Sone 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.
Kokura Castle
Traditional Japanese gardens and a moat surround this picturesque replica castle, providing a peaceful break from the bustle of Kitakyushu.
Moji Port
Explore the waterfront in Kitakyushu with a trip to Moji Port. Experience the area's museums and theatre scene.
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.
Museum of Natural and Human History
Travel back to the beginning of time to learn about the evolution of Earth in this extensive, immersive experience.
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 Sone
JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura
Friendly & helpful staff!
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura
Triple beds was nice and the view from the room was beautiful. It was very easy access from the station. We wish we could use the swimming facility within the price.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Livemax Kokura-ekimae
Room ok. Language barrier, difficult check-in. Machine check-in, not user friendly.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Hotel Relief Kokura Annex
Lots of comics and free food and drinks!
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Toyoko Inn Kokura-eki Kita-guchi
Everything is good.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Nishitetsu Inn Kokura
Convenient location. Spa was great.
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sone
Kokuraminami Ward
Check out the parks during your time in Kokuraminami Ward. Hop around the Kitakyushu area on the metro at Yobuno Station to see top sights like Kokura Racecourse and Hiraodai Countryside Park.
Komatsucho
When in Komatsucho, you can plan a visit to Ganryujima and Mikuni World Stadium Kitakyushu, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Dairishimmachi
When in Dairishimmachi, you can plan a visit to Mikuni World Stadium Kitakyushu and Kitakyushu Manga Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Komorie
Komorie might not have many top sights, but Ganryujima and Sea Mall Shimonoseki are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
