Kokura
Kitakyushu
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Kitakyushu Manga Museum
You can study the exhibits at Kitakyushu Manga Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Kitakyushu. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
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.
Atago Shrine
Atago Shrine is just one of the places to see in Kitakyushu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
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.
Kokura Hotel Deals
JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura
Coin laundry is convenient and the location of the hotel is excellent.
Reviewed on 25 March 2026
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura
Needed to pay 3000 yen per person to go to the pool that was listed as a property amenity. Only those who are on a higher floor have access included with their room. Since we weren't on a top floor room - just the 23rd floor, we were told we would need to pay extra to access it. Really, the pool ...
Reviewed on 13 March 2026
Nishitetsu Inn Kokura
Hotel Relief Kokura Annex
Appreciated for the free udon mee, coffee and curry rice provided. Nice concept but 1st time in my travelling got asked to leave the HOTEL LOBBY after checked out time
Reviewed on 4 February 2026
Hotel Livemax Kokura-ekimae
Room ok. Language barrier, difficult check-in. Machine check-in, not user friendly.
Reviewed on 7 November 2025
Toyoko Inn Kokura-eki Kita-guchi
Everything is good.
Reviewed on 16 December 2025
Other neighborhoods around Kokura
Itabitsu
When in Itabitsu, you can plan a visit to Kokura Castle and Riverwalk Kitakyushu, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Higashishinozaki
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Higashishinozaki and surrounding area, you can visit Tanga Market and Kokura Castle.
Shinozaki
While Shinozaki isn't home to many top sights, Itozu no mori Zoological Park and Kokura Racecourse are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Tobata
Travelers like the museums in Tobata, and Kitakyushu City Art Museum is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Dairishimmachi
While Dairishimmachi might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mikuni World Stadium Kitakyushu and Kitakyushu Manga Museum.
