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About Kumamoto
A city on the Kyushu island, known for its castle and an array of cultural landmarks, as well as beautiful surroundings.
Kumamoto is the capital city of Kumamoto Prefecture on the island of Kyushu, Japan. Greater Kumamoto had a population of 1,460,000, as of the 2000 census. It is not considered part of the Fukuoka–Kitakyushu metropolitan area, despite their shared border. The city was designated on April 1, 2012 by government ordinance. The city's most famous landmark is Kumamoto Castle, a large and, in its day, extremely well fortified Japanese castle. Kumamoto is also home to Suizen-ji Joju-en, a formal garden neighboring Suizenji Temple approximately 3 kilometers southeast of Kumamoto Castle. A notable shrine is Takahashi Inari Shrine.
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REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS
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Set in Kumamoto, within 1.2 km of Kumamoto Castle and 2.6 km of Hosokawa Residence Gyobutei, REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS offers accommodation with a spa and wellness centre and free WiFi throughout the property. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a restaurant. Attractions in the area include Suizenji Park, 4.2 km away, or Shimada Museum of Art, located 2.9 km from the property.
A continental breakfast is available every morning at the hotel.
REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS offers a sauna. Children's amenities are available at the front desk free of charge.
Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Contemporary Art Museum Kumamoto, Former Residence of Natsume Soseki and Kumamoto City Museum. The nearest airport is Kumamoto Airport, 18 km from REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS. Read more...
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- Historic Center, Kumamoto
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- Suizenji Garden, Kumamoto
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- Hosokawa Mansion, Kumamoto
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