Yahatanishi
Kitakyushu
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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 theater 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

Nostalgic Izakaya Tour in Kitakyushu's Kokura

Day Trip Bus Tour to World Heritage Industrial Ruins in Fukuoka

One Day Tour to Kitakyushu and Yamaguchi from Fukuoka

Yamaguchi Akiyoshido Cave and Shrine Day Tour From Fukuoka

Akiyoshido Motonosumi Shrine Tsunoshima Bridge tour from Fukuoka

Mojiko Karato Market Motonosumi Shrine Day Tour from Fukuoka
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Other neighbourhoods around Yahatanishi

Aoyama
Though Aoyama might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kitakyushu Municipal Children's Culture and Science Museum and Mt. Sarakura.

Kurosaki
When in Kurosaki, you can plan a visit to Kitakyushu Municipal Children's Culture and Science Museum and Mt. Sarakura, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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
Shioimachi might not have many top sights, but The Outlets Kitakyushu and Kitakyushu City Art Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Itabitsu
When in Itabitsu, you can plan a visit to Yasaka Shrine and Kokura Castle, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Shinozaki
While Shinozaki isn't home to many top sights, Itozu no mori Zoological Park and Kokura Racecourse are some notable places to visit nearby.