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.
Yasaka Shrine
Discover the long history entwined with sacred myths and exciting annual festivities of this shrine located adjacent to Kokura Castle.
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.
Activities
One Day Tour to Kitakyushu and Yamaguchi from Fukuoka
Mojiko Karato Market Motonosumi Shrine Day Tour from Fukuoka
Private Day Trip around Yamaguchi City from Fukuoka with Minibus
Our pick of the best Yahatanishi Hotel Deals
Hotel Crown Palais Kitakyushu
Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025
Comfort Hotel Kurosaki
Reviewed on 8 Jun. 2023
Nishitetsu Inn Kurosaki
Reviewed on 26 Jun. 2025
Family Lodge Hatagoya Kitakyushuyahata
Reviewed on 9 Jun. 2024
JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura
Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura
Reviewed on 30 Jun. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Yahatanishi
Aoyama
While there might not be top attractions in Aoyama, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kitakyushu Municipal Children's Culture and Science Museum and Mt. Sarakura.
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.
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 Yasaka Shrine and Kokura Castle, 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.