{"product_id":"yatsushiro-private-shore-excursion-kumamoto-castle-7h","title":"Yatsushiro Private Shore Excursion to Kumamoto Castle 7H","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;div:has([data-free-thinking-preview-answer=true])+:is(.text-message,.relative:has(\u0026gt;.text-message))]:-mt-2 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"LR5Y_W_content markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eItinerary\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYatsushiro Port\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYatsushiro Port is a gateway to Kumamoto Prefecture and the starting point for your journey through the region’s history and culture.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKumamoto Castle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne of Japan’s most famous castles, Kumamoto Castle is renowned for its impressive stone walls, distinctive architecture, and rich samurai history. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSakuranobaba Josaien\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLocated at the foot of Kumamoto Castle, Sakuranobaba Josaien recreates the atmosphere of a traditional castle town. Visitors can discover Kumamoto’s local history, culture, cuisine, and specialties. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuizenji Jōjuen Garden\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis elegant Japanese landscape garden dates back to the 17th century and features a beautiful spring-water pond and scenery inspired by Mount Fuji and the historic Tōkaidō road. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYatsushiro Port\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReturn to Yatsushiro Port, marking the end of your tour through the highlights of Kumamoto.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e──────────────────\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin your private shore excursion with a convenient pickup directly from Yatsushiro Port. Travel in the comfort of your own private vehicle. Unlike a large group tour, there is no need to keep pace with other travelers, allowing you to enjoy each destination comfortably and at your own pace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTravel to Kumamoto City and begin at Kumamoto Castle, one of Japan’s most impressive historic castles. Originally completed in the early 17th century under the feudal lord Kato Kiyomasa, the castle is renowned for its massive stone walls and striking black-and-white exterior. Explore the castle grounds and main keep while learning about its long history and the ongoing restoration following the Kumamoto earthquakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue to Sakuranobaba Johsaien, located beside Kumamoto Castle. Enjoy free time at Sakuranokoji, where restaurants and shops offer Kumamoto specialties, local snacks, and souvenirs. The Kumamoto Castle Museum Wakuwakuza is also located here, although it is currently temporarily closed following the 2026 Kumamoto earthquake and is scheduled to reopen in December 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext, visit Suizenji Jojuen Garden, a traditional Japanese landscape garden created by the Hosokawa family in the early Edo period. Stroll around its spring-fed pond and beautifully landscaped grounds, including a miniature representation of Mount Fuji and scenery inspired by the historic Tokaido route.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter discovering Kumamoto’s castle history, local culture, and traditional garden scenery, return comfortably to Yatsushiro Port in time for your ship’s departure.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Japan Private Shore excursions","offers":[{"title":"Sedan up to 4","offer_id":67814051971134,"sku":null,"price":383.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Van up to 9","offer_id":67814052003902,"sku":null,"price":624.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0841\/6303\/5198\/files\/Yatsushiro7h7.jpg?v=1791257892","url":"https:\/\/japanprivateshoreexcursions.com\/products\/yatsushiro-private-shore-excursion-kumamoto-castle-7h","provider":"Japan Private Shore excursions","version":"1.0","type":"link"}