Kato Shrine
Kato Shrine in Kumamoto Castle enshrines the castle's builder and first lord of the Kumamoto domain, Kato Kiyomasa.
The solemn figure of the castle from the shrine grounds is a truly wonderful scene. The shrine's guest hall opened in Fall 2024 and is a great place to take a break while enjoying breathtaking views of the castle. The shrine grounds also offer views of the castle keep and Uto Turret, a designated National Cultural Property that is currently under repair. The worship hall's 15m by 5m ceiling painting is also a must-see. The shrine is perfect for gatherings where guests can come to pray, then experience Kumamoto's history and culture as they explore the shrine's grounds.
Facility Introduction
- Maximum Capacity:
- Indoors: Tenjo Guest Hall up to 100 people (seated: 70 people, standing catering: 100 people), Outdoors: Shrine Grounds up to 200 people (standing catering)
- Usage Hours:
- Contact us for more information. (Until 9PM)
- Usage Fee:
- ¥11,000 (large platter) - ¥22,000 (course meal) *including meal and drink costs.
- Access:
- 2-1 Honmaru, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto-shi, Kumamoto-ken 860-0002
- Note:
- Shuttle bus services can also be provided for an additional fee. (The microbus seats up to 25 people)
Please contact us in advance to discuss the menu. - Contact:
- Kumamoto International Convention & Tourism Bureau
Phone: 096-359-1788
E-mail: mice★kumamoto-icb.or.jp (Please change the ★ to an @ when emailing us)
Point
Whether one is gazing from the new reception hall or the shrine grounds, Kato Shrine showcases a unique view of the castle keep and ongoing wall reconstruction for its guests.