Kumamoto Castle is known not only for its majestic appearance, but also for its autumn foliage in fall. The contrast between the stone walls and the autumn leaves is like a painting. The historic castle walls are in harmony with nature, which turns red and yellow, and attracts visitors.

Highlight 1: Giant ginkgo tree, the symbol of Kumamoto Castle

The ginkgo tree is said to have been planted by Kiyomasa Kato. The golden leaves adorn the castle and the view is a must-see.

Highlight 2: Illuminated castle interior

Bamboo lights” are installed in various places in the castle.

The warm light illuminates the place and you will experience a different charm from the daytime.

Highlight 3: Kumamoto Castle above the clouds

Kumamoto is rich in underground water. For a limited time only, Japan's largest artificial sea of clouds will appear using water from Kumamoto Castle's wells.

The hotel building is hosting a Kumamoto Castle-themed event. If you join us before or after your stroll around Kumamoto Castle, your Kumamoto sightseeing experience will surely be more fulfilling. We hope you will enjoy your autumn trip to Kumamoto with OMO as your base, just a 5-minute walk from Kumamoto Castle.

On the terrace, beautifully lit up to match the night view of Kumamoto Castle, you can spend a special time enjoying original drinks while listening to live performances by local artists.

We will talk about the history and charm of Kumamoto Castle and the city of Kumamoto in an easy-to-understand manner, including the personality of Kiyomasa Kato, the general who built Kumamoto Castle, the secret of Kumamoto Castle's strength, and why Kumamoto is called the underground water city.