Sone
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.
Yasaka Shrine
Discover the long history entwined with sacred myths and exciting annual festivities of this shrine located adjacent to Kokura Castle.
Things to do
Mojiko Karato Market Motonosumi Shrine Day Tour from Fukuoka
Fukuoka: Munakata Taisha Shrine Guided Tour – UNESCO Site
6 Day Private MINIBUS Tour to Kyoto via Fukui from Fukuoka
Top hotels in Sone
JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura
Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025
Rakuten STAY Kokura Station
Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura
Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025
Hotel Relief Kokura Annex
Reviewed on Apr 2, 2025
Premier Hotel Mojiko
Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025
Toyoko Inn Kokura-eki Kita-guchi
Reviewed on Aug 4, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sone
Tsunemi
If you're spending some time in Tsunemi, Tanga Market and Riverwalk Kitakyushu are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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.
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.