booking, you will receive a link to the Kanazawa Form (within 48 hours) that asks for pertinent information required for this booking. Please ensure that this Kanazawa Form is completed accurately at least 7 days before your tour date
  • Every city in Japan has a lot to offer. There are many aspects to the city and many hidden and local spots that you may not have seen or heard of before. In the Custom Tour form that will be sent to you after your booking, you’ll be able to let us know of any attractions you have already visited and would not like to see again on this tour. We will carefully review your requests and will create an itinerary based on your preferences
  • If you cancel the tour any time after we have sent you the custom Itinerary, the service fee of 15% of your total tour cost will be nonrefundable
  • Japan Awaits is a licensed tour operator in Japan, with hundreds of registered and vetted tour guides nationwide. We offer tours in any location in Japan and manage all details, including transportation and tickets. Visit Japan Awaits to learn more about our tours or inquire about a custom experience today
  • Mode of transportation: Transportation within the city only (either public transportation or private vehicle, based on your booking)
  • Custom Itinerary:
  • Organizing and planning a trip requires a lot of time, and if we have made reservations on your behalf, it may be challenging to cancel some booking requests. Once we receive your booking and responses from the Custom Tour form, we’ll begin creating your itinerary and organizing the necessary arrangements for your tour
  • How far in advance should I book?
  • Preparing a customized tour takes time, especially if restaurant or venue reservations are needed. We recommend booking as early as possible—ideally 3 months in advance, or at least 1 month before your travel date. For requests made within 7 days of travel, we may not be able to arrange the tour in time, and your booking request may be canceled with a full refund
  • What if I'm late?
  • We ask that all guests arrive at the location at least 10 minutes before the designated meet-up time
  • Guests are provided with the tour guides’ phone number before the tour and you can call the tour guide if you need help
  • Although this is a private tour, the tour guide will only wait for you for up to 30 minutes of start time before the tour is cancelled
  • Attire: Please dress appropriately for all weather conditions
  • Passports may be required to verify age on the day of the tour

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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