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Kokura Castle
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Kokura Castle

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Kokura Castle is a castle located in Kokurakita, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka Prefecture. Also known as Shengshan City, Yecheng, Zhiyue City, Yongjin City, and Carp City, it is one of the famous sightseeing spots in Kitakyushu Island. About the 13th century, the castle tower was built on a hill on the west bank of the Zichuan Estuary. The scope and planning of the present Kokura Castle was determined in 1587 during the Azuchi-Momoyama period, when Mouri Katsunobu built the castle. The southern barbarian-style Tianshou of Kokura Castle was officially built in 1602 by Hosokawa Zhongxing, who entered the city due to his achievements in the Battle of Sekigahara. There are five floors in total, the first floor is the historical area, the second floor is the city experience area, the third floor is the video experience area, the fourth floor is the enterprise exhibition area, and the fifth floor is the outlook area. Postwar Reconstruction From 1632 when Ogasawara Tadasama started to rule Kokura Castle, it has been the residence of the Ogasawara family for about 230 years after 10 generations until the Meiji era. In 1866, due to the change of Keio Bingin, Kokura Castle was burned down and lost its glory. The current Kokura Castle was rebuilt in 1959 and is a ladder-style flat city. The center of the city is the Honmaru, the south is the Matsumaru, the north is the Kitanomaru, and the Ninomaru, Sannomaru and Waiguo are set in order on their periphery. The building consists of a stone wall made of unprocessed stone, a castle tower and a small tower, 117 flat turrets, 16 double turrets, 12 turret gates, and 3271 narrow rooms. The Zichuan flowing through the east of the castle was used as a natural moat, and part of the castle town was surrounded by the outer wall, forming a so-called "vertical and horizontal" castle structure. The existing buildings are part of the stone wall and Hori, and the castle, the turret gate, the garden and the daimiyajiki are reconstructed. The layout of the courtyard of Kokura Castle showcases the traditional Japanese etiquette, and there is a memorial hall for the world writer Matsumoto Qingzhang in the city. The Dango Market in the central area of Kokura reflects the food culture of Kitakyushu Island and is full of vitality.Kitakyushu City · 144m from downtown
Kyushu Railway History Museum

Kyushu Railway History Museum

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Mojiko Station is the starting point of the Kagoshima Main Line of the earlier railway in Kyushu Island. It can be said that it is the origin of the development history of Kyushu Island's railway, and mainly records the history of Kyushu Railway. As early as the Meiji period, there was a debate within the Japanese government about whether the railway business should be run by the government or should be operated in a private form with half officials and half citizens. Later, Ito Hirobumi, who advocated private ownership, served as the prime minister of the Japanese government, and Kyushu was established in Meiji 21. Shima Railway, the Japan Railway National Law passed in Meiji 40, and Kyushu Shima Railway was dissolved as a private railway company. In Heisei 15 (2003), Japan established the Kyushu Railway Memorial Hall using the remaining buildings of the old Kyushu Railway. The Kyushu Island Railway Memorial is divided into two parts: the exhibition inside the museum and the exhibition outside the museum. The exhibition outside the museum is divided into a vehicle exhibition field and a mini railway park. There are two steam locomotives, five decommissioned vehicles driving in the Kyushu Island area, and a truck carrying coal, and some of them can be visited by tourists. The Mini Railway Park is a small railway playground. Visitors can take cute trams to circumnavigate the park. These trains are four types of limited express trains and a suburban tram currently running on Kyushu Island. Of course, this requires an additional fee. One trip is 300 yen. The main building is a red brick building with red bricks, which is divided into upper and lower floors. On the first floor, there is a physical display of passenger cars from the Meiji period, as well as a platform display in the real situation at that time. A panorama model of the Kyushu Railway with the HO specification (1/87) and the more popular 811 series suburban trains that can simulate driving were also installed in the exhibition hall. Of course, the souvenir shop and rest area are also on the first floor of the venue. The second floor displays souvenirs related to the Kyushu Island Railway, including various old tickets, train signs, station supplies, as well as items related to current trains.Kitakyushu City · 10.4 km from downtown

