Kumamoto travel guide
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You're Going to Love Kumamoto
With a population of 680,423, Kumamoto is the largest city in Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Kumamoto to see all of its attractions.
When to visit Kumamoto
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kumamoto in August, when the average temperature is 27 °C, and the highest can go up to 32 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 0 °C, with an average temperature of 5 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 360 mm. In contrast, December is usually the driest month of the year in Kumamoto, with an average rainfall of 50 mm.
How to Get to Kumamoto
Plane
When flying to Kumamoto, you’ll arrive at Kumamoto (KMJ), which is located 16 km from the city centre.
Train
The train station in Kumamoto is called Kumamoto, and is located 1.8 km from the city centre.
Airlines serving Kumamoto
Where to stay in Kumamoto
Average rates range from around ₹ 5,318 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 7,169 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Kumamoto
Most booked hotels in Kumamoto
Hiring a car in Kumamoto
Expect to pay ₹ 94 per litre in Kumamoto (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,130 and ₹ 1,507. Economy (Nissan March or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Kumamoto, while also 9% cheaper than other types, on average.