Itabitsu
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.
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.
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 Itabitsu
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura
Very comfortable and good room
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025
JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura
Friendly & helpful staff!
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
Quintessa Hotel Kokura Comic&Books
スタッフの方がすごく親切で優しかったです。清潔で居心地が良いお部屋でした。窓が開いたのも良かったです。駅から近いのにとっても静かでした。 マンガ読み放題も良いサービスでした。 朝ご飯のカレーライスもサラダも美味しかったです。 次回小倉に来ることがあればまたぜひ泊まりたいです。
Reviewed on Apr 27, 2025
Hotel Livemax Kokura-ekimae
Room ok. Language barrier, difficult check-in. Machine check-in, not user friendly.
Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025
Hotel Relief Kokura Annex
Lots of comics and free food and drinks!
Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025
Rakuten STAY Kokura Station
Great location, walking distance to Kokura station. 4-star cleanliness. Nice bathroom.
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Itabitsu
Kokura
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 Tanga Market, and jump on the metro at Tanga Station to get around the city.
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.
Tobata
Travelers like the museums in Tobata, and Kitakyushu City Art Museum is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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 Hiraodai Countryside Park.
