■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.
SHOPS & DINING
EVENTS
Check out the Fall Josaien Newsletter for info on seasonal foods and souvenirs.
2022 Ice Cream Fair
STAGE EVENTS
Higomaru Omotenashi Show
■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.
NEWS
Resumption of Normal Operating Hours & COVID-19 Precautions at Josaien
Josaien Operating Hours
Josaien shops and restaurants have now resumed normal operating hours.
Starting July 2022:
Shops: 9AM-6PM
Restaurants: 11AM-6PM (reservations required after 6PM)
Precautions Taken at Josaien
- Staff are being instructed to wash their hands with soap, gargle, use disinfectant spray on hands, and be mindful when coughing.
- Staff are instructed to wear masks in order to prevent infection between staff and visitors.
- Disinfectant spray is available at convenient locations throughout Josaien for use by visitors.
- Please maintain distance between others when standing in line.
GETTING HERE
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 Sakuramachi Bus Terminal. Get off at Sakuramachi Bus Terminal, head towards Castle, follow signs to Sakuranobaba Josaien.
