New experiences are one of the most memorable parts of travel. This course is the perfect plan for travelers looking to have unique experiences in Kitakyushu. Draw real manga at the Manga Museum, sip on matcha green tea in the Kokura Castle Japanese Garden, trace the steps of Seichō Matsumoto, a world-famous author, and go on a journey back in time at the Kitakyushu Museum of Natural History & Human History. Appreciate art exhibits in a retro building that used to be a bank, and enjoy the beautiful night views of Kitakyushu, one of the top 3 night views in Japan.
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1Kitakyushu Manga Museum
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The Kitakyushu Manga Museum opened in 2012 with the goal of preserving Japanese manga culture in Kyushu, the home of many famous manga artists. The museum focuses on three themes: "See" see exhibitions by local manga artists), "read' (read manga from a collection of around 50,000 volumes), and "draw" (draw manga in the museum classroom). Immerse yourself in the world of manga the entire day. -
2Kokura Castle Japanese Garden
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Indulge in serenity and enjoy the taste of matcha green tea and Japanese confectioneries. Visitors can enjoy the matcha set (500 yen on weekdays, 300 yen on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays) as they sit inside the mansion built in the Shoin-zukuri traditional architectural style. Take a stroll through the garden and enjoy the beauty of the changing seasons. -
3Kitakyushu Municipal Matsumoto Seicho Memorial Museum
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The Matsumoto Seicho Memorial Museum commemorates Matsumoto Seicho, a famous Japanese author from Kitakyushu whose works have even been translated to several foreign languages. The exhibit room introduces his collection of works, consisting of approximately 700 volumes in total, and features a replica of his library and study. A timeline spanning a length of 22 meters introduces visitors to Matsumoto's life as well as important historical events of the time. -
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5Kitakyushu City Former 130 Bank Gallery
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The Kitakyushu City Former 130 Bank Gallery was constructed in 1915 by Kingo Tatsuno, who also designed several other famous Japanese works of architecture, including the Tokyo Station Building and the Bank of Japan head office. The building features a modern design with its red brick walls and geometric patterns covering the entranceway, columns, and window frames. The building is now used as a place to host art exhibits and concerts, and functions as a center for promoting art. -
6Mt Sarakurasan
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Known as one of the three best evening views of modern Japan, but the daytime is fantastic as well. You can see from the industrial areas built along the Dokai Bay, all the way to the red Wakado Ohashi bridge, and even further into Shimonoseki. -
7Drugstores and 100-yen shops
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The area around Kokura Station contains many drugstores and 100-yen shops! Buy all your travel necessities here!
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