Shinozaki Travel Guide

Kitakyushu

Popular places to visit

Mojiko Retro

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.

Mojiko Retro
Kokura Castle showing château or palace and street scenes as well as a small group of people

Kokura Castle

Traditional Japanese gardens and a moat surround this picturesque replica castle, providing a peaceful break from the bustle of Kitakyushu.

Kokura Castle
Moji Port

Moji Port

Explore the waterfront in Kitakyushu with a trip to Moji Port. Experience the area's museums and theatre scene.

Moji Port
Riverwalk 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.

Riverwalk Kitakyushu
Kawachi Wisteria Garden

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.

Kawachi Wisteria Garden
Yasaka Shrine showing a temple or place of worship and religious aspects

Yasaka Shrine

Discover the long history entwined with sacred myths and exciting annual festivities of this shrine located adjacent to Kokura Castle.

Yasaka Shrine

Things to do

Tsunoshima Bridge was opened in 2000 and is known as one of the longest

One Day Tour to Kitakyushu and Yamaguchi from Fukuoka

฿3,850
per adult
One Day Tour to Kitakyushu and Yamaguchi from Fukuoka
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Top hotels in Shinozaki

JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura
JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura
4 out of 5
Asano 1-1-1, Kokurakita-ku, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka
The price is ฿2,303 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
฿2,303
฿2,534 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"The staff was friendly, helpful, and efficient with check in/out. The location is conveniently located at the JR main station in Kokura. Appreciated the location, accessibility and cleanliness of the hotel. I also felt safe being a solo traveler."

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2025

JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura
3.5 out of 5
2-14-2 Asano, Kokurakita-ku, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka-ken
The price is ฿3,307 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
฿3,307
฿4,184 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
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Reviewed on 29 Dec 2024

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura
Toyoko Inn Kokura-eki Kita-guchi
Toyoko Inn Kokura-eki Kita-guchi
3 out of 5
2-16-21 Asano, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka
The price is ฿1,932 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
฿1,932
฿2,126 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Karato Fish Market and Mojiko Retro are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (263 reviews)
"I would give 6 stars if I could. The hotel room and lobby areas are spotless. Staff are also very helpful and attentive. Free breakfast was tasty and wonderful. You get to store your luggage for free for the day of check in and check out so you could go sightsee carefree. Amenities include PJs, coffee, ..."

Reviewed on 23 Dec 2024

Toyoko Inn Kokura-eki Kita-guchi
Premier Hotel Mojiko
Premier Hotel Mojiko
4 out of 5
9-11, Minato-machi, Moji Ward, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka-ken
The price is ฿1,617 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
฿1,617
฿1,956 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kitakyushu. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"This is probably my most favorite part of Japan with it being less populated so it means people are more down to earth and less Americanized than the more popular parts of Japan. Also this hotel is cheaper than other you will find in the inner city."

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2025

Premier Hotel Mojiko
Rakuten STAY Kokura Station
Rakuten STAY Kokura Station
3 out of 5
1-chome-3-14 Komemachi Kokurakita Ward, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka
The price is ฿2,316 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
฿2,316
฿2,548 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Amu Plaza Kokura and Kitakyushu ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (182 reviews)
"convenient, clean, easy check in and check out, short walk from Kokura station. Exactly what we needed for a quick overnight between trains."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2024

Rakuten STAY Kokura Station
Hotel Livemax Kokura-ekimae
Hotel Livemax Kokura-ekimae
2.5 out of 5
2-3-2 Kyomachi, Kokurakita-ku, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka Prefecture
The price is ฿1,062 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
฿1,062
฿1,168 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, dry cleaning or laundry services and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Amu Plaza Kokura and Kitakyushu ...
7.8/10 Good! (277 reviews)
"Ok-ish hotel for the price"

Reviewed on 1 Dec 2024

Hotel Livemax Kokura-ekimae
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Other neighbourhoods around Shinozaki

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Higashishinozaki

Higashishinozaki might not have many top sights, but Tanga Market and Kokura Castle are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Higashishinozaki
Kokura Castle which includes château or palace, heritage architecture and a river or creek

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.

Kokura
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Itabitsu

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

Itabitsu
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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.

Kokuraminami Ward
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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.

Yahatahigashi
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Tobata

Travellers like the museums in Tobata, and Kitakyushu City Art Museum is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Tobata

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