Hatabu 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.
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.
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.
Riverwalk Kitakyushu
This vast shopping center on the Murasaki River combines a multitude of outlets with an arts center, museum and outdoor recreation space.
Kitakyushu Manga Museum
You can study the exhibits at Kitakyushu Manga Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Kitakyushu. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
Things to do
5-Day One Way Bus Trip to North Hyogo from Fukuoka to Hiroshima
Top hotels in Hatabu
JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura
Coin laundry is convenient and the location of the hotel is excellent.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura
Great breakfast buffet
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Premier Hotel Mojiko
Nice hotel and friendly staff. Great views.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Nishitetsu Inn Kokura
Hotel Relief Kokura Annex
Check out is 10am. Once you check out, you are not allowed to stay and sit in the lobby, or they will change you extra.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Hotel Livemax Kokura-ekimae
Room ok. Language barrier, difficult check-in. Machine check-in, not user friendly.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Hatabu
Moji
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Moji. You might want to make time for a stop at Moji Port or Mojiko Retro.
Kuzuha
While there might not be top attractions in Kuzuha, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ganryujima and Moji Port.
Komorie
Komorie might not have many top sights, but Ganryujima and Sea Mall Shimonoseki are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Komatsucho
When in Komatsucho, you can plan a visit to Kitakyushu Manga Museum and Tanga Market, 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.
Tobata
Travellers like the museums in Tobata, and Kitakyushu City Art Museum is a top attraction you might want to visit.
