Yahatanishi Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Yahatanishi
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 Yahatanishi Hotel Deals
Hotel Crown Palais Kitakyushu
As business hotel, room and bathroom are wider than others. There are free massage machines and Manga library at 5F. Quality of toilet paper is better than other business hotels. There are many restaurants and shopping centers near the hotel.
Reviewed on 27 July 2025
Nishitetsu Inn Kurosaki
I had a very enjoyable stay. My only request would be to have a more comfortable bed. Bed was a bit to hard for me. Otherwise everything very very good.
Reviewed on 26 June 2025
Comfort Hotel Kurosaki
Very restful and peaceful stay. Will gladly book another stay in the future. Staff was very polite and friendly as well as helpful. Location is convenient. Everything I needed was in walking distance.
Reviewed on 8 June 2023
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
Other neighbourhoods around Yahatanishi
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.
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 The Outlets Kitakyushu, and jump on the metro at Edamitsu Station to get around the city.
Koyanose
Travellers like the museums in Koyanose, and Edo Light 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.
Itabitsu
When in Itabitsu, you can plan a visit to Kokura Castle and Riverwalk Kitakyushu, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
