Kitakyūshū
A steel city at the top of Kyushu, with a wisteria tunnel photographers travel for. The night view from Sarakura is rated among Japan's three best.
Things to do in Kitakyūshū
Where to stay in Kitakyūshū
Kitakyūshū in a day, two days, three
Landmarks in Kitakyūshū
Names and UNESCO status only. Ticks are yours and stay on this device.
From the airport
When to go to Kitakyūshū: Apr or May or Oct or Nov
The heat breaks and the gardens turn — the best light of the year.
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