Kokura
Kitakyushu
Popular places to visit
Kokura Castle
Traditional Japanese gardens and a moat surround this picturesque replica castle, providing a peaceful break from the bustle of Kitakyushu.
Riverwalk Kitakyushu
This vast shopping center on the Murasaki River combines a multitude of outlets with an arts center, museum and outdoor recreation space.
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
Discover the long history entwined with sacred myths and exciting annual festivities of this shrine located adjacent to Kokura Castle.
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
Breakfast is good, but not top of the lines.
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026
Nishitetsu Inn Kokura
Close to train station.
Reviewed on Apr 25, 2026
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura
Great breakfast buffet
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026
Hotel Relief Kokura Annex
Check out is 10am. Once you check out, you are not allowed to stay and sit in the lobby, or they will change you extra.
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026
Rakuten STAY Kokura Station
Excellent
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026
Hotel Livemax Kokura-ekimae
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.
