Tobata
Kitakyushu
Popular places to visit
Kitakyushu City Art Museum
Follow the development of Japanese art, from ancient woodblock printing through to modernist movements at this striking museum.
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 Castle
Traditional Japanese gardens and a moat surround this picturesque replica castle, providing a peaceful break from the bustle of Kitakyushu.
Moji Port
Explore the waterfront in Kitakyushu with a trip to Moji Port. Experience the area's museums and theater scene.
Riverwalk Kitakyushu
This vast shopping center on the Murasaki River combines a multitude of outlets with an arts center, museum and outdoor recreation space.
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.
Tobata Hotel Deals
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura
good stuff
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026
JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura
Stay for 4 nights, room is spacois and good. The lounge is good. The staff service is fantastic. Only the food quality of buffet breakfast is just ok, very simple, not many choices. I will stay again.
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026
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 Feb 4, 2026
Hotel Livemax Kokura-ekimae
Room ok. Language barrier, difficult check-in. Machine check-in, not user friendly.
Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025
Nishitetsu Inn Kokura
The staff were so kind.
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026
Art Hotel KOKURA New Tagawa
We loved the hotel and staff.
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Tobata
Shioimachi
Shioimachi might not have many top sights, but The Outlets Kitakyushu and Kitakyushu City Art Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Itabitsu
When in Itabitsu, you can plan a visit to Kokura Castle and Riverwalk Kitakyushu, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Kokura
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.
Shinozaki
While Shinozaki isn't home to many top sights, Kokura Racecourse and Tanga Market are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
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.
