Tobata Travel Guide
Kitakyushu





Popular places to visit

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

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.
Things to do

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
Top hotels in Tobata

JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Premier Hotel Mojiko
Reviewed on 1 May 2025

Mercure Fukuoka Munakata Resort & Spa
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

Hotel Relief Kokura Annex
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2025

Toyoko Inn Kokura-eki Kita-guchi
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Tobata

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.

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 Yasaka Shrine, 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.

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.
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