【Rugby World Cup 2019 SPECIAL EDITION】WELCOME TO KUMAMOTO!(C AREA DOWNTOWN SOUTH)
[C AREA]DOWNTOWN SOUTH
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Area C covers the area south of Ginza Dori, which acts as the halfway point down the Shimotori Arcade. This area is home to many places to eat and really livens up at night. At the southern edge of Area C is Shower Dori, a chic, stylish street lined with interesting boutiques and beauty salons, and the Shinshigai Arcade ends at Hanabata Square & Symbol Promenade, where the Rugby World Cup 2019™ Fanzone is located.
- Shimotori 3-bangai Promotion Assoc.
- Shimotori 4-bangai Promotion Assoc.
- Shinshigai Promotion Assoc.
- Nishi Ginza Dori Group
- Ginnan Naka Dori Group
- Ginnan Minami Dori Group
- Korinji Dori Group
- Shower Dori Assoc.
(1)BASKIN-ROBBINS
World’s largest ice cream chain founded in the US. Always has a wide selection of colorful and tasty flavors.
Shimotori 1-9-17
TEL: 096-323-5010
Hours: 11:00-24:00
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(2)OLIVE
Offering market-fresh seafood and high quality Kurohana beef in a relaxed, casual bar-like atmosphere.
Tashiro Bldg. 1F, Shimotori 1-12-28
TEL: 096-327-0111
Hours: 18:00-2:00
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(3)KASHUEN
Featuring A4 & A5-level wagyu beef yakiniku. Meats are carefully cut and prepared to deliver the best in flavor.
K Bldg. 2F, Shimotori 1-11-16
TEL: 096-211-0718
Hours: 16:30-24:00 (Sat 12:00-, Sun/hol 12:00-22:00, last order: 30min prior to close)
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(4)OKAGESAN
Opened to support the farmers of Kumamoto and recovery after the earthquakes. Offering local dishes at friendly prices.
Harusame Bldg. 2F, Shimotori 1-11-15
TEL: 096-288-3923
Hours: 17:00-2:00 (Sat, Sun, day before hol til 6:00, last order: 30 min before close)
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(5)SAKURA
Authentic Italian at a reasonable price. Open for lunch and also makes a good stop for coffee or a drink.
Ikeo Bldg. B1F, Shinshigai 6-6
TEL: 096-245-7235
Hours: 11:30-last order: 22:30 (Fri, Sat, day before hol last order: 24:30) Closed 17:00-18:00 on weekdays
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(6)CENTER RIVER
Restaurant specializing in hamburg and steak. 100% beef hamburg steak comes with your choice of 3 tasty sauces.
Shinshigai 3-14
TEL: 096-212-5255
Hours: 11:00-22:30 (lunch til 16:00, last order: 22:00)
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(7)HIGOMARU NO FURUSATO
Shop offering many different kinds of Kumamoto souvenirs, with over 450 different kinds of crafts, foods, and more.
New Frontier Bldg. 1F & 2F, Shinshigai 3-10
TEL: 096-352-7700
Hours: 10:30-21:00
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(8)MATSUMOTO STEAK
Steak shop specializing in rare-cooked steak. Value-priced sets starting at 100g and lunch specials available.
HAPPY-1 Bldg. 1F, Shimotori 2-1-29
TEL: 096-328-1771
Hours: 11:00-3:00
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(9)AKA NOREN
Straight, medium-thick noodles in a creamy soup. The perfect ramen to end an evening out on the town.
Shinshigai 8-1
TEL: 096-322-9662
Hours: 12:00-15:00, 18:00-1:30 (Fri, Sat til 2:30)
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(10)YASHI NO KI
Meat dishes like basashi and Akaushi wagyu at reasonable prices. The Asian resort-styled interior is charming, too.
Kumamoto Daiichi Farm Bldg. B1F, Shinshigai 9-4
TEL: 096-356-8884
Hours: 18:00-1:00 (Fri, Sat, day before hol til 3:00, last order: 1hr before close)
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(11)FRESHNESS BURGER
Quarter-pounder burger topped with fresh veggies is a popular order. Separate smoking & non-smoking areas.
Denkikan Bldg. 1F, Shinshigai8-2
TEL: 096-355-2141
Hours: 9:00-22:00
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(12)JOYSOUND
Karaoke rooms that fit up to 35 people. Open from the afternoon and offers lunch to daytime karaoke fans.
Shinshigai 4-13
TEL: 096-352-4466
Hours: 11:00-4:00 (Fri, Sat, day before hol til 6:00)
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(13)TORITEI
Diners love the charcoal-grilled koroyaki chicken! Check out the excellent selection of sake and shochu as well.
Fujimoto Bldg. 1F, Shinshigai 1-2
TEL: 096-355-2202
Hours: 17:30-1:00
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(14)MATSUMOTO CHICKEN
Famous for its fried chicken wings and Kumamoto tonkotsu gyoza. All-you-can-drink 1 hour only ¥700!
