Kokura

Kitakyushu

Kokura Castle showing a river or creek, heritage architecture and a pond
Kokura
Kokura Castle which includes heritage architecture and chateau or palace
Yasaka Shrine showing a temple or place of worship and a city
Kokura Castle featuring interior views and chateau or palace

Popular places to visit

Kokura Castle showing a castle and street scenes as well as a small group of people

Kokura Castle

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

Kokura Castle
Riverwalk 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.

Riverwalk Kitakyushu
Yasaka Shrine which includes religious aspects and a temple or place of worship

Yasaka Shrine

Discover the long history entwined with sacred myths and exciting annual festivities of this shrine located adjacent to Kokura Castle.

Yasaka Shrine
Kyushu and Okinawa showing signage

Atago Shrine

Atago Shrine is just one of the places to see in Kitakyushu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

Atago Shrine
Mojiko Retro

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.

Mojiko Retro
Moji Port

Moji Port

Explore the waterfront in Kitakyushu with a trip to Moji Port. Experience the area's museums and theater scene.

Moji Port

Things to do

"< lunch 5 and free walk > Daihonzan Eiheiji, 5-15 Shihi, Eiheiji, Yoshida, Fukui"

6 Day Private MINIBUS Tour to Kyoto via Fukui from Fukuoka

P421,704
per traveler
6 Day Private MINIBUS Tour to Kyoto via Fukui from Fukuoka
It depends on the weather, and if you are prepared to get up very early, you can also go to Takeda Castle, which is famous for its sea of ​​clouds and is close to the image of Hayao Miyazaki's Japan

5-Day One Way Bus Trip to North Hyogo from Fukuoka to Hiroshima

P331,730
per traveler
5-Day One Way Bus Trip to North Hyogo from Fukuoka to Hiroshima
DO-TON-BORI, Osaka city

3 Day Trip to Osaka From Fukuoka via SANYO with Minibus7m

P241,678
per traveler
3 Day Trip to Osaka From Fukuoka via SANYO with Minibus7m
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Top hotels in Kokura

JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura

JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura

4 out of 5
Asano 1-1-1, Kokurakita-ku, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P4,100 per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
P4,100
P4,510 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,126 reviews)
"Convenient location. Clean rooms. Staff are excellent."

Reviewed on Oct 1, 2025

JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura

3.5 out of 5
2-14-2 Asano, Kokurakita-ku, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka-ken
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Easy access to the station, and nearby shopping. There’s lots of restaurants nearby, but they’re not well reviewed."

Reviewed on Oct 2, 2025

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RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura
Hotel Relief Kokura Annex

Hotel Relief Kokura Annex

3 out of 5
12-16 Konyamachi, Kokurakita-ku, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka
The price is P2,516 per night from Oct 21 to Oct 22
P2,516
P2,768 total
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Tanga Market and Amu Plaza Kokura are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (152 reviews)
"Lots of comic books! Drink and food service was great!"

Reviewed on Apr 2, 2025

Hotel Relief Kokura Annex
Quintessa Hotel Kokura Comic&Books

Quintessa Hotel Kokura Comic&Books

3 out of 5
1-chome-3-6 Asano, Kokurakita Ward, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka
The price is P2,843 per night from Nov 4 to Nov 5
P2,843
P3,127 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Karato Fish Market and Amu Plaza Kokura ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (203 reviews)
"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

Quintessa Hotel Kokura Comic&Books
Rakuten STAY Kokura Station

Rakuten STAY Kokura Station

3 out of 5
1-chome-3-14 Komemachi Kokurakita Ward, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Karato Fish Market and Amu Plaza ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (235 reviews)
"We always enjoy Rakuten when staying in Kokura. It's super simple, affordable, and has cooking amenities for longer stays."

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

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Rakuten STAY Kokura Station
Art Hotel KOKURA New Tagawa

Art Hotel KOKURA New Tagawa

4 out of 5
3-46 Furusenbamachi Kita-ku, Kokura-shi, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka
The price is P2,140 per night from Oct 27 to Oct 28
P2,140
P2,355 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (747 reviews)
"The property is near a lot of attractions and there are ton of sushi restaurants nearby. It’s a short walk to the train station. The room was clean and very comfortable"

Reviewed on Mar 21, 2025

Art Hotel KOKURA New Tagawa
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Other neighbourhoods around Kokura

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Itabitsu

When in Itabitsu, you can plan a visit to Kokura Castle and Riverwalk Kitakyushu, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Itabitsu
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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.

Higashishinozaki
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Shinozaki

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

Shinozaki
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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.

Kokuraminami Ward
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Tobata

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

Tobata
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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.

Dairishimmachi

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