Sone 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.
Kokura Castle
Traditional Japanese gardens and a moat surround this picturesque replica castle, providing a peaceful break from the bustle of Kitakyushu.
Moji Port
Explore the waterfront in Kitakyushu with a trip to Moji Port. Experience the area's museums and theatre scene.
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
Kitakyushu 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Fukuoka: Munakata Taisha Shrine Guided Tour – UNESCO Site
Explore Mojiko Port Cruise & Straits Adventure
Shimonoseki & Moji Port Full-Day Private Trip with Government-Licensed Guide
Kitakyushu 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Private Day Trip around Yamaguchi City from Fukuoka with Minibus
Top hotels in Sone
JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura
Very good
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura
Perfect location with delicious breakfast buffet.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Hotel Relief Kokura Annex
Lots of comic books! Drink and food service was great!
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2025
Quintessa Hotel Kokura Comic&Books
スタッフの方がすごく親切で優しかったです。清潔で居心地が良いお部屋でした。窓が開いたのも良かったです。駅から近いのにとっても静かでした。 マンガ読み放題も良いサービスでした。 朝ご飯のカレーライスもサラダも美味しかったです。 次回小倉に来ることがあればまたぜひ泊まりたいです。
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2025
Hotel Livemax Kokura-ekimae
Ok-ish hotel for the price
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2024
Nishitetsu Inn Kokura
Convenient location. Spa was great.
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sone
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.
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.
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 Kokura Racecourse and Tanga Market.
Komorie
Komorie might not have many top sights, but Ganryujima and Sea Mall Shimonoseki are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
