Title: Visit Kitakyushu: Best of Kitakyushu Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca

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# Kitakyushu

## Travel Guide

![Kokura Castle featuring heritage architecture, a pond and château or palace](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102760/896803eb-ac8c-445f-841f-1e686ded7745.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Kokura Castle featuring heritage architecture, a pond and château or palace](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102760/896803eb-ac8c-445f-841f-1e686ded7745.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Kitakyushu showing a city, central business district and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128399/709fe694-e5ed-4138-944b-611ac88a939f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Museum of Natural and Human History which includes interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102762/5aa964b4-83c4-411a-99a5-f6813880ff7d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Kitakyushu showing railway items](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128399/26db9f3a-2ecc-40b4-b75f-08bebee78f70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Kitakyushu

Where to stay

Things to do

#### Modern cultural centres, shopping malls and theme parks stand near historic castles and idyllic gardens in this coastal Japanese city.

Kitakyushu readily celebrates the region's past, while also focusing on the future. Find 17th-century castles standing next to mega-malls. City youngsters celebrate 400-year-old festivals. Less intense than Tokyo, Kitakyushu still bristles with culture and energy.

Kitakyushu became a city only in 1963\. It's fortunate to exist at all: The World War II nuclear bomb that was dropped on Nagasaki was originally intended for Kitakyushu. Historically, the area was of great geographical importance, serving as the gateway between Honshu and Kyushu and less than 600 miles (1,000 kilometres) by boat from Shanghai. Today, tourism and commerce are Kitakyushu's major industries.

Explore numerous levels of outlets at Kitakyushu Riverwalk, the city's biggest shopping mall. Bargain hunters should visit the 200 stalls of the monthly Green Park Flea Market. Stroll around the gardens surrounding Kokura Castle before finding out what life was like as a 17th-century royal. Delve deeper into Kitakyushu's past at the Museum of Natural and Human History. Brave thrill rides or enjoy milder family activities at Space World, the city's major theme park.

Kitakyushu has inspired many writers, including Mori Ōgai, Ashihei Hino and the crime novelist Seichō Matsumoto. Discover more about the latter in the museum dedicated to him near Kokura Castle.

Summer is the busiest season in Kitakyushu. July features three major festivals: Kurosaki Gio, Tobata Gion and Kokura Gion. At this time, Kitakyushu’s streets fill with floats, flags and lanterns. Come in August to marvel at Wasshoi Hyakuman Festival, a “super festival” that celebrates the creation of the city.

Kitakyushu Airport serves the city and is open 24/7\. Take the hourly bus from the airport to Kokura station. Trains to and from Hiroshima, Okayama and Osaka are frequent, while some trains also connect to Kyoto, Nagoya and Tokyo. Public transportation in Kitakyushu is excellent Kitakyushu Monorail and Nishitetsu Bus cover the main areas. You'll make good use of these services as you explore every inch of this remarkable city.

### Where to stay in Kitakyushu

![Kokura Castle featuring heritage architecture, a pond and château or palace](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102760/896803eb-ac8c-445f-841f-1e686ded7745.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Kokura

 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. 

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![Moji Mitsui Club in Mojiko retro town, Japan; Shutterstock ID 1014601357; purchase_order: SF 06557000; job: ; client: ; other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6336115/9347a1f7-6805-4c12-9361-f674831f264a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### 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. 

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![Mojiko's summer dusk landscape in Kitakyushu](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6336117/30cf8991-d0f8-4cce-98ad-7351fbf28e2c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### 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. 

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![C5WMNA Sugao Waterfall, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102766/5ed5e095-ef24-451a-9f90-ca928c80368f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### 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. 

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![Yahatahigashi showing interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6336853/1f5bf368-3c76-49a4-aae2-bbb5035fa635.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### 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. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Kitakyushu-Yahatahigashi.dx6336853)

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### Kurosaki

 When in Kurosaki, you can plan a visit to Kitakyushu Municipal Children's Culture and Science Museum and Centre for Contemporary Art Kitakyushu, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Kitakyushu-Kurosaki.dx553248635976007444)

- Kitakyushu Hotel Deals
- Vacation Rentals in Kitakyushu

![RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/200000/190600/190592/071d242e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura

2-14-2 Asano Kitakyushu Fukuoka-ken

CA $137

CA $175 total

Mar 3 - Mar 4

Stay at this hotel in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...

