Kokuraminami Ward
Kitakyushu
Visit Kokuraminami Ward
Popular places to visit
Sugao No Taki Waterfall
Explore the great outdoors at Sugao No Taki Waterfall, a lovely green space in Kitakyushu. Discover the hot springs while you're in the area.
Kitakyushu Quasi-National Park
Explore the great outdoors at Kitakyushu Quasi-National Park, a lovely green space in Kitakyushu. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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.
Things to do
Akiyoshido Cave & Motonosumi Shrine Coastline & Spelunking Tour
Kitakyushu 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Explore Mojiko Port Cruise & Straits Adventure
Shimonoseki & Moji Port Full-Day Private Trip with Government-Licensed Guide
Fukuoka: Nostalgic Izakaya Tour in Kitakyushu's Kokura
Top hotels in Kokuraminami Ward
Toyoko Inn Kitakyushu Kuko
Blueport Hotel Kanda Kitakyushu Airport
JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura
"Beautiful view of Kokura with the mountains in the background, and the lively city in the foreground. Great location for catching the Shinkansen the next morning."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Premier Hotel Mojiko
"Loved this hotel. My room was clean, spacious and cozy and the view was absolutely spectacular. Lovely big windows onto the ocean. Absolutely perfect!"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kokura Ekimae
"The breakfast was very poor."
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Mercure Fukuoka Munakata Resort & Spa
"The hotel is huge and free parking, the front desk staff is super friendly, the room is clean; they have a lounge with free drink, wine and snacks; they also have a coffee corner that you can make coffee by yourself; they have an outdoor pool and a church but due to the weather they didn't open, ..."
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kokuraminami Ward
Higashishinozaki
Higashishinozaki might not have many top sights, but Tanga Market and Kokura Castle are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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.
Itabitsu
When in Itabitsu, you can plan a visit to Kokura Castle and Riverwalk Kitakyushu, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Sone
Though Sone may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kokura Racecourse and Kitakyushu City Baseball Field.
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 Museum of Natural and Human History, and jump on the metro at Edamitsu Station to get around the city.
