5/5 - Excellent
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Great city with a lot of history
Kitakyushu
Travel Guide
Visit Kitakyushu
Where to stay in Kitakyushu
Kokura
4.5/5(2 area reviews)
Discover the largest shopping areas in Kitakyūshū, such as Uomachi, and explore Tanga Market's fresh offerings. Stroll to Kokura Castle and Riverwalk Kitakyūshū shopping complex, just a ten-minute walk from JR Kokura Station.
Moji
Stroll around the charming waterfront at Mojiko Retro, admiring historic buildings like the replica of Rome's Termini Station and the unique Blue Wing drawbridge. Enjoy the walkable neighborhood and explore the nearby Shiranoe botanical gardens.
Yahatanishi
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Yahatanishi. You might want to make time for a stop at Shiroyama Ryokuchi Park or Kissho-ji Temple.
Kurosaki
4.5/5(2 area reviews)
When in Kurosaki, you can plan a visit to Shiroyama Ryokuchi Park and Kitakyushu Municipal Children's Culture and Science Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Kokuraminami Ward
Primarily rural and undeveloped, this ward boasts the picturesque Hiraodai karst plateau and Sugao no taki waterfall. Shimosone shopping mall offers retail options, while Kitakyūshū Airport provides convenient travel access.
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.
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura
2-14-2 Asano, Kokurakita-ku, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka-ken
The price is SAR 280 per night from Jan 5 to Jan 6
SAR 280
SAR 354 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 January 2025
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Excellent"
Reviewed on 18 December 2024
JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura
Asano 1-1-1, Kokurakita-ku, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 225 per night from Jan 13 to Jan 14
SAR 225
SAR 248 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 January 2025
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Again one of the good hotel finds of 2024 for me - convenient location within the Kokura station itself that allows easy access to both Shinkansen and local trains, delectable array of breakfast items and rather large room with a stunning view of the Kitakyushu Monorail. Highly recommend!"
Reviewed on 14 December 2024
Smile Hotel Shimonoseki
4-4-1 Takezaki-cho, Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi-ken
The price is SAR 99 per night from Jan 19 to Jan 20
SAR 99
SAR 122 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 January 2025
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Shimonoseki. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
連泊
" 連泊は清掃は3日に一度でしたが、タオル等の交換もあり問題有りませんでした。 備え付けの靴べらが柔らかくなってしまっているようで、ちょっと使い心地が微妙でした。"
Reviewed on 18 November 2024
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Rakuten STAY Kokura Station
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 Amu Plaza Kokura and Kitakyushu ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (171 reviews)
"convenient, clean, easy check in and check out, short walk from Kokura station. Exactly what we needed for a quick overnight between trains."
Reviewed on 19 August 2024
GRAND BASE Mojiko
11-28 Nishikimachi, Moji, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (98 reviews)
"for the prize ok"
Reviewed on 30 June 2024
FUKUOKA MOJIKO Stay
3-16 Moji Honmachi, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and slippers. Popular attractions Mojiko Retro and Kyushu Railway Memorial ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (27 reviews)
"受付の方の対応も良く、オシャレでキレイでした！ 受付で教えていただいたパン屋さんのモーニングも美味しかったです。"
Reviewed on 2 September 2023
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Mojiko Retro
4.5/5(9 reviews)
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
4.5/5(9 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Kitakyushu with a stop at Kokura Castle. 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.
Riverwalk Kitakyushu
4.5/5(10 reviews)
During your visit to Kitakyushu, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Riverwalk Kitakyushu. Take in the museums while you're in the area.
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
4/5(1 review)
You can learn about the history of Kitakyushu when you stop by Yasaka Shrine. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
Reviews of Kitakyushu
4.4
Top Destination
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
I visit the Kitakyushu area at least twice a month on business. I frequently stay at local hotels as my business (wedding minister), requires me to conduct weddings on both Saturdays and Sundays aas well as many Japanese national holidays. Nice place
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Although I was there on business for this latest trip, I have visited the area before when I had more time t explore. As a foreign visitor, (albeit one who has lived and worked in Japan for over 30 years), Kokura is one of my favorite locations.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
I travel to Kitakyushu and Fukuoka a couple of times a month for business. The areas around both cities offer several types of interesting places to visit on one's free time, from temples and castles to shopping and museums. Highly recommended to are
4/5 - Good
Yumi
Enjoyed castle. Our family history linked here