9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)

I have stayed at the Kyoto location 2 weeks ago. really happy about this hotel in Kokura

Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026

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![JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17520000/17517400/17517389/w5616h3708x0y36-17b6b2b7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura

Asano 1-1-1, Kokurakita-ku Kitakyushu Fukuoka

CA $123

CA $136 total

Mar 8 - Mar 9

Stay at this hotel in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...

9/10 Wonderful! (1,169 reviews)

Convenient location and clean room. Access to the lounge is a nice touch.

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026

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Hotel Livemax Kokura-ekimae

2-3-2 Kyomachi, Kokurakita-ku Kitakyushu Fukuoka Prefecture

CA $44

CA $48 total

Feb 23 - Feb 24

Stay at this hotel in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free WiFi, dry cleaning or laundry services, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Karato Fish Market and Amu Plaza ...

7.8/10 Good! (389 reviews)

Room ok. Language barrier, difficult check-in. Machine check-in, not user friendly.

Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025

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Rakuten STAY Kokura Station

1-chome-3-14 Komemachi Kokurakita Ward Kitakyushu Fukuoka

Stay at this aparthotel in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Karato Fish Market and Amu Plaza Kokura ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (275 reviews)

Great location, walking distance to Kokura station. 4-star cleanliness. Nice bathroom.

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GRAND BASE Mojiko

11-28 Nishikimachi Kitakyushu Fukuoka

Stay at this apartment in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and slippers. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular attractions ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (115 reviews)

Mojiko offers an intriguing destination for visitors. However, this property requires significant updating. The furnishings show considerable wear, with noticeable stains and odors on both the sofa and carpeting. The inadequate soundproofing of windows allows excessive street noise to penetrate the ...

Reviewed on Nov 3, 2024

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FUKUOKA MOJIKO Stay

3-16 Moji Honmachi Kitakyushu Fukuoka

Stay at this apartment in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and slippers. Popular attractions Karato Fish Market and Kyushu Railway Memorial are ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (36 reviews)

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### Popular places to visit

![Mojiko retro town and port in Japan; Shutterstock ID 1014601351; purchase_order: SF 06557000; job: ; client: ; other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532769645/c8c0d6ed-79dd-4d21-afe8-fc861f6e6e45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### 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. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Mojiko-Retro-Kitakyushu.d553248621532769645.Vacation-Attraction)

![Railways and trains play a major role in Japan transportation system and it is something all visitors will remember by when they leave Japan. The entire system is very efficient and in my experience all trains are precise and punctual to the minute.

Rail travel is one of the best in Japan and here in the port area of Kokura is a railway museum which displays some old trains and also provide hands on fun for kids bad adults alike. 

Worth a visit if in the area and it has some really nice souvenirs too!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1838/446fb44c-e1d0-4b29-8864-b218e883e6f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Moji Port

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

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![Kokura Castle featuring street scenes and château or palace as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102760/7094463c-05eb-4eae-81e5-aa171480ee16.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Kokura Castle

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

[](https://expedia.ca/Kokura-Castle-Kokura.d6102760.Vacation-Attraction)

![Riverwalk in Kitakyushu, Japan Prestigious shopping centre near the Murasaki river and Kokura Castle; Shutterstock ID 530824177; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532769627/6b8bf37b-e9e0-4b8a-9313-fa11b91e887d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Riverwalk Kitakyushu

This vast shopping center on the Murasaki River combines a multitude of outlets with an arts center, museum and outdoor recreation space.

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![Wisteria Tunnel at Kawachi Fuji Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532769615/117f6f81-91fe-4b61-960c-203d4862a5b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### 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. 

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#### 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.

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### Things to do

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#### Fukuoka Seafood Market and Local Flavors Day Tour with Dazaifu

CA $72

per adult

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![Kitakyushu Half-Day Private Trip with Government-Licensed Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3004402/23674e83-db3f-485c-ad0c-a081f29d022f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Kitakyushu 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide

CA $324

per adult

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