Yahatanishi
Kitakyushu
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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

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 Yahatanishi

Hotel Crown Palais Kitakyushu
As business hotel, room and bathroom are wider than others. There are free massage machines and Manga library at 5F. Quality of toilet paper is better than other business hotels. There are many restaurants and shopping centers near the hotel.
Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Nishitetsu Inn Kurosaki
I had a very enjoyable stay. My only request would be to have a more comfortable bed. Bed was a bit to hard for me. Otherwise everything very very good.
Reviewed on Jun 26, 2025

Comfort Hotel Kurosaki
Very restful and peaceful stay. Will gladly book another stay in the future. Staff was very polite and friendly as well as helpful. Location is convenient. Everything I needed was in walking distance.
Reviewed on Jun 8, 2023

JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura
Friendly & helpful staff!
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura
Triple beds was nice and the view from the room was beautiful. It was very easy access from the station. We wish we could use the swimming facility within the price.
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026

Hotel Livemax Kokura-ekimae
Room ok. Language barrier, difficult check-in. Machine check-in, not user friendly.
Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Yahatanishi

Kurosaki
When in Kurosaki, you can plan a visit to Kitakyushu Municipal Children's Culture and Science Museum and Shiroyama Ryokuchi Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Yahatahigashi
Well-liked for its mountain views and museums, Yahatahigashi is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Mt. Sarakura and Museum of Natural and Human History, and jump on the metro at Edamitsu Station to get around the city.

Koyanose
Travelers like the museums in Koyanose, and Edo Light 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.

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.

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