Kokura Castle
The castle was first built by Hosokawa Tadaoki in 1602.
Attractions in the castle grounds include a zone in the castle to learn about its history and culture, plus a 360° observation zone with views of Kokura.
The castle is known for its beauty in spring from its 300 cherry blossom trees, and colorful autumn leaves from its keyaki elms and gingko trees.
Attractions in the castle grounds include a zone in the castle to learn about its history and culture, plus a 360° observation zone with views of Kokura.
The castle is known for its beauty in spring from its 300 cherry blossom trees, and colorful autumn leaves from its keyaki elms and gingko trees.
More Information about Kokura Castle
Street address
- 2-1 Jonai, Kokurakita Ward, Kitakyushu City
Access
Route1
- 20 minutes on foot from JR Kokura Station
Route2
- 5 minutes by bus from JR Kokura Station Bus Center
Opening Hours
- April to October: 9:00–18:00
November to March: 9:00–17:00
Closed
Best season
- -
Point
- The tea serving ceremony in the castle grounds is popular
update: Sep.3.2024
Spots around
-
Hiraodai (Hiraodai Countryside Park)
-
MORI NO HANARE
-
Port of Moji
Mekari area -
Yanagawa river cruise
-
Yame central tea plantation
-
Ohori Park
-
Fukuoka Airport
-
Unagi no Seiromushi
-
THE RAIL KITCHEN CHIKUGO
-
Nagahama Fish Market
-
Dazaifu Tenmangu
-
Kyushu National Museum
-
Kitakyushu Airport
-
Kyushu Olle
-
Tobata Gion Oyamagasa Festival
-
Komyozenji Temple
-
Kaho Gekijo Kabuki Theater
-
Kushida Shrine
-
Tachibana Gardens
National Site of Scenic Beauty -
Kyoho Winery
-
Acros Fukuoka
-
Yame Dento Kogeikan (Yame Traditional Crafts Museum)
-
Hakatamachiya Furusatokan
-
Tanga Market
-
Harazuru Hot Spring
-
Nakasu
-
Yabeya Konomi Honke
-
Fukuoka Art Museum
-
Yatai (Food Stalls)
-
Munakata Taisha Shrine
-
Kitakyushu Manga Museum
-
Michi no Eki Munakata Roadside Station
-
Hiraodai (Senbutsu Cave)