Tobata
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.
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.
Riverwalk Kitakyushu
This vast shopping center on the Murasaki River combines a multitude of outlets with an arts center, museum and outdoor recreation space.
Things to do
Kitakyushu 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Top hotels in Tobata
JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura
"Conveniently located at the train station and at a walkable distance to main attractions. Property is clean and in good condition. The room was larger than typical Japanese hotel rooms, with several in-room little amenities. Breakfast was good. The only thing I initially struggled was finding where ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Premier Hotel Mojiko
"It will be better if the food pick up area were a little bigger."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura
"Ease of check in and check out processes. Courteous staff. Reasonable good breakfast. Nice amenities."
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kokura Ekimae
"The breakfast was very poor."
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Hotel Relief Kokura Annex
"Room was moist with poor ventilation. Also can’t go in the lobby before check in or after check out without an additional charge. Lobby is nice."
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Rakuten STAY Kokura Station
"Location was ideal for our four night stay. Located a short walk from Kokura Station, we were able to get checked in and into a restaurant for dinner within 45 mins of arriving by train from Osaka. Room was clean, and adequate in size for four adults. There was no servicing of the room during the ..."
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
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 Kokura Castle and Riverwalk Kitakyushu, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Sutara
Sutara might not have many top sights, but The Outlets Kitakyushu and Museum of Natural and Human History are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
