Kitakyushu Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Kitakyushu
Where to stay in Kitakyushu
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 Tanga Market, and jump on the metro at Tanga Station to get around the city.
Moji
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Moji. You might want to make time for a stop at Moji Port or Mojiko Retro.
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
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.
Wakamatsu Ward
You'll enjoy the beaches and parks in Wakamatsu Ward. You might want to make time for a stop at Green Park or Iwaya Beach.
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.
JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura
"Beautiful view of Kokura with the mountains in the background, and the lively city in the foreground. Great location for catching the Shinkansen the next morning."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Premier Hotel Mojiko
"Loved this hotel. My room was clean, spacious and cozy and the view was absolutely spectacular. Lovely big windows onto the ocean. Absolutely perfect!"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kokura Ekimae
"The breakfast was very poor."
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Rakuten STAY Kokura Station
"Location was ideal for our four night stay. Located a short walk from Kokura Station, we were able to get checked in and into a restaurant for dinner within 45 mins of arriving by train from Osaka. Room was clean, and adequate in size for four adults. There was no servicing of the room during the ..."
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
GRAND BASE Mojiko
"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 Nov 2024
FUKUOKA MOJIKO Stay
"値段相応。事前に入室暗証番号が送られて来ず、電話で問い合わせが必要だった。口コミにあったチェックインは事前に行なっていたためか不要だった。室内は広く、綺麗だったが防音はイマイチ。値段相応だが夜中も上の階の足音が響き渡っていた。電気のスイッチ位置が微妙で全て入り口付近にあった。付近の有料駐車場はゴールデンウィーク中のためか割高で2,000円近くした。周りがうるさい客ではなかったのでまだ大丈夫だったが、それ次第では酷い状況になり得ると思う。"
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
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.
Kitakyushu City Art Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Kitakyushu City Art Museum during your trip to Kitakyushu. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
Other places like Kitakyushu
- Shimonoseki Municipal Aquarium
- Kokura Castle
- Kokura Racecourse
- Riverwalk Kitakyushu
- Sea Mall Shimonoseki
- Mt. Sarakura
- The Outlets Kitakyushu
- Tanga Market
- Shimonoseki Fish Market
- Kitakyushu City Art Museum
- Kitakyushu Manga Museum
- Kitakyushu International Conference Center
- Kanmon Bridge
- Hiraodai Countryside Park
- Mojiko Retro Observatory
- Blue Wing Drawbridge
- Atago Shrine
- Hinoyama Park
- Amu Plaza Kokura
- Mikuni World Stadium Kitakyushu
- Sugao No Taki Waterfall
- Kaikyo Yume Tower
