Chuo Ward, Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture, is one of the administrative districts that make up Kumamoto City. It is adjacent to Higashi Ward and Nishi Ward and is located in the city's center. Public roads are abundant, making it extremely convenient for car travel. It is also a place rich in nature, with mountains and lakes. A popular tourist spot is Kumamoto Castle, where you can admire the beautiful cherry blossoms in spring. Events in the city include the Jonancho Hino Kimi Festival. Kumamoto Castle and the surrounding Tsuboi River and Shirakawa River were once a castle town, with the castle and the surrounding rivers representing the inner and outer moats. The town is home to an office district and a busy shopping district, making it a thriving center of the city. Famous people from the area include singer Suizenji Kiyoko, known by her nickname Cheetah.