Yahatahigashi
Kitakyushu
Visit Yahatahigashi
Popular places to visit
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.
Museum of Natural and Human History
Travel back to the beginning of time to learn about the evolution of Earth in this extensive, immersive experience.
Kitakyushu Environment Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Kitakyushu Environment Museum during your trip to Kitakyushu. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
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.
Things to do
Fukuoka Seafood Market and Local Flavors Day Tour with Dazaifu
Mojiko, Karato, Tsunoshima & Motonosumi Shrine Day Trip | Fukuoka
Mojiko, Karato Market, Kokura Castle & Miyajidake Shrine Day Tour
Fukuoka: Nostalgic Izakaya Tour in Kitakyushu's Kokura
Shimonoseki & Moji Port Full-Day Private Trip with Government-Licensed Guide
Kitakyushu 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Top hotels in Yahatahigashi
CHIGUSAHOTEL
JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura
air con is good, laundry machine is super too room is clean, staff is great.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura
Needed to pay 3000 yen per person to go to the pool that was listed as a property amenity. Only those who are on a higher floor have access included with their room. Since we weren't on a top floor room - just the 23rd floor, we were told we would need to pay extra to access it. Really, the pool ...
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Hotel Livemax Kokura-ekimae
Room ok. Language barrier, difficult check-in. Machine check-in, not user friendly.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Nishitetsu Inn Kokura
The staff were so kind.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Premier Hotel Mojiko
Nice hotel and friendly staff. Great views.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Yahatahigashi
Kurosaki
While there might not be top attractions in Kurosaki, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kitakyushu Municipal Children's Culture and Science Museum and Mt. Sarakura.
Aoyama
While there might not be top attractions in Aoyama, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kitakyushu Municipal Children's Culture and Science Museum and Mt. Sarakura.
Shioimachi
While Shioimachi isn't home to many top sights, The Outlets Kitakyushu and Kitakyushu City Art Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Itabitsu
When in Itabitsu, you can plan a visit to Kokura Castle and Riverwalk Kitakyushu, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Yahatanishi
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Yahatanishi. You might want to make time for a stop at Kitakyushu Quasi-National Park or Shiroyama Ryokuchi Park.