Lofty Bldg. 1F, Shimotori 1-11-21
TEL: 096-227-6017
Hours: 17:30-24:00 (Sat til 1:00)
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(15)DAISHO SUISAN
Izakaya offering fresh seafood at reasonable prices. All-you-can-drink no-time-limit plans available!
Hokusho Bldg. 1F, Shinshigai 1-3
TEL: 096-312-0851
Hours: 11:30-23:00
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(16)GOROHACHI
Open for 69 years, serving local dishes like basashi, horsemeat steak, Amakusa seafood, and more. Picture menu available.
Ginnan Kaikan B1F, Hanabatacho 12-8
TEL: 096-321-8568
Hours: 17:30-22:30 (last order: 22:00), closed Sun
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(17)RYORI TENGOKU
Casual spot offering handmade local fare. Also open for lunch and is loved by local residents.
Gasodo Bldg. 1F, Hanabatacho 12-15
TEL: 096-356-9311
Hours: 11:00-15:00, 17:00-24:00 (last order: 23:10)
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(18)BAR VESPA
Super authentic bar with over 40 years of history and sister shops in Sapporo, Tokyo, Kyoto, and Fukuoka.
Daiichi Ginnan Bldg. B1F, Hanabatacho 13-26
TEL: 096-325-9735
Hours: 17:00-1:00 (hol til 24:00), closed Sun
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(19)SAKASO 1F
Eatery focused on seafood from nearby Amakusa. Tasty sushi and good sake make this place a popular spot.
Matsushita Bldg. 1F, Shinshigai 4-18
TEL: 096-352-7117
Hours: 17:00-24:00 (last order: 23:30)
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(20)SHARAKU
Offering locally sourced dishes, like Amakusa seafood, in a refined atmosphere. Has multi-language menu.
Shinshigai Parking 1F, Shinshigai 2-8
TEL: 0120-014-159
Hours: 16:00-23:30 (Fri, Sat til 24:00, last order: 30min before close), closed Mon (or next day if holiday)
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(21)MAGOSABURO
Purchases Kurohana wagyu beef by the cow to provide a variety of rare and delicious cuts at low prices.
Sunlight Bldg. 1F, Shinshigai 1-36
TEL: 096-355-0536
Hours: 17:00-23:30 (last order: 22:30)
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(22)BAR MOCO
Casual bar suitable for lone drinkers and groups. ¥500 door charge, shots from ¥600. Has English menu.
Kakoi Bldg. B1F, Shimotori 1-11-3
TEL: 096-356-2448
Hours: 20:00-1:00, closed Sun
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(23)OSHOSHINA
Working-class izakaya boasting 80 different dishes and 70 drinks. All-you-can-drink plan and ¥500 1kg fries available.
Kakoi Bldg. 1F, Shimotori 1-11-3
TEL: 096-356-2337
Hours: 18:00-6:00 (Fri, Sat, day before hol til 8:08, last order: 1hr before close)
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(24)HASHIMOTO
Teppan shop that cooks wagyu, lobster, abalone, and more right in front of you. Course or a la carte OK.
Kakoi Bldg. 2F, Shimotori 1-11-3
TEL: 096-351-7178
Hours: 18:00-21:00, closed Sun (sometimes on holidays)
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(25)SHIMAUTA DAICHAN
Authentic Okinawan cuisine made with Okinawan ingredients. Over 100 dishes and plenty of awamori to choose from.
Kai Bldg. B1F A, Shimotori 1-11-8
TEL: 096-352-0170
Hours: 17:00-5:00 (last order: 4:00)
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(26)MIZUKI
Serves Kuroge wagyu beef aged for 40 days to concen-trate the umami and develop flavor perfect for yakiniku.
Amenity Shinshigai 2F, Shinshigai 12-10
TEL: 096-321-6930
Hours: 11:30-15:00, 18:00-24:00 (Sat, Sun, hol from 17:00, last order: 30min before close)
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(27)AMOSHI
Featuring fusion cuisine made with seasonal local ingredients and a wine list hand-picked by the owner.
Shower Valley Bldg. 2F, Shimotori 2-7-32
TEL: 096-354-0678
Hours: 18:00-1:00 (last order: 24:00)
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(28)CHOCOLAT
French bistro utilizing local Kumamoto ingredients. The waffles and galettes hot off the grill are to die for!
Shower Side Terrace 1F, Shimotori 2-5-10
TEL: 096-355-3157
Hours: 12:00-23:00 (last order: 22:00)
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(29)MARUMIYA COFFEE
Coffee shop offering house-roasted beans. Over 40 different varieties to choose from, plus plenty of good souvenirs.
Shinshigai 13-10
TEL: 096-356-3377
Hours: 11:00-18:30 (Sun, hol til 18:00)
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