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
One Day Tour to Kitakyushu and Yamaguchi from Fukuoka
Mojiko Karato Market Motonosumi Shrine Day Tour from Fukuoka
3-Day ONE WAY Bus Tour to Hiroshima via SAN'IN from Fukuoka
Kitakyushu Half-Day Private Trip with Government-Licensed Guide
One Day Tour to Kitakyushu and Yamaguchi from Fukuoka
Mojiko Karato Market Motonosumi Shrine Day Tour from Fukuoka
Top hotels in Kokuraminami Ward
Toyoko Inn Kitakyushu Kuko
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2025
JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025
Premier Hotel Mojiko
Reviewed on 1 May 2025
Mercure Fukuoka Munakata Resort & Spa
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025
Hotel Relief Kokura Annex
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2025
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 Yasaka Shrine, and jump on the metro at Tanga Station to get around the city.
Itabitsu
When in Itabitsu, you can plan a visit to Yasaka Shrine and Kokura Castle, 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.
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.