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Sakuranobaba Johsaien, Kumamoto

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#1 of 67 in Museums in Kumamoto Prefecture
History Museum · Visitor Center
Experience a taste of the old days at Sakuranobaba Johsaien, an Edo-themed complex allowing visitors to travel back in time. Begin your tour at the interactive display allowing you to see what life in a typical castle town must have been like centuries ago. You can also watch a live performance incorporating ninja and samurai traditions, browse many souvenir shops, and drop into any one of the cafes and restaurants lining the town's streets. If you're looking for great gift ideas, consider picking up some lotus root or a bottle of local wine. To visit Sakuranobaba Johsaien on your trip to Kumamoto, use our Kumamoto trip builder.
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  • By Lawrence-Angeline
    If you don't have much time in Kumamoto and have a few hours to kill, this is the place for you. Lots of eateries and souvenirs. Great for families with older people and younger kids as it is...  more »
  • By G_Intl_Travel
    This place is meant for the bus loads of tourists to disembark before entering the castle. There are plenty of restaurants and souvenir shops but all meant for foreign tourists. I wouldn’t eat or buy....  more »
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  • By S U
    So many local food shops and restaurants. most of shops accepts credit card. i really liked the soy shop which the soy milk was really good and the tofu with Miso which is like cheese but much more healthy was also wonderful. most of the shops allow you to try the food but they won't force you to buy it and they are so friendly!!
  • By marcia loh
    It was quiet when we arrived. We felt that the closed Kumamoto Castle beside has affected its business there. There are still a lot of shops open for business but it is a place that you can complete in 30minutes if you do not dine there.
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