Aoyama Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

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Mojiko Retro

5/5(1 review)

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
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Kokura Castle

5/5(3 reviews)

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

Kokura Castle
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Riverwalk Kitakyushu

4/5(2 reviews)

This vast shopping center on the Murasaki River combines a multitude of outlets with an arts center, museum and outdoor recreation space.

Riverwalk Kitakyushu
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Moji Port

4/5(1 review)

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

Moji Port
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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
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Yasaka Shrine

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

Yasaka Shrine

Activities

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Charter Bus 3 days Tour to Hiroshima via San'in from Fukuoka

AU$5,929
Per adult
Charter Bus 3 days Tour to Hiroshima via San'in from Fukuoka
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2 days Charter Bus Tour to Hiroshima via Yamaguchi from Fukuoka

AU$2,442
Per adult
2 days Charter Bus Tour to Hiroshima via Yamaguchi from Fukuoka
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Kitakyushu Half-Day Private Trip with Government-Licensed Guide

AU$287
Per adult
Kitakyushu Half-Day Private Trip with Government-Licensed Guide
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Kitakyushu Full-Day Private Trip with Government-Licensed Guide

AU$431
Per adult
Kitakyushu Full-Day Private Trip with Government-Licensed Guide
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Day Trip Bus Tour to World Heritage Industrial Ruins in Fukuoka

AU$1,180
Per adult
Day Trip Bus Tour to World Heritage Industrial Ruins in Fukuoka
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Shimonoseki & Moji Port Full-Day Private Trip with Government-Licensed Guide

AU$431
Per adult
Shimonoseki & Moji Port Full-Day Private Trip with Government-Licensed Guide
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Our pick of the best Aoyama Hotel Deals

The Steel House
The Steel House
3.5 out of 5
12-3 Otemachi, Kokurakita-ku, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka
The price is AU$42 per night from 6 May to 7 May
AU$42
per night
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and onsite parking. Popular attractions Eishoji Temple and Seicho Matsumoto Memorial are ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (180 reviews)
"This offers great value for money - it’s very clean, with all the usual hotel amenities (kettle, fridge etc) and in a good location. The only negative is that there was no way to control the temperature in the room apart from turning the heating off and opening the window. The room was too warm for ..."

Reviewed on 30 Nov. 2023

The Steel House
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 AU$155 per night from 5 May to 6 May
AU$155
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 restaurants, and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Ive stayed at this property several times, but this time was specual as I selected a "superior" room. The service, amenities, acess to VIP level dining and other services was outstanding."

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2024

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura
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 AU$135 per night from 8 May to 9 May
AU$135
per night
8 May - 9 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"Located right next (above?) to Kokura station. Very convinient ."

Reviewed on 23 Apr. 2024

JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura
Smile Hotel Shimonoseki
Smile Hotel Shimonoseki
3 out of 5
4-4-1 Takezaki-cho, Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi-ken
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$49 per night from 12 May to 13 May
AU$49
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Shimonoseki. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (842 reviews)
"No complaints!"

Reviewed on 22 Mar. 2024

Smile Hotel Shimonoseki
Premier Hotel Mojiko
Premier Hotel Mojiko
4 out of 5
9-11, Minato-machi, Moji Ward, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka-ken
The price is AU$96 per night from 28 May to 29 May
AU$96
per night
28 May - 29 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kitakyushu. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the property condition in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (977 reviews)
"Beautiful view、clean room、great breakfast and very classy building. I loved everything about it."

Reviewed on 5 Apr. 2024

Premier Hotel Mojiko
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kokura Ekimae
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kokura Ekimae
3 out of 5
Kokura Kitaku Uomachi 1-5-14, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka
The price is AU$78 per night from 7 May to 8 May
AU$78
per night
7 May - 8 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast. Popular attractions Karato Fish Market and Amu Plaza Kokura are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Staff were supremely helpful and efficient - helping me make local restaurant reservations and generally being above and beyond. The property is conveniently located near the bustling train station as well as the historic arcade street. And of course, the monorail. Clean, comfortable, economical. ..."

Reviewed on 23 Apr. 2024

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kokura Ekimae
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Other neighbourhoods around Aoyama

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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.

Kurosaki
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Yahatanishi

You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Yahatanishi. You might want to make time for a stop at Kissho-ji Temple or Kitakyushu Quasi-National Park.

Yahatanishi
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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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Shioimachi

While Shioimachi isn't home to many top sights, Museum of Natural and Human History and Takatoyama Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Shioimachi
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Koyanose

Travellers like the museums in Koyanose, and Edo Light Museum is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Koyanose
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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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