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Higo Yokamon Market

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Higo Yokamon Market

An ekinaka (station complex) facility full of gourmet food and souvenirs, showcasing the best of Kumamoto's attractions.

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Opened in 2018, Higo Yokamon Market is a commercial facility located under the elevated tracks of JR Kumamoto Station, spanning 7,500 square meters and housing about 60 attractive stores.

The concept is "a market gathering Kumamoto's best recommendations and delicious foods." It includes specialty shops selling Kumamoto's famous sweets, karashi renkon (mustard-filled lotus root), local sake, and shochu. Near the entrance, there is a general souvenir shop stocked with plenty of Kumamon merchandise, making it a convenient place to find Kumamoto souvenirs. The dining options are varied, featuring local specialties like horse sashimi and Kumamoto ramen, as well as popular chain restaurants, catering to both tourists and locals.

Located across the concourse from the JR Shinkansen and local train ticket gates, it's perfect for last-minute souvenir shopping or grabbing a bite before departing Kumamoto. Additionally, the "Kumamoto Station General Tourist Information Center" is situated here, making it a great stop to prepare for your Kumamoto sightseeing.

Highlights

  • A commercial facility located under the elevated tracks of JR Kumamoto Station.
  • Features about 60 retail and dining establishments.
  • Ideal for souvenir shopping, located directly opposite the JR Shinkansen and local train ticket gates.
  • Includes a tourist information center, convenient for planning your Kumamoto sightseeing.

Photos

  • Convenient facility right in front of Kumamoto Station ticket gates

    Convenient facility right in front of Kumamoto Station ticket gates

  • Store filled with plenty of Kumamon merchandise

    Store filled with plenty of Kumamon merchandise

  • Variety of specialty sweets and local products

    Variety of specialty sweets and local products

  • Restaurants offering local dishes like horse sashimi

    Restaurants offering local dishes like horse sashimi

  • Specialty store for karashi renkon

    Specialty store for karashi renkon

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Do you have signs or pamphlets in foreign languages? (If you do, which languages are available?)
A

The facility uses pictogram signs for guidance. You can also access floor guide information in English, Korean, Simplified Chinese, and Traditional Chinese by scanning QR codes located near each entrance.

Q

Is there parking available?
A

Yes, the JR Kumamoto Station Building 1-3 parking lots are affiliated. Parking fees are 150 yen per 30 minutes, with a maximum of 800 yen per 12 hours. Discount services are available for purchases and dining.
If you use JR Kyushu's limited express or Shinkansen, the parking fee is 700 yen per 12 hours (not combinable with purchase or dining discounts).

Q

Are there coin lockers?
A

Yes, coin lockers are available within Higo Yokamon Market (usable from 7:00am to 11:00pm). For after-hours access, use the coin lockers near the Shirakawa and Shinkansen exits of JR Kumamoto Station.

Q

Is free WiFi available in the facility?
A

Yes, it is.

Q

Can I bring a pet?
A

Pets are not allowed due to the presence of food and dining establishments.

Q

Are there nursing rooms?
A

Yes, within the restrooms. For diaper-changing facilities or children's toilets, please use the restrooms on the 3rd, 5th, 6th, and 7th floors of the adjacent station building.

Q

I lost something. Who should I contact?
A

For same-day lost and found items, contact "Amu Plaza Kumamoto 1F Information." For items lost on previous days, contact the "Lost and Found Office."
Amu Plaza Kumamoto 1F Information: 096-206-2800 (Hours: 10:00am - 8:00pm)
Lost and Found Office: 096-206-2560 (Hours: 9:00am - 8:00pm)

Reviews

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  • 安西老師

    市場內還有許多專賣熊本特色美食的攤位。你可以品嚐到地道的馬肉料理、辛子蓮根等傳統美食，這些美食都帶有濃郁的地方風味，讓人食指大動。

Details

Name in Japanese
肥後よかモン市場
Postal Code
860-0047
Address
3-15-30 Kasuga, Nishi-ku, Kumamoto City, Kumamoto
Telephone
096-206-2800 (Amu Plaza Kumamoto 1F Information)
Closed
Open every day (Varies by some store)
Business Hours
Sales 9:00am-8:00pm, Foods & Drinks 11:00am-11:00pm（Varies by some store）
Access
Directly connected to JR Kumamoto Station.
Credit Cards
Accepted（excluding some stores）
Official Website
Official Website (English)

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