Kokura

Kitakyushu

A traditional Japanese castle with a stone wall and a river in the foreground.
A stone monument with inscriptions, surrounded by trees and a stone wall.
A traditional Japanese castle with a stone base and multiple tiers, surrounded by a body of water and trees.
A group of people in traditional Japanese kimonos walking through a temple entrance.
A display case with traditional Japanese artifacts, including a helmet, a sword, and a scroll with calligraphy.

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A traditional Japanese castle with a stone wall and a river in the foreground.

Kokura Castle

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Traditional Japanese gardens and a moat surround this picturesque replica castle, providing a peaceful break from the bustle of Kitakyushu.
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Things to do

Kitakyushu: Mizokami Brewery Tour and Sake Tasting

Kitakyushu: Mizokami Brewery Tour and Sake Tasting

$127
per adult
Kitakyushu: Mizokami Brewery Tour and Sake Tasting
Shimonoseki & Moji Port Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

Shimonoseki & Moji Port Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

$319
per adult
Shimonoseki & Moji Port Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
Mojiko Guided Tour with Kanmon Cruise in Kitakyushu, Fukuoka

Mojiko Guided Tour with Kanmon Cruise in Kitakyushu, Fukuoka

$133
per adult
Mojiko Guided Tour with Kanmon Cruise in Kitakyushu, Fukuoka
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Where to stay in Kokura

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A traditional Japanese building with a sloped roof and wooden facade, surrounded by a well-maintained garden and a paved walkway.

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 Observatory.

A multi-tiered waterfall in a forested area with rocky terrain and lush greenery.

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 Kitakyushu Quasi-National Park.

A brightly lit historic building with a green roof and a covered courtyard.

Yahatanishi

You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Yahatanishi. You might want to make time for a stop at Kitakyushu Quasi-National Park or Shiroyama Ryokuchi Park.

Kurosaki

When in Kurosaki, you can plan a visit to Kitakyushu Municipal Children's Culture and Science Museum and Mt. Sarakura, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

A museum with dinosaur skeletons on display.

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 The Outlets Kitakyushu, and jump on the metro at Edamitsu Station to get around the city.

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