User Benefits in Kumamoto

Introduction

AMU PLAZA Kumamoto is located right in front of Kumamoto Station and has many shops ranging from fashion to gourmet food, miscellaneous goods, and amusement. The most attractive feature of this facility is its large atrium space known as the “Boken no Mori” (Adventure Forest), which connects the first to seventh floors. It’s about 35 meters high, and a 10-meter-wide waterfall inspired by Nabegataki Falls, a tourist spot in Kumamoto, flows down from a height of 10 meters, making it a thrilling experience. There are also lots of fun features, such as a giant ceramic plate with an illustration from the popular manga, ONE PIECE, drawn by Kumamoto-born cartoonist Eiichiro Oda, an outdoor garden called “Oyane Terrace,” and “experiential content” hidden in seven locations in the building! “Hidden Kumamon” are also scattered throughout each floor.
“Higo Yokamon Ichiba” is a souvenir shop and food hall that is directly connected to Kumamoto Station. It features an assortment of 60 shops and stalls that offer souvenirs from Kumamoto, including famous sweets, local specialties, as well as craft sake, and allow you to enjoy local delicacies such as horse sashimi, seafood, and ramen. “Higo Yokamon Ichiba” is conveniently located in front of the ticket gate for Kumamoto Station where the Shinkansen bullet train also makes stops. You’ll be greeted by Kumamon at the entrance, so feel free to use this as a photo spot.

Target Product

JR Kyushu Rail Pass (All, North, South)
Sanyo–San’in Northern Kyushu Pass

Introduction

Reminiscent of the old castle town, Josaien is a tourist facility that welcomes many tourists. Sakura no Kohji in this facility is a complex consisting of seven restaurants and 16 commodity retail stores that feature the unique tastes of Kumamoto. It is a treasurehouse of gourmet foods and souvenirs filled with "the only things available here."

Target Product

JR Kyushu Rail Pass (All, North, South)
Sanyo–San’in Northern Kyushu Pass

Introduction

Conveniently located next to Kumamoto Station! We look forward to welcoming you with our extensive selection of products!

Target Product

JR Kyushu Rail Pass (All, North, South)
Sanyo–San’in Northern Kyushu Pass

Introduction

This store is 700 meters away and it takes 10 minutes on foot from ""Sakuramachi Bus Terminal"" and located in Shimotori Arcade. Restaurants and hotels are located nearby so that this area is popular among lots of tourists. This store sells trendy items such as cosmetics and anime (character) goods which is popular among Japanese people in their teens and twenties. We also sell wide range of goods like beauty electric appliances and branded item as well as food and medical goods. We look forward to seeing you. Tax-free shopping, Wi-Fi and interpretation app (application) are available here. Therefore, you can enjoy shopping without worrying about language barrier. When you travel Kumamoto, please visit Don quijote, Shimotori branch.

Target Product

JR Kyushu Rail Pass (All, North, South)
Sanyo–San’in Northern Kyushu Pass

Introduction

An all-you-can-eat course is also available, allowing you to fully savor the deliciousness of high-quality meat. You can eat your fill and enjoy the unique taste and diverse selection that only a specialty restaurant can offer.
It’s also close to the Greenland Resort, so why not enjoy a hearty meal of delicious grilled meats after having fun at an amusement park.

Target Product

JR Kyushu Rail Pass (All, North, South)
Sanyo–San’in Northern Kyushu Pass

Introduction

Suizenji Jojuen Garden is a strolling garden that was built by three generations of lords from the Higo Hosokawa clan, starting with Hosokawa Tadatoshi, Lord of the Kumamoto Domain. In this garden, you can enjoy a graceful stroll around a pond that is fed by underground spring water coming from Mt. Aso while taking in views of the garden’s features, including tsukiyama (an artificial hill), ukiishi (partially submerged stones), and pine trees.

Target Product

JR Kyushu Rail Pass (All, North, South)
Sanyo–San’in Northern Kyushu Pass

Introduction

You have a 98% or more chance of seeing dolphins, throughout the year Charming wild dolphins will swim close around you. You may even have a chance to see their spectaculars jumps!

