■Daily @ 11:30AM
■Shinsuikukan Stage @ Josaien
Kato Kiyomasa, builder of Kumamoto Castle, is joined by rotating cast of ten historical compatriots for this exciting and educational performance.
Located right next to Kumamoto Castle and with over 20 shops featuring the best food and souvenirs Kumamoto has to offer, Josaien is the perfect place for the true Kumamoto experience. Wakuwaku-za, located inside Josaien, also features interesting exhibits on the history & culture of Kumamoto.
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Check out the Early Summer Josaien Newsletter for info on seasonal foods and souvenirs.
2022 Ice Cream Fair
■Daily @ 11:30AM
■Shinsuikukan Stage @ Josaien
Kato Kiyomasa, builder of Kumamoto Castle, is joined by rotating cast of ten historical compatriots for this exciting and educational performance.
■On specific days @ 11:00AM
and 2:00PM (15 minute show)
■Shinsuikukan Stage @ Josaien
Come watch Kumamoto City's mascot Higomaru and his pal Arisa sing and dance. Everyone is welcome.
Due to the coronavirus epidemic, starting June 1st, souvenir shops will be open from 10:00 to 19:00 and restaurants will be open from 11:00 to 19:00.
Hours may again change in the event of further spread of coronavirus, etc. Please call 096- 288-5577 (9:30-17:30) for more details.
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 Josaien.
By Bus: Board bus to Kotsu Center. Get off at Kotsu Center, head towards Castle, follow signs to Sakuranobaba Josaien.