Itabitsu Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.

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

Fukuoka: Munakata Taisha Shrine Guided Tour – UNESCO Site

Shimonoseki Bus Tour from Fukuoka Tsunoshima Bridge

Akiyoshido Cave & Motonosumi Shrine Coastline & Spelunking Tour

Yamaguchi Akiyoshido Cave and Shrine Day Tour From Fukuoka

Kitakyushu 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide

3-Day ONE WAY Bus Tour to Hiroshima via SAN'IN from Fukuoka
Our pick of the best Itabitsu Hotel Deals

JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura
The hotel is in a great location, the room was clean although it needs an update. The staff were friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura
Clean Room. Breakfast fit for a King. Nice view from Room. La Mer amenities.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025

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

Hotel Livemax Kokura-ekimae
Ok-ish hotel for the price
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2024

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

Kokura
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 Tanga Market, and jump on the metro at Tanga Station to get around the city.

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.

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

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

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.

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.
