5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Great city with a lot of history
Kitakyushu
Travel Guide
Visit Kitakyushu
Where to stay in Kitakyushu
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Kurosaki
4.5/5(2 area reviews)
When in Kurosaki, you can plan a visit to Kitakyushu Municipal Children's Culture and Science Museum and Centre for Contemporary Art Kitakyushu, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura
2-14-2 Asano Kitakyushu Fukuoka-ken
The price is AED 860 per night from Mar 7 to Mar 8
AED 860
per night
Mar 7 - Mar 8
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! (1,010 reviews)
I have stayed at the Kyoto location 2 weeks ago. really happy about this hotel in Kokura
Reviewed on 25 January 2026
JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura
Asano 1-1-1, Kokurakita-ku Kitakyushu Fukuoka
The price is AED 589 per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
AED 589
per night
Feb 15 - Feb 16
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! (1,176 reviews)
Convenient location and clean room. Access to the lounge is a nice touch.
Reviewed on 20 January 2026
Hotel Livemax Kokura-ekimae
2-3-2 Kyomachi, Kokurakita-ku Kitakyushu Fukuoka Prefecture
The price is AED 117 per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
AED 117
per night
Mar 16 - Mar 17
Stay at this hotel in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free WiFi, dry cleaning or laundry services, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Karato Fish Market and Amu Plaza ...
7.8/10 Good! (390 reviews)
Room ok. Language barrier, difficult check-in. Machine check-in, not user friendly.
Reviewed on 7 November 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Rakuten STAY Kokura Station
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! (276 reviews)
Great location, walking distance to Kokura station. 4-star cleanliness. Nice bathroom.
Reviewed on 21 December 2025
GRAND BASE Mojiko
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
FUKUOKA MOJIKO Stay
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! (36 reviews)
清潔な客室
Reviewed on 18 November 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Mojiko Retro
4.5/5(9 reviews)
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 Castle
4.5/5(9 reviews)
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.
Moji Port
Explore the waterfront in Kitakyushu with a trip to Moji Port. Experience the area's museums and theater scene.
Riverwalk Kitakyushu
4.5/5(10 reviews)
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.
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.
Kitakyushu City Art Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Kitakyushu City Art Museum during your trip to Kitakyushu. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
Reviews of Kitakyushu
4.4
Top Destination
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
