[Official Sale] Kokura Castle & Kokura Castle Garden 2-Facility Combined Ticket (Fukuoka/Kitakyushu City)
- Kokura Castle is the only castle tower in Fukuoka Prefecture and is one of the largest in the country. Built by Tadaoki Hosokawa in 1602, it is a famous castle that was rebuilt in 1959 and is a symbol of Kitakyushu.
- Guests are greeted in Edo period costumes, and there are tea ceremony experiences, illuminations of the castle tower, and laser shows in the gardens every day.
- This entertainment area has a wide variety of activities, including the Kokura Castle Theater, Yabusame Game, role-playing experience, the Castle Tower Cafe and Bar, and the Kokura Castle Samurai Corps, and there are plenty of events too, making it a place where you can make new discoveries every time you visit!
Attraction Tickets
| Ticket type | E-ticket (direct entry) |
| Attraction type | History & culture |
Product Info
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-Introduction to Kokura Castle-
Kokura Castle is a famous historic castle located in Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka Prefecture, and was built by Lord Hosokawa Tadaoki in 1602.
This castle, which has the only castle tower in Fukuoka Prefecture, was rebuilt in 1959 and is now a beloved symbol of Kitakyushu City.
- Instagram Follow Bonus (Limited Quantity)
If you follow Kokura Castle's official Instagram account (account name: @kokura_castle), you will receive a limited edition card!
After following the instructions, you can receive your card by showing the screen at the reception.
*This offer is limited in quantity and will end once stock is depleted.
*Cards are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so we recommend following us on Instagram and visiting early.
- History and Culture
Kokura Castle is known as "the most interesting castle in Japan" and has a wealth of content that can be enjoyed especially by young people.
Visitors are greeted by staff dressed in Edo period costumes, and various events are held regularly within the castle, including marches by the Kokura Castle Samurai Corps.
- Castle Cafe
At the Castle Cafe, a collaboration with a popular local cafe, you can enjoy a special menu as well as a panoramic view of the castle while taking a break.
- Kokura Castle at night
At night, the castle tower is beautifully lit up, creating a fantastical atmosphere.
There is also a bar and live shows inside the castle tower, so you can enjoy the charms of Kokura Castle at night, which is different from a daytime visit.
- Business hours -
- April to October 9:00 to 20:00
- November to March 9:00 to 19:00
*Opening hours may vary depending on events, etc.
-Closed days-
Open all year round
Kokura Castle is also known as the "Sakura Castle." In the surrounding area, there are about 300 cherry trees in full bloom, including Somei Yoshino, Yaebenishidare, Weeping Cherry, and Maihime. In spring, the colorful cherry blossoms add a beautiful color to the place, delighting visitors.
On the first floor of the castle tower, there is an experiential activity called "Yabusame," which is popular with many visitors.
On the second floor of the castle tower, you can learn about the history of the Hosokawa and Ogasawara families who ruled the Kokura domain. In addition, a replica of the castle tower at the time of its construction is on display, allowing you to get a deeper understanding of the culture and architecture of that time.
On the third floor of the castle tower, the mysterious lives of Miyamoto Musashi and Sasaki Kojiro, known for the Battle of Ganryu Island, are introduced. Inside the museum, a reproduction of Sasaki Kojiro's favorite sword, as well as Miyamoto Musashi's wooden sword, are on display, allowing visitors to learn about the history of the master swordsmen of the time.
The Castle Cafe is open on the fifth floor observation deck, which offers a panoramic view of the city of Kokura. In addition to offering authentic cafe menus in collaboration with popular local cafes, the cafe also operates as a bar on an irregular basis in the evenings, allowing you to spend a special time.
Purchase Notice
- Please note that online sales prices are subject to change without notice.
- Please note that re-entry is not permitted.
- Pets are not permitted in the park.
- Please refrain from bringing carts (wagon-type carriers), bicycles, or tricycles.
- Please come to the reception desk without waiting in line and have your ID scanned.
- Anyone aged 65 or older who resides in Kitakyushu, Fukuoka, Shimonoseki, Kumamoto, or Kagoshima can enter at a discounted rate by presenting a certificate issued by a public institution verifying age and address (driver's license, National Health Insurance card, My Number card, senior citizen facility card, etc.).
Includes/Excludes
- Consumption tax
- Tickets
- Attraction tickets
- Dining expenses
- Transportation
- Personal expenses
- Other expenses not mentioned above
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How to Use Your Voucher
- Please present your QR code on-site
Voucher Redemption Period
- Valid for redemption before 2027-03-31; Invalid after expiration
- Kokura Castle Garden will be closed on Saturday, November 8th and Sunday, November 9th, 2025.
Validity Period
- Valid for use before 2027-03-31; Invalid after expiration
- Kokura Castle Garden will be closed on Saturday, November 8th and Sunday, November 9th, 2025.
Experience Location
Location Name: Kokura Castle and Kokura Castle Gardens
Address: 2-1, Jonai, Kokurakita-ku, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka Prefecture, 803-0813April to October 9:00 to 20:00
November to March 9:00 to 19:00
*Last admission is 30 minutes before
*Business hours may vary depending on events, etc.
Cancellation Policy
- Once the order has been completed, it cannot be canceled, modified, or refunded
- Dahil sa pagkakaiba ng time zone, ang kumpirmadong petsa ng pagkansela ay batay sa lokal na oras ng supplier. Mangyaring magbigay ng 2–5 business days para maproseso ang cancellation request, pagkatapos nito ay sisingilin ang cancellation fee ayon sa policy ng produkto. Kapag nakumpirma na ang pagkansela, matatanggap mo ang refund sa loob ng 14 working days.
