Kokuraminami Ward Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Kokuraminami Ward
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Popular places to visit

Sugao No Taki Waterfall

Sugao No Taki Waterfall

Explore the great outdoors at Sugao No Taki Waterfall, a lovely green space in Kitakyushu. Discover the hot springs while you're in the area.

Sugao No Taki Waterfall
Kitakyushu Quasi-National Park

Kitakyushu Quasi-National Park

Explore the great outdoors at Kitakyushu Quasi-National Park, a lovely green space in Kitakyushu. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Kitakyushu Quasi-National Park
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

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$182
per adult
One Day Tour to Kitakyushu and Yamaguchi from Fukuoka
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Our pick of the best Kokuraminami Ward Hotel Deals

Toyoko Inn Kitakyushu Kuko
Toyoko Inn Kitakyushu Kuko
3 out of 5
2-4, Kukokita-machi Kokuraminami-ku, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka
The price is AU$84 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
AU$84
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the property condition in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (745 reviews)
"free curry in the evening and full morning bfast, free of charge. clean, easy transportation by hotel bus, but also walking distance. no early check in without paying. clean, new, convenient, but nothing in the neighborhood, next to the airport."

Reviewed on 1 Apr. 2025

Toyoko Inn Kitakyushu Kuko
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 AU$113 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
AU$113
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 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! (1,004 reviews)
"Excellent location, clean and tidy, friendly staff."

Reviewed on 2 Apr. 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$268 per night from 7 May to 8 May
AU$268
includes taxes & fees
7 May - 8 May
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Convenient and clean."

Reviewed on 6 Apr. 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$95 per night from 1 May to 2 May
AU$95
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
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! (135 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$113 per night from 6 May to 7 May
AU$113
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
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! (1,003 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
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$116 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
AU$116
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 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! (187 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 Kokuraminami Ward

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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
Kokura Castle which includes château or palace, heritage architecture and a river or creek

Kokura

4/5(1 area review)

Well liked for its breweries and hot springs, Kokura is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Kokura Castle and Yasaka Shrine, and jump on the metro at Tanga Station to get around the city.

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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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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Sone

Though Sone may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kokura Racecourse and Kitakyushu City Baseball Field.

Sone

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