Hatabu
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 theater scene.
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.
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.
Museum of Natural and Human History
Travel back to the beginning of time to learn about the evolution of Earth in this extensive, immersive experience.
Things to do
Fukuoka Seafood Market and Local Flavors Day Tour with Dazaifu
Kitakyushu Day Tour Mojiko, Karato, Kokura & Miyajidake shrine
Fukuoka: Munakata Taisha Shrine Guided Tour – UNESCO Site
Top hotels in Hatabu
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 neighbourhoods around Hatabu
Moji
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Moji. You might want to make time for a stop at Kyushu Railway Memorial or Moji Port.
Kuzuha
Though Kuzuha might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ganryujima and Kyushu Railway Memorial.
Komorie
While Komorie isn't home to many top sights, Ganryujima and Kyushu Railway Memorial are some notable places to visit nearby.
Komatsucho
While there might not be top attractions in Komatsucho, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kitakyushu Manga Museum and Tanga Market.
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.
Tobata
Travelers like the museums in Tobata, and Kitakyushu City Art Museum is a top attraction you might want to visit.
