Yahatahigashi
Kitakyushu
Visit Yahatahigashi
Popular places to visit
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.
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 theatre 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.
Things to do
Kitakyushu Day Tour Mojiko, Karato, Kokura & Miyajidake shrine
Mojiko, Karato, Tsunoshima & Motonosumi Shrine Day Trip | Fukuoka
Fukuoka: Nostalgic Izakaya Tour in Kitakyushu's Kokura
Top hotels in Yahatahigashi
JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura
Very good
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura
Perfect location with delicious breakfast buffet.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Hotel Relief Kokura Annex
Lots of comic books! Drink and food service was great!
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2025
Mercure Fukuoka Munakata Resort & Spa
The staff was amazing and helpful. However, I wouldn't call it a resort.
Reviewed on 6 Jul 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 27 Apr 2025
Hotel Livemax Kokura-ekimae
Ok-ish hotel for the price
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Yahatahigashi
Kurosaki
While there might not be top attractions in Kurosaki, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kitakyushu Municipal Children's Culture and Science Museum and Mt. Sarakura.
Shioimachi
While Shioimachi isn't home to many top sights, The Outlets Kitakyushu and Kitakyushu City Art Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Shinozaki
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Shinozaki and surrounding area, you can visit Itozu no mori Zoological Park and Kokura Racecourse.
Itabitsu
When in Itabitsu, you can plan a visit to Kokura Castle and Riverwalk Kitakyushu, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Yahatanishi
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Yahatanishi. You might want to make time for a stop at Shiroyama Ryokuchi Park or Edo Light Museum.
Higashishinozaki
Higashishinozaki might not have many top sights, but Tanga Market and Kokura Castle are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
