Sone
Kitakyushu
Popular places to visit
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 theater scene.
Kokura Castle
Traditional Japanese gardens and a moat surround this picturesque replica castle, providing a peaceful break from the bustle of Kitakyushu.
Riverwalk Kitakyushu
This vast shopping center on the Murasaki River combines a multitude of outlets with an arts center, museum and outdoor recreation space.
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.
Kitakyushu Manga Museum
You can study the exhibits at Kitakyushu Manga Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Kitakyushu. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
Sone Hotel Deals
JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura
Coin laundry is convenient and the location of the hotel is excellent.
Reviewed on 2026/3/25
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kokura
Great breakfast buffet
Reviewed on 2026/4/9
Premier Hotel Mojiko
Nice hotel and friendly staff. Great views.
Reviewed on 2026/3/11
Nishitetsu Inn Kokura
Hotel Relief Kokura Annex
Check out is 10am. Once you check out, you are not allowed to stay and sit in the lobby, or they will change you extra.
Reviewed on 2026/4/12
Hotel Livemax Kokura-ekimae
Room ok. Language barrier, difficult check-in. Machine check-in, not user friendly.
Reviewed on 2025/11/7
Other neighborhoods around Sone
Kokuraminami Ward
Primarily rural and undeveloped, this ward boasts the picturesque Hiraodai karst plateau and Sugao no taki waterfall. Shimosone shopping mall offers retail options, while Kitakyūshū Airport provides convenient travel access.
Komatsucho
While there might not be top attractions in Komatsucho, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kitakyushu Manga Museum and Tanga Market.
Dairishimmachi
While Dairishimmachi might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mikuni World Stadium Kitakyushu and Kitakyushu Manga Museum.
Higashishinozaki
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Higashishinozaki and surrounding area, you can visit Tanga Market and Kokura Castle.
Shinozaki
While Shinozaki isn't home to many top sights, Itozu no mori Zoological Park and Kokura Racecourse are some notable places to visit nearby.
Komorie
While Komorie isn't home to many top sights, Ganryujima and Sea Mall Shimonoseki are some notable places to visit nearby.
