Yahatanishi
Kitakyushu
Visit Yahatanishi
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 theatre 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: Nostalgic Izakaya Tour in Kitakyushu's Kokura
Fukuoka Seafood Market and Local Flavors Day Tour with Dazaifu
Mojiko, Karato, Tsunoshima & Motonosumi Shrine Day Trip | Fukuoka
Top hotels in Yahatanishi
Hotel Crown Palais Kitakyushu
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 26 Jun 2025
Comfort Hotel Kurosaki
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura
good stuff
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura
Stay for 4 nights, room is spacois and good. The lounge is good. The staff service is fantastic. Only the food quality of buffet breakfast is just ok, very simple, not many choices. I will stay again.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Hotel Livemax Kokura-ekimae
Room ok. Language barrier, difficult check-in. Machine check-in, not user friendly.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Yahatanishi
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 Centre for Contemporary Art Kitakyushu.
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
Travellers like the museums in Koyanose, and Edo Light Museum is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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 Kokura Racecourse and Tanga Market.
Itabitsu
When in Itabitsu, you can plan a visit to Kokura Castle and Riverwalk Kitakyushu, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
