Yahatahigashi Travel Guide
Kitakyushu
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Popular places to visit
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.
Kitakyushu Environment Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Kitakyushu Environment Museum during your trip to Kitakyushu. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
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.
Things to do
Fukuoka Seafood Market and Local Flavors Day Tour with Dazaifu
Kitakyushu 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
3-Day ONE WAY Bus Tour to Hiroshima via SAN'IN from Fukuoka
Top hotels in Yahatahigashi
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
JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura
Convenient location and clean room. Access to the lounge is a nice touch.
Reviewed on 20 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
Premier Hotel Mojiko
Amazing view
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Art Hotel KOKURA New Tagawa
Room was a little worn out but actually lended to the old European style they were going for, garden view from room was pretty good but very nice from the all-day restaurant during breakfast buffer (which also had a great selection of Japanese and Western food), would be good if they had a coin laundry ...
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Yahatahigashi
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 Shiroyama Ryokuchi Park.
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.
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.
Itabitsu
When in Itabitsu, you can plan a visit to Kokura Castle and Riverwalk Kitakyushu, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Yahatanishi
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Yahatanishi. You might want to make time for a stop at Shiroyama Ryokuchi Park or Edo Light Museum.
Higashishinozaki
Higashishinozaki might not have many top sights, but Tanga Market and Kokura Castle are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
