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 Yasaka Shrine, and jump on the metro at Tanga Station to get around the city.

While Shinozaki isn't home to many top sights, Itozu no mori Zoological Park and Kokura Racecourse are some notable places to visit nearby.

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.

Travelers like the museums in Tobata, and Kitakyushu City Art Museum is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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.

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.