Kokura Castle is the symbol of Kokura, built in 1602 by Tadaoki Hosokawa after about seven years of work. The castle is known for its famous “Karazukuri” exterior structure, similar to the watchtowers of early castle towers, and is currently popular for its exhibitions that make full use of advanced technology.
Cherry blossoms and azaleas abound at Kokura Castle, which is illuminated at night to make it stand out clearly at night. Beautiful seasonal events such as moon-viewing parties and chrysanthemum exhibitions are held in front of the watchtower.
The tower is illuminated from after sunset to 10:00 p.m.
April - October: 9:00 - 20:00
November - March: 9:00-19:00
Open all year round
Entrance Fee
General admission: 350 yen
(2 facility ticket: 560 yen*1)
(3 facilities ticket 700 yen*2)
Junior high and high school students: 200 yen
(320 yen for a ticket for two facilities*1)
(3 facilities ticket 400 yen*2)
Elementary school student: 100 yen
(2 facility ticket: 160 yen*1)
(3 facilities ticket 250 yen*2)
1: Kokura Castle, Kokura Castle Garden
2: Kokura Castle, Kokura Castle Garden, Seicho Matsumoto Memorial Museum
15 min. walk from Kokura Station