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OMO5 Kumamoto by Hoshino Resorts

Kumamon comes to "OMO 5 Kumamoto" every Friday.

Activities at Hoshino Resorts' town hotel "OMO5 Kumamoto by Hoshino Resorts", "What's Kumamon? introduces Kumamon, who is always working hard for Kumamoto in the shadows, in a fun and deep way with quizzes. The activity will delve deeper into the things that interest you, such as Kumamon's work and his connection with the city. Admission is free, and the event is open to visitors not staying at the hotel. This is the only place where you can meet Kumamon, who wears a matching happi with the hotel Staff/staff member "OMO Ranger". This is your chance to get up close and personal with Kumamon.

OMO5 Kumamoto by Hoshino Resorts

• 5-1 Tetori-Honcho, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture MAP
• 1 minute walk from "Tsurimachi-suji" streetcar stop.
• Every Friday from 17:30 (for 30 minutes)
• Free of charge
• 050-3134-8095
• No parking (affiliated parking available)
• No capacity, but admission may be restricted for outpatient use during busy times.

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KUMAMON SQUARE

The number one chance to meet Kumamon, the base of his activities in Kumamoto.

The Kumamon activity base reopened in July 2023. In addition to a wide variety of Kumamon goods that can only be purchased here, visitors can experience the world of Kumamon through the circular stage in the center of the Property and AR-compatible equipment using a large screen. This is a must-see attraction for fans, who can see Kumamon almost every day if they time their visit right. The schedule of Kumamon's presence is posted on the website, so it is recommended to check the schedule in advance. In addition, there are photo spots, a food corner, and photos of Kumamon's travels around the world on display.

Kumamon Square

• Tetoria Kumamoto Bldg. 1F, 8-2 Tetorihonmachi, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture MAP
• 2 min. walk from "Suido-cho" streetcar stop.
• 10:00-19:00 *Subject to change
• Year-end and New Year's holidays
• Free of charge
• 096-327-9066
• None

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Daimonji

The fun of making your own okonomiyaki. Try your hand at making your own Kumamon okonomiyaki!

Established in 1957, this long-established okonomiyaki restaurant is loved by Kumamoto citizens. One of the hottest items among Kumamon fans is the Kumamon okonomiyaki, which you can cook yourself. You pour the batter into a custom-made Kumamon mold, and when the batter is cooked, you can decorate it with sauce, ketchup, or whatever you like. If you cook it yourself, you will love it even more and it will taste even better. The difficult part is to remove the dough from the mold, but the experienced Staff/staff members will teach you how to do that. Why don't you try making Kumamon okonomiyaki as a memory of your trip?

Daimonji

• 2F Kato Building, 5-6 Tetori-Honcho, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture MAP
• 1 minute walk from "Tsurimachi-suji" streetcar stop.
• 11:00 - 20:45 (L.O.20:00), Friday - Sunday, Holidays - 21:30 (L.O.20:45)
• Closed on weekends and holidays
• 096-352-5123
• None

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Cafe SWITCH

Your own personalized Kumamon latte that is as adorable as it is fun to look at!

This hideaway cafe is located at the end of an alley in a building on Kamidori, an arcade shopping street in the center of Kumamoto City. The quality of the latte artwork is high, and the Kumamon on the back menu is particularly popular for being extremely cute. Since each cup is brewed carefully, the expression and atmosphere of each Kumamon is unique. You will feel like you are missing out on your own special cup of coffee. There is no extra charge for the latte art, and the price of the regular menu is the same as the price of the latte. If you wish to have your latte art done, just add the words "Please make it a Kumamon latte art" to your order.

Cafe SWITCH

• 1-24 Kamidori-machi, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture MAP
• 2 min. walk from "Tsurimachi-suji" streetcar station.
• 10:30 - 21:00, Monday and Sunday - 20:00, Friday and Saturday - 22:00
• January 1
• 096-354-7731
• None

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Sakurababa Josaien (MONARIO, Shunsaikan)

Adorable and Delicious Kumamon Ningyoyaki

You can find adorable Kumamon gourmet foods at "Sakura-no Koji," a collection of restaurants and souvenir stores in Josaien, a sightseeing Exchange Property.
Recommended is the Kumamon doll yaki sold at "MONARIO," a popular soy milk fruit pudding store. The dough made from Kumamoto flour and rice flour is crispy around the edges and moist inside. There are five standard flavors: red bean paste, chocolate, cream, sweet potato, and cheese. Seasonal limited flavors are also available.

Kumamon steamed buns in the same color and shape

Another recommendation is the freshly steamed "Kumamon steamed buns" offered at the Shunsaikan souvenir store, also located in Sakura-no Koji. Each bun is handmade by craftsmen, and their adorable expressions are so cute that it is a shame to eat them. The special red beef from Kumamoto is used to make the sweet bean paste, and the sweet and chewy dough is a perfect match. When you bite into a piece of the glutinous skin, the flavor of red beef fills your mouth and makes you feel relaxed. We recommend that you go in the morning, as quantities are limited and they sell out every day.

Sakura no Baba Josaien (MONARIO, Shunsaikan)

• 1-1 Ninomaru, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture MAP
• 10 minutes walk from "Kumamoto Castle/Shiyakusho-mae" streetcar station.
• 9:00-18:00 *Sales at "Shunsaikan" are from 17:00
• No holidays
• 096-288-5577
• Charged

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Toyota Rent-A-Clease Kumamoto Daikobashi

Let's get on the "Kumamon Rent-a-Car" and go out to the city of Kumamoto!

Rental cars are indispensable for travel. Did you know that Kumamoto has special rental cars wrapped with Kumamon?
There are a total of six different classes of cars, ranging from mini cars to SUV types, so you can choose a car model according to the number of people and purpose of your trip. You can rent a car at all Toyota Rent-A-Car Kumamoto stores. Moreover, the car is equipped with the "NP1" driving partner, which can be operated only by voice, making it comfortable and safe even on the road for the first time. Moreover, as you drive the car, Kumamon will guide you with information about Kumamoto in "Mon" language, making you feel like you are traveling with Kumamon. It is sure to be a memorable drive.

Toyota Rent-A-Clease Kumamoto Daikobashi

• 1-5-16 Shinyashiki, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture MAP
• 6 min. walk from "Suido-cho" streetcar stop.
• 8:00-19:00, Dec. 31-18:00, Jan. 1 9:00-19:00
• No holidays
• 12 hours 5,900 yen and up
• 096-371-0100
• For more information about Kumamon Rent-a-Car ( https://kumamon-land.jp/kumamonrentacar/ )

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Tsuruya Department Store (Kumamon goods corner)

Get wrapped in limited edition Tsuruya Department Store x Kumamon wrapping paper

The Kumamon goods corner is located in the toy section on the 6th floor of the Tsuruya Department Store's main building. A wide variety of Kumamon goods are available, including plush toys, stationery, towels, and socks. Among them are unique items such as Hanatebako, a folk craft from Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, with a Kumamon design on it, and a Kumamon face mask that allows you to care for your skin while transforming into Kumamon. In addition, secretly popular among fans is the Kumamon-patterned wrapping paper available only at Tsuruya Department Store. The free wrapping makes it a perfect gift.

Tsuruya Department Store (Kumamon Goods Corner)

• Tsuruya Department Store 6F, 6-1 Tetorihonmachi, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture MAP
• 1 minute walk from "Tsurimachi-suji" streetcar stop.
• 10:00-19:00, Friday and Saturday-19:30
• Unscheduled (closed 1 or 2 days a month), year-end and New Year's holidays
• 096-356-2111 (main phone number)
• Charged
• Please check the website in advance for holidays.