【Rugby World Cup 2019 SPECIAL EDITION】WELCOME TO KUMAMOTO!（A AREA DOWNTOWN NORTH）

［A AREA］DOWNTOWN NORTH

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Area A centers around the Kamitori Arcade, a covered shopping area built in 1998 with windowed roofing inspired by the naturally lit design of Paris’s Musée d’Orsay. On nearby Namikizaka and Kaminoura Dori, you’ll find a unique mix of old shops and new boutiques. The Suidocho area along Route 3 features a number of great places to eat as well!

■Kamitori 1-bangai Promotion Association
■Kamitori 1/2-chome Promotion Association
■Kamitori 3/4-chome Promotion Association
■Kamitori 5-chome Promotion Association
■Suidocho Shinwakai

（1）TSUNE

Beautifully arranged, meticulously crafted kaiseki meals made with plenty of Kumamoto Prefecture vegetables.

Minamitsuboimachi 6-4
TEL 096-353-0817
Hours: 11:30-14:00 (last entry 13:00) (lunch reserv. req’d 1 day in advance), 18:00-22:30 (last order: 22:00)
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（2）AGATO

Western fare and Japanese-style western dishes featur-ing slow-cooked demiglace sauce. Great wine, too!

Dollhouse 1F, Minamitsuboimachi 5-4
TEL: 096-359-7708
Hours: 11:30-15:00,
18:00-24:00 (last order: 23:00), closed Wed.
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（3）JUHACHIBAN

All-you-can-eat samgyeopsal for ¥2500 (tax inc, 2hr)! Try the Korean BBQ and authentic cheese dak-galbi!

Kamibayashimachi 3-33
TEL: 080-1547-0018
Hours: 17:00-24:00
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（4）TERUTERU SHOKUDO

Homestyle eatery offering set meals and more til 4AM. Very at-home atmosphere, even lone diners feel welcome!

Kamibayashimachi 3-33
TEL: 096-355-0099
Hours: 19:00-4:00, closed Tue, 1st Wed
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（5）JOBUNDO BOOKSTORE

Bookstore founded in 1877 that was frequented by Natsume Soseki. Features a wide selection of old books.

Kamitoricho 11−2
TEL: 096-352-1701
Hours: 10:00-19:00, closed Tue
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（6）rojipan

Popular bakery with 50-60 types of bread, from sweet to crusty. The Kokuto Bread, made with brown sugar, is a must!

Kamitoricho 11-3
TEL: 096-247-9275
Hours: 8:30-20:00, closed Wed
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（7）CHAO-LI

Authentic Szechuan and Chinese fusion cuisine. Famous for its kou shui ji and soupless dandan noodles.

Kamitoricho 11−6
TEL: 096-351-5015
Hours: 11:30-last order: 14:00, 18:00-last order: 22:00 (23:00 on Sat, Sun, day before hol), closed Tue
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（8）O2 NAGOMI

Recharge yourself in a high-concentration oxygen capsule. Massages available upon request.

Minamitsuboimachi 1-3-1
TEL: 096-326-2222
Hours: Open 10:00-19:00, contact us for holidays
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（9）OTANI MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

Prefecture’s #1 music shop with most sheet music in West Japan. Original Kumamon music merchandise available.

Kamitoricho 7-1
TEL: 096-355-2248
Hours: 10:00-19:00
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（10）HAYAKAWA SPORTS

Replica rugby jerseys for Japan, the All Blacks, Wales, and more, plus lots of RWC-related merchandise.

Kamitoricho 9-1
TEL: 096-324-3700
Hours: 10:00-20:00
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（11）KOMURASAKI

THE place for Kumamoto ramen! Even has vegetarian tonkotsu ramen for vegetarian ramen lovers!

Kamitoricho 8-16
TEL: 096-325-8972
Hours: 11:00-last order: 15:30, 18:00-last order: 21:30
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（12）SANSUITEI

Minced pork ramen covered with tender, flavorful pork is a popular dish. Pork buns available for sale in front of shop.

Kamitoricho 6-18
TEL: 096-325-1800
Hours: 11:00-last order: 21:00, closed: Tue
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（13）KAMOGAWA

Offering Kansai-style sukiyaki with Kamogawa’s own secret soup. The shabu-shabu is also excellent.

Kamitoricho 2-6
TEL: 096-354-2929
Hours: 11:00-14:30 (last order: 14:00), 17:00-21:30 (last order: 21:00)
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（14）KORANTEI

Enjoy authentic Chinese cuisine and Kumamoto’s famous Taipien noodles with views over a peaceful garden courtyard.

Kamitoricho 1-15
TEL: 096-352-3812
Hours: 11:00-21:30 (last order: 21:00)
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（15）JINN

Western-style restaurant open for over 50 years. A comfort-able atmosphere with many long-time customers.

Dojindo Bldg. 3F, Kamitoricho 2-7
TEL: 096-325-8121
Hours: 11:30-21:00 (lunch last order: 14:00, dinner: 20:30)
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（16）HORAKU MANJU

Making Horaku Manju, Kumamoto’s favorite sweet snack, for over half a century. Seating available inside.

Kamitoricho 5-4
TEL: 096-352-0380
Hours: 10:00-19:00 (closes when sold out)
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（17）PEARL

Casual hotel restaurant in Suidocho. Popular for quality cuisine prepared by the chef and friendly service.

Suidocho 14-1
TEL: 096-355-6783
Hours: 6:30-21:00 (lunch: 11:30-14:00, dinner: 17:00-last order: 20:30)
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（18）KUNIEDA FISH MARKET

Offering pro-selected and pro-prepared fish. Popular for its reasonable lunches and dinners and for its lively owner.

Tomoi Effort Bldg. 1F, Suidocho 8-3
TEL: 096-353-5313
Hours: 11:30-14:00 (last order: 13:30), 18:00-22:00 (last order: 21:00) (fish on sale from 9:00 until sold out)
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（19）INDY BELL

Petit European-style restaurant that will help you forget the bustle of downtown with handmade fare that will set you at ease.

Kanbido Bldg. 2F, Suidocho 2-11
TEL: 096-202-5716
Hours: 12:00-14:30 (last order: 14:00), 18:00-23:00 (last order: 22:00)
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（20）CAFÉ de SUIDOCHO

Known for its omurice and hamburg with housemade demi-glace. Run by a liquor store so drinks are especially cheap!

Iwanaga Bldg. 1F, Suidocho 1-17
TEL: 096-277-1788
Hours: 11:00-15:30 (last order: 15:00), 17:00-23:00 (last order: 22:00), Sat, Sun, hol:
11:00-23:00 (last order: 22:00, lunch-15:00)
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