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Fukuoka Seafood Market & Local Flavors Day Tour with Mojiko Retro & Kokura Area (English/Korean Guide)
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Fukuoka round-trip Moji Port + Kokura Castle + museum/outlet (choose one) + Mount Sarakura night view 1-day tour
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Kitakyushu retro line | Mojiko Retro district + Karato Fish Market + Kokura Castle family package
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Fukuoka: Mojiko Port, Kokura Castle & Shrine 1-Day Trip
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[Guaranteed Departure] Fukuoka: Yufuin + Beppu Kamado Jigoku + Dazaifu Tenmangu One Day Tour [Japan Kyushu • Kannawa • English Guide]
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Fukuoka: Yufuin + Beppu Kamado Jigoku + Sapporo Brewery with Attack on Titan Museum One Day Tour [English Guide • Guaranteed Departure]
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1-day tour of Kyushu Yufuin · Nyoirinji Temple · Yufuin · Lake Kinrin · Beppu hell hot springs autumn foliage viewing
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A day trip to Kyushu for autumn foliage viewing, Beppu Hell, Yufuin, and Dazaifu, including the Yufuin no Mori train.
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Kyushu Hidden Gem | Slow Living in Yufuin, Misty Kinrin Lake Like a Dream, Embrace Nature
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Beppu Hell Hot Springs & Yufuin Fairy Tale Town Day Tour | Nyoirinji Temple + Kinrin Lake | Departing from Fukuoka
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1-day tour to Beppu hells, African safari and Yufuin with Yufuin no Mori train experience
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Fukuoka departure, take the Yufuin no Mori train + Yufuin + Lake Kinrin + volcanic hot spring 1-day tour
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1-day tour along Kitakyushu coastline - Mount Sarakura night view, Motonosumi Shrine, Moji Port and Karato Market
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1-day tour of Kitakyushu and Yamaguchi: Motonosumi Shrine + Exploring Akiyoshido Cave + Panoramic View of Tsunoshima Bridge
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1-day tour to Moji Port and Karato fish market in Kitakyushu, outlet shopping and enjoying the million-dollar night view
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Moff Animal Cafe LaLaport Fukuoka Admission Ticket (All-You-Can-Drink Beverages)
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YokaBus Heritage in a Cup Yame Tea and Sake Tasting Expedition
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Fukuoka: Yufuin & Beppu Tour, Sapporo Brewery, AoT Museum
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RckhApril 11, 2025
4.0
nice environment and good sea view. plenty of food and restaurant. baked curry was awesome ! nice place to go ! will be back again

Mojiko Retro

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_TI***j0April 16, 2025
4.0
the ancient building is historically iconic in the city , the flowers are starting to blossom so the photos look really nice

Kokura Castle

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보라군May 1, 2023
5.0
The highest point in Mojiko, behind the post office building At the time, the entrance fee was 300 yen You can see Shimonoseki across the sea at a glance

Mojiko Retro Observation Gallery

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西等记忆February 15, 2020
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A 5-minute walk from the station is the Kyushu Railway Memorial. I am not a railway fan, but when I am in Kyushu, I have many opportunities to come into contact with various limited trains and different models of JR trains, so it is inevitable that I am sensitive to the surroundings of trains. There are three locomotives at the entrance of the Kyushu Railway Memorial, representing the technology of three eras. There are a large number of old trains on display inside, and you can also board the train to appreciate the internal structure. In the process of industrialization, there is probably no more important driving tool than the train. The most commemorative in China is the green-skinned train, but in Japan, there are too many technical stages and design stages. This memorial displays important fragments of railway trains.

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zhangfeifeiJuly 24, 2023
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The building is unique and magnificent, and houses and displays more than a thousand species and tens of thousands of marine fish and creatures. Through rich fish displays, protection propaganda for precious endangered species, wonderful marine animal performances and various popular science activities, it introduces knowledge about aquatic creatures, tells stories about the sea, and advocates environmental awareness.

Kaikyokan

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coo***anMay 18, 2021
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[Scenery] The Saga Hot Air Balloon Museum is very close to the Kitakyushu Museum of Natural History & Human History, which is quite interesting. The building itself is a work of art. [Fun] It is worth driving here. There is a parking lot.

Kitakyushu Museum of Natural History & Human History

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_TI***ueJuly 16, 2025
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The history and culture of Kanmon Strait are very well organized. The interactive system is also excellent. The view overlooking the strait is also first-class.

Kanmon Strait Museum

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sAviOr_07July 24, 2025
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Akama Jingu Shrine looks quite new, maybe it was rebuilt. It originated from the Heike clan, the emperor Andoku who jumped into the sea, quite pitiful. According to the introduction, it is famous for praying for good luck, eliminating water disasters, bringing good luck, and protecting the country.

Akama-jingu Shrine

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When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include 1-day tour along Kitakyushu coastline - Mount Sarakura night view, Motonosumi Shrine, Moji Port and Karato Market, 1-day tour of Kitakyushu and Yamaguchi: Motonosumi Shrine + Exploring Akiyoshido Cave + Panoramic View of Tsunoshima Bridge, and 1-day tour to Moji Port and Karato fish market in Kitakyushu, outlet shopping and enjoying the million-dollar night view. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

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