Aoyama Travel Guide
Kitakyushu
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.
Things to do
Fukuoka Seafood Market and Local Flavors Day Tour with Dazaifu
Fukuoka: Munakata Taisha Shrine Guided Tour – UNESCO Site
Kitakyushu 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Top hotels in Aoyama
JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura
air con is good, laundry machine is super too room is clean, staff is great.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura
Needed to pay 3000 yen per person to go to the pool that was listed as a property amenity. Only those who are on a higher floor have access included with their room. Since we weren't on a top floor room - just the 23rd floor, we were told we would need to pay extra to access it. Really, the pool ...
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Hotel Livemax Kokura-ekimae
Room ok. Language barrier, difficult check-in. Machine check-in, not user friendly.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Nishitetsu Inn Kokura
The staff were so kind.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Premier Hotel Mojiko
Nice hotel and friendly staff. Great views.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Hotel Relief Kokura Annex
Appreciated for the free udon mee, coffee and curry rice provided. Nice concept but 1st time in my travelling got asked to leave the HOTEL LOBBY after checked out time
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Aoyama
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.
Yahatanishi
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Yahatanishi. You might want to make time for a stop at Kitakyushu Quasi-National Park or Shiroyama Ryokuchi Park.
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.
Shioimachi
While Shioimachi isn't home to many top sights, The Outlets Kitakyushu and Museum of Natural and Human History are some notable places to visit nearby.
Koyanose
Travellers like the museums in Koyanose, and Edo Light Museum is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Tobata
Travellers like the museums in Tobata, and Kitakyushu City Art Museum is a top attraction you might want to visit.