Target Product

JR Kyushu Rail Pass (All, North, South)
Sanyo–San’in Northern Kyushu Pass

Introduction

Cruise and enjoy breathtaking scenery of the 5 bridges with the breathtaking views.

Target Product

JR Kyushu Rail Pass (All, North, South)
Sanyo–San’in Northern Kyushu Pass

Introduction

You can enjoy the only bear cub petting area in western Japan as well as up-close experiences with a variety of other animals. The free animal shows that are performed every day are a must-see. We also recommend the dynamic sightseeing flight, where you can ride in a helicopter and experience the great land of Aso, which has been designated as a Global Geopark.

Target Product

JR Kyushu Rail Pass (All, North, South)
Sanyo–San’in Northern Kyushu Pass

Introduction

An outdoor activity shop to help customers experience the great nature of Aso, including hot air balloon rides, paragliding, and mountain biking. All these activities need reservations. Book by e-mail at “reserve-anl@aso.ne.jp” or on the website(English).

*Hot Air Balloon Ride Experience is held in the early mornings only.　（Experience conducted between sunrise and 7:30. It likely had to change the time deppending the season）
*Special bonus can only be used when the website reservation is for ""Aso Natureland.

If making a reservation by e-mail, please note:
-Reservations may be made only in English.
When making a reservation, the following information must be provided in an email by 12:00 of the day prior to your reservation (the prior business day).　　
*However, if you wish to make a Friday reservation, the reservation must be made two days in advance (by 12:00 of the Wednesday prior)
・ Where you are staying (name of hotel, etc.) and the name the accommodation booking was made under
・Preferred date
・Number of people in your party(13 years old and over / 7 - 12 years old / 4 - 6 years old / Under 3 years old)
・E-mail address where we can contact you up to the day of the booking
( Reply will be sent from ""reserve2-anl@aso.ne.jp"".)
・Whether or not you have a JR-Kyushu Rail Pass

-Cancellations by the customer must be made by 12:00 on the day before your reservation (the prior business day).
*You will go directly to the meeting/experience site.
-The meeting/experience site is not at Aso Nature Land.　
-Google Map URL：https://maps.app.goo.gl/jGYweYYHfZ7zidKr7
*When meeting place would be changed, we will announce on the step of reservation.
*As these activities are held early in the morning, public transportation is not available.
*The execution of these activities (whether they will be executed or canceled) will be determined by 17:00 of the day before they are set to be executed (the prior business day).(If the reservation date is Friday, this day will be Wednesday, two days before.)
-You will be notified by email between 12:00-17:00 on the day before your reservation date.
-Once it has been determined that execution will proceed, you will be provided with information on the meeting time.
*Please be aware that even after an experience has been scheduled, changes in weather conditions may result in the experience being canceled on the morning of the day it was scheduled to take place.

Target Product

JR Kyushu Rail Pass (All, North, South)
Sanyo–San’in Northern Kyushu Pass

Introduction

This is the largest amusement park in western Japan, located on the border of Fukuoka Prefecture and Kumamoto Prefecture. The vast grounds feature over 70 different attractions.

Target Product

JR Kyushu Rail Pass (All, North, South)
Sanyo–San’in Northern Kyushu Pass

Introduction

There are car rental offices at the major stations within the Kyushu service area, so the rental is very convenient for sightseeing and trips by car.
[13 car rental offices within Kyushu Prefecture]

＊The target sales offices for the special offer are 13 sales offices.

Target Product

JR Kyushu Rail Pass (All, North, South)
Sanyo–San’in Northern Kyushu Pass

Introduction

Directly connected to JR Kumamoto Station and a zero-minute walk from the Shirakawa Exit (East Exit).
As soon you step into the lobby, you’ll see andon lanterns that will remind you of the 1,000 Lantern Dance of the Yamaga Lantern Festival, and you’ll take in a view of the sky of Kumamoto spreading out as far as the eye can see.
Our staff will also be a ""lamp"" to welcome you with warm hospitality.

Target Product

JR Kyushu Rail Pass (All, North, South)
Sanyo–San’in Northern Kyushu Pass