Kokura

Kitakyushu

Kokura Castle which includes a river or creek, a lake or waterhole and a pond
Kokura
Kokura Castle showing heritage architecture and chateau or palace
Yasaka Shrine showing a city and a temple or place of worship
Kokura Castle featuring interior views and a castle

Popular places to visit

Kokura Castle featuring street scenes and a castle as well as a small group of people

Kokura Castle

Traditional Japanese gardens and a moat surround this picturesque replica castle, providing a peaceful break from the bustle of Kitakyushu.

Kokura Castle
Riverwalk 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.

Riverwalk Kitakyushu
Yasaka Shrine showing religious elements and a temple or place of worship

Yasaka Shrine

Discover the long history entwined with sacred myths and exciting annual festivities of this shrine located adjacent to Kokura Castle.

Yasaka Shrine
Kyushu and Okinawa showing signage

Atago Shrine

Learn about the local history of Kitakyushu with a stop at Atago Shrine. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

Atago Shrine
Mojiko Retro

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.

Mojiko Retro
Moji Port

Moji Port

Explore the waterfront in Kitakyushu with a trip to Moji Port. Experience the area's museums and theatre scene.

Moji Port

Things to do

Private Fukuoka Kitakyushu Walking Adventure

Nostalgic Izakaya Tour in Kitakyushu's Kokura

RM763
per adult
Nostalgic Izakaya Tour in Kitakyushu's Kokura
Tsunoshima Bridge was opened in 2000 and is known as one of the longest

One Day Tour to Kitakyushu and Yamaguchi from Fukuoka

RM487
per adult
One Day Tour to Kitakyushu and Yamaguchi from Fukuoka
Mojiko, Karato Market, Motonosumi Shrine Day Tour

Mojiko Karato Market Motonosumi Shrine Day Tour from Fukuoka

RM425
per adult
Mojiko Karato Market Motonosumi Shrine Day Tour from Fukuoka
"< lunch 5 and free walk > Daihonzan Eiheiji, 5-15 Shihi, Eiheiji, Yoshida, Fukui"

6 Day Private MINIBUS Tour to Kyoto via Fukui from Fukuoka

RM31,024
per traveller
6 Day Private MINIBUS Tour to Kyoto via Fukui from Fukuoka
It depends on the weather, and if you are prepared to get up very early, you can also go to Takeda Castle, which is famous for its sea of ​​clouds and is close to the image of Hayao Miyazaki's Japan

5-Day One Way Bus Trip to North Hyogo from Fukuoka to Hiroshima

RM24,405
per traveller
5-Day One Way Bus Trip to North Hyogo from Fukuoka to Hiroshima
RURIKO-JI Temple at YAMAGUCHI city

Private Day Trip around Yamaguchi City from Fukuoka with Minibus

RM5,511
per traveller
Private Day Trip around Yamaguchi City from Fukuoka with Minibus
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Top hotels in Kokura

JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura

JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura

4 out of 5
Asano 1-1-1, Kokurakita-ku, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM1,217 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
RM1,217
RM1,338 total
13 Aug - 14 Aug
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,065 reviews)
"Fantastic for transport and shopping and walking distance to stadium"

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura

3.5 out of 5
2-14-2 Asano, Kokurakita-ku, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka-ken
The price is RM552 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
RM552
RM698 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"Very specious, probably one of the bigger rooms we’ve stayed in Japan. Friendly staffs are eager to help."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura
Hotel Relief Kokura Annex

Hotel Relief Kokura Annex

3 out of 5
12-16 Konyamachi, Kokurakita-ku, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka
The price is RM194 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
RM194
RM213 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Tanga Market and Amu Plaza Kokura are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (111 reviews)
"Lots of comic books! Drink and food service was great!"

Reviewed on 2 Apr 2025

Hotel Relief Kokura Annex
Toyoko Inn Kokura-eki Kita-guchi

Toyoko Inn Kokura-eki Kita-guchi

3 out of 5
2-16-21 Asano, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka
The price is RM250 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
RM250
RM274 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Karato Fish Market and Mojiko Retro are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (350 reviews)
"I like it"

Reviewed on 6 Apr 2025

Toyoko Inn Kokura-eki Kita-guchi
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2.5 out of 5
12-16 Konya Machi, Kokurakita-ku, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka Prefecture
Stay at this hotel in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Tanga Market and Amu Plaza Kokura are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (162 reviews)
"I hardly slept on my 3 night stay. The pictures show it as a private room but there is no ceiling so you are technically in a cubical sharing a room with 8 other very loud people. The noise was completely unreasonable and I will never stay at this property again. The slamming of the doors, crunching ..."

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2025

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Nishitetsu Inn Kokura

Nishitetsu Inn Kokura

3 out of 5
1-4-11 Komemachi Kokurakita-ku, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka-ken
The price is RM247 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
RM247
RM299 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and in-room massages. Popular attractions Karato Fish Market and Amu Plaza Kokura ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Excellent service and location!"

Reviewed on 16 Jun 2025

Nishitetsu Inn Kokura
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Other neighbourhoods around Kokura

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Itabitsu

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

Itabitsu
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Higashishinozaki

Higashishinozaki might not have many top sights, but Tanga Market and Kokura Castle are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Higashishinozaki
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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.

Shinozaki
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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.

Kokuraminami Ward
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Tobata

Travellers like the museums in Tobata, and Kitakyushu City Art Museum is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Tobata
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Dairishimmachi

When in Dairishimmachi, you can plan a visit to Mikuni World Stadium Kitakyushu and Kitakyushu Manga Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Dairishimmachi

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