Sakuranobaba-Johsaien, Kumamoto

Name: Sakuranobaba-Johsaien
Address: 1-14 Ninomaru, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto, 860-0008, Japan
Telephone: +81 96-322-5060

#22 among attractions in Kumamoto

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Sakuranobaba-Johsaien (address: 1-14 Ninomaru, Chuo-ku) is a place located in Kumamoto (Kumamoto prefecture) and belongs to the category of museum, visitor center.

It is situated at an altitude of 56 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 32°48'13"N latitude and 130°42'14"E longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Sakuranobaba-Johsaien is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Hanabatacho (tram, 5 min walk), 市役所前 (bus, 6 min walk), Fujisakigu-mae (train, 17 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Kumamoto Castle (forts and castles, 4 min walk), Katō Shrine (temple, 5 min walk), Kumamoto Prefectural Museum of Art (museum, 9 min walk).

Coordinates: 32°48'13"N, 130°42'14"E

Address

1-14 Ninomaru, Chuo-kuKumamoto 860-0008 Japan

Contact

+81 96-322-5060

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Sakuranobaba-Johsaien – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kumamoto Castle, Kumamoto Prefectural Museum of Art, Fujisaki Hachimangū, Honmyō-ji.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Sakuranobaba-Johsaien?

Nearby attractions include Kumamoto Castle, Kumamoto (4 min walk), Katō Shrine, Kumamoto (5 min walk), Kumamoto Prefectural Museum of Art, Kumamoto (9 min walk), Hosokawa Gyōbutei, Kumamoto (12 min walk).

How to get to Sakuranobaba-Johsaien by public transport?

The nearest stations to Sakuranobaba-Johsaien:

Tram

Hanabatacho • Lines: 2, 3 (5 min walk)
Kumamoto Castle / City Hall • Lines: 2, 3 (5 min walk)

Bus

市役所前 • Lines: J1-2, J2-2, 味4 (6 min walk)
Sakura Machi Bus Station (6 min walk)

Train

Fujisakigu-mae (17 min walk)
Kami-Kumamoto (27 min walk)