Aoyama Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Mojiko Retro

Mojiko Retro

5/5(1 review)

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
Kokura Castle which includes château or palace and street scenes as well as a small group of people

Kokura Castle

5/5(3 reviews)

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

Kokura Castle
Moji Port

Moji Port

4/5(1 review)

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

Moji Port
Riverwalk Kitakyushu

Riverwalk Kitakyushu

4/5(2 reviews)

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

Riverwalk Kitakyushu
Kawachi Wisteria Garden

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.

Kawachi Wisteria Garden
Kitakyushu City Art Museum which includes a city and modern architecture

Kitakyushu City Art Museum

Follow the development of Japanese art, from ancient woodblock printing through to modernist movements at this striking museum.

Kitakyushu City Art Museum

Activities

Tsunoshima Bridge was opened in 2000 and is known as one of the longest

One Day Tour to Kitakyushu and Yamaguchi from Fukuoka

AU$181
per adult
One Day Tour to Kitakyushu and Yamaguchi from Fukuoka
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Our pick of the best Aoyama Hotel Deals

JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura
JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura
4 out of 5
Asano 1-1-1, Kokurakita-ku, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka
The price is AU$122 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
AU$122
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Very convenient to commute to other places."

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 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 AU$221 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$221
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Very beautiful hotel in a great location, easy to walk to most things from the hotel and right beside the train station. Great food inside the hotel with multiple different options"

Reviewed on 20 Mar. 2025

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura
Mercure Fukuoka Munakata Resort & Spa
Mercure Fukuoka Munakata Resort & Spa
4 out of 5
1303 Tano, Genkai-machi, Munakata, Fukuoka
The price is AU$90 per night from 15 Apr to 16 Apr
AU$90
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Munakata. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and hot springs on site. Popular attractions Chinkokuji Temple and Munakata Taisha Shrine ...
8/10 Very Good! (125 reviews)
"Beautiful place to stay, clean and staff are very helpful . We enjoyed our stay and we hope to be back again! :) Thanks to Mercure and their staff for making our trip memorable."

Reviewed on 18 Feb. 2025

Mercure Fukuoka Munakata Resort & Spa
Premier Hotel Mojiko
Premier Hotel Mojiko
4 out of 5
9-11, Minato-machi, Moji Ward, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka-ken
The price is AU$115 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
AU$115
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kitakyushu. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"This is probably my most favorite part of Japan with it being less populated so it means people are more down to earth and less Americanized than the more popular parts of Japan. Also this hotel is cheaper than other you will find in the inner city."

Reviewed on 1 Mar. 2025

Premier Hotel Mojiko
Hotel Livemax Kokura-ekimae
Hotel Livemax Kokura-ekimae
2.5 out of 5
2-3-2 Kyomachi, Kokurakita-ku, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka Prefecture
The price is AU$59 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$59
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
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! (291 reviews)
"Ok-ish hotel for the price"

Reviewed on 1 Dec. 2024

Hotel Livemax Kokura-ekimae
Rakuten STAY Kokura Station
Rakuten STAY Kokura Station
3 out of 5
1-chome-3-14 Komemachi Kokurakita Ward, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka
The price is AU$118 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
AU$118
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Karato Fish Market and Amu Plaza ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (181 reviews)
"convenient, clean, easy check in and check out, short walk from Kokura station. Exactly what we needed for a quick overnight between trains."

Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2024

Rakuten STAY Kokura Station
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Other neighbourhoods around Aoyama

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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.

Kurosaki
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Yahatanishi

You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Yahatanishi. You might want to make time for a stop at Kissho-ji Temple or Shiroyama Ryokuchi Park.

Yahatanishi
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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.

Yahatahigashi
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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.

Shioimachi
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Koyanose

Travellers like the museums in Koyanose, and Edo Light Museum is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Koyanose
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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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