Itabitsu Travel Guide
Kitakyushu
Popular places to visit

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.

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

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

Riverwalk Kitakyushu
During your visit to Kitakyushu, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home 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.

Yasaka Shrine
You can learn about the history of Kitakyushu with a stop at Yasaka Shrine. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
Top hotels in Itabitsu

JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Rakuten STAY Kokura Station
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Hotel Relief Kokura Annex
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2025

Premier Hotel Mojiko
Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Toyoko Inn Kokura-eki Kita-guchi
Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Itabitsu

Kokura
Well liked for its breweries and hot springs, Kokura is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Kokura Castle and Yasaka Shrine, and jump on the metro at Tanga Station to get around the city.

Shinozaki
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Shinozaki and surrounding area, you can visit Itozu no mori Zoological Park and Kokura Racecourse.

Higashishinozaki
Higashishinozaki might not have many top sights, but Tanga Market and Kokura Castle are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Tobata
Travellers like the museums in Tobata, and Kitakyushu City Art Museum is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Shioimachi
While Shioimachi isn't home to many top sights, The Outlets Kitakyushu and Kitakyushu City Art Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Kokuraminami Ward
Check out the parks during your time in Kokuraminami Ward. Hop around the Kitakyushu area on the metro at Yobuno Station to see top sights like Kokura Racecourse and Hiraodai Countryside Park.
- Shimonoseki Marine Science Museum
- Kokura Castle
- Sea Mall Shimonoseki
- Kokura Racecourse
- Riverwalk Kitakyushu
- Shimonoseki Fish Market
- Kanmon Bridge
- Tanga Market
- Mt. Sarakura
- Kitakyushu Manga Museum
- The Outlets Kitakyushu
- Hiraodai Countryside Park
- Kitakyushu City Art Museum
- Global Arena
- Ganryujima
- Kirara Beach Yakeno
- Kitakyushu International Conference Center
- Akama Shrine
- Kitakyushu Environment Museum
- Mojiko Retro Observatory
- JASDF Tsuiki Air Base
- Mikuni World Stadium Kitakyushu
- Chofu Garden