Kokura
Kitakyushu





Popular places to visit

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.

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

Atago Shrine
Atago Shrine is just one of the places to see in Kitakyushu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

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.
Things to do

2-Day ONE WAY Bus Tour to Hiroshima via Yamaguchi from Fukuoka

Kitakyushu 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Top hotels in Kokura

JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura
明るい部屋で5日間の滞在を気持ちよく過ごせました。また窓からはモノレールが見えたりして、景色が良かったです。
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura
Easy access to the station, and nearby shopping. There’s lots of restaurants nearby, but they’re not well reviewed.
Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

Hotel Relief Kokura Annex
Lots of comic books! Drink and food service was great!
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2025

Rakuten STAY Kokura Station
We always enjoy Rakuten when staying in Kokura. It's super simple, affordable, and has cooking amenities for longer stays.
Reviewed on 28 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

Sunsky Hotel
I love free massage machines but it’s far from JR station.
Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kokura

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

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

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.

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.

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

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.
Kokura
- Places of interest
- Kokura Star Rating Hotels
- Kokura Theme Hotels
- Nearby Kitakyushu Neighborhood Hotels
- Kokura Hotel Brands
- More trip options