Kitakyushu

Travel Guide

Kokura Castle showing a castle, a pond and heritage architecture
Kitakyushu which includes city views, a river or creek and a city
Museum of Natural and Human History which includes interior views
Kitakyushu showing railway items
Space World which includes a city and rides

Where to stay in Kitakyushu

Kokura Castle showing a castle, a pond and heritage architecture

Kokura

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Discover the largest shopping areas in Kitakyūshū, such as Uomachi, and explore Tanga Market's fresh offerings. Stroll to Kokura Castle and Riverwalk Kitakyūshū shopping complex, just a ten-minute walk from JR Kokura Station.

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Moji

Stroll around the charming waterfront at Mojiko Retro, admiring historic buildings like the replica of Rome's Termini Station and the unique Blue Wing drawbridge. Enjoy the walkable neighborhood and explore the nearby Shiranoe botanical gardens.

Moji
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Yahatanishi

You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Yahatanishi. You might want to make time for a stop at Shiroyama Ryokuchi Park or Edo Light Museum.

Yahatanishi
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Kokuraminami Ward

Primarily rural and undeveloped, this ward boasts the picturesque Hiraodai karst plateau and Sugao no taki waterfall. Shimosone shopping mall offers retail options, while Kitakyūshū Airport provides convenient travel access.

Kokuraminami Ward
Yahatahigashi showing interior views

Yahatahigashi

Well-liked for its mountain views and museums, Yahatahigashi is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Mt. Sarakura and Museum of Natural and Human History, and jump on the metro at Edamitsu Station to get around the city.

Yahatahigashi
若松恵比須神社の拝殿
Photo by そらみみ (CC BY-SA)

Wakamatsu Ward

Discover Green Park's tropical house, rare plants, and wallaby enclosure, or explore the coastal wind farm and beaches in this ward of Kitakyūshū, Fukuoka, Japan.

Wakamatsu Ward
JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura

JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura

4 out of 5
Asano 1-1-1, Kokurakita-ku Kitakyushu Fukuoka
The price is AED 606 per night from Dec 7 to Dec 8
AED 606
AED 667 total
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,164 reviews)
Very convenient location in train station. Many restaurants nearby. The room had a very comfortable bed. Excellent breakfast.

Reviewed on 18 November 2025

JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura

3.5 out of 5
2-14-2 Asano Kitakyushu Fukuoka-ken
The price is AED 816 per night from Dec 20 to Dec 21
AED 816
AED 1,032 total
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Perfect location with delicious breakfast buffet.

Reviewed on 15 November 2025

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura
Hotel Relief Kokura Annex

Hotel Relief Kokura Annex

3 out of 5
12-16 Konyamachi, Kokurakita-ku Kitakyushu Fukuoka
The price is AED 103 per night from Nov 25 to Nov 26
AED 103
AED 113 total
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Tanga Market and Amu Plaza Kokura are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (170 reviews)
Lots of comic books! Drink and food service was great!

Reviewed on 2 April 2025

Hotel Relief Kokura Annex
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Rakuten STAY Kokura Station

Rakuten STAY Kokura Station

3 out of 5
1-chome-3-14 Komemachi Kokurakita Ward Kitakyushu Fukuoka
Stay at this aparthotel in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Karato Fish Market and Amu Plaza Kokura ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (247 reviews)
Room was spotless and comfortable. Carpet was stained so brought down initial perception, but otherwise room was great.

Reviewed on 2 November 2025

Rakuten STAY Kokura Station
FUKUOKA MOJIKO Stay

FUKUOKA MOJIKO Stay

3 out of 5
3-16 Moji Honmachi Kitakyushu Fukuoka
Stay at this apartment in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and slippers. Popular attractions Karato Fish Market and Kyushu Railway Memorial are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (34 reviews)
清潔な客室

Reviewed on 18 November 2025

FUKUOKA MOJIKO Stay
GRAND BASE Mojiko

GRAND BASE Mojiko

3 out of 5
11-28 Nishikimachi Kitakyushu Fukuoka
Stay at this apartment in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and slippers. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (115 reviews)
Mojiko offers an intriguing destination for visitors. However, this property requires significant updating. The furnishings show considerable wear, with noticeable stains and odors on both the sofa and carpeting. The inadequate soundproofing of windows allows excessive street noise to penetrate the ...

Reviewed on 3 November 2024

GRAND BASE Mojiko
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Popular places to visit

Mojiko Retro

Mojiko Retro

Learn about the local history of Kitakyushu when you take a trip to Mojiko Retro. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

Mojiko Retro
Kokura Castle which includes street scenes and a castle as well as a small group of people

Kokura Castle

You can find out about the history of Kitakyushu with a stop at Kokura Castle. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

Kokura Castle
Moji Port

Moji Port

Explore the waterfront in Kitakyushu with a trip to Moji Port. Experience the area's museums and theater scene.

Moji Port
Riverwalk Kitakyushu

Riverwalk Kitakyushu

During your visit to Kitakyushu, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Riverwalk Kitakyushu. Take in the museums while you're in the area.

Riverwalk Kitakyushu
Kawachi Wisteria Garden

Kawachi Wisteria Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Kawachi Wisteria Garden, a lovely green space in Kitakyushu. Discover the area's hot springs and mountain views.

Kawachi Wisteria Garden
Yasaka Shrine showing religious elements and a temple or place of worship

Yasaka Shrine

After visiting Yasaka Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kitakyushu. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

Yasaka Shrine

Reviews of Kitakyushu

4.4
Top Destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great city with a lot of history

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I visit the Kitakyushu area at least twice a month on business. I frequently stay at local hotels as my business (wedding minister), requires me to conduct weddings on both Saturdays and Sundays aas well as many Japanese national holidays. Nice place

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Although I was there on business for this latest trip, I have visited the area before when I had more time t explore. As a foreign visitor, (albeit one who has lived and worked in Japan for over 30 years), Kokura is one of my favorite locations.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

I travel to Kitakyushu and Fukuoka a couple of times a month for business. The areas around both cities offer several types of interesting places to visit on one's free time, from temples and castles to shopping and museums. Highly recommended to are

4/5 - Good

Yumi

Enjoyed castle. Our family history linked here

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