JR Kokura Station, located in Kokurakita-ku, Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka Prefecture, is known as the gateway to Kyushu. Major JR lines such as the Sanyo Main Line, Kagoshima Main Line, and Nippo Main Line, as well as the Kitakyushu Monorail, all converge at this station, making it a convenient hub for accessing various parts of Kyushu.
Historical Station Building
The current station building at JR Kokura Station is the fourth generation, having opened in March 1998. It has 3 floors above ground and 1 floor below ground, with a total floor area of approximately 50,000 square meters. The station building’s design was chosen through an international competition, and the roof and walls feature a design inspired by the stone walls of Kokura Castle.
Surrounding Tourist Attractions
The area around JR Kokura Station is rich in spots where you can feel history and culture, such as Kokura Castle and Tanga Market.
Access Information
| Transportation (from JR Mojiko Station) | Travel Time |
| Train (JR) | Approximately 15 minutes |
| Bus | Approximately 20 minutes |
| Car | Approximately 10 minutes |
JR Kokura Station, located in Kokurakita-ku, Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka Prefecture, is known as the gateway to Kyushu. Major JR lines such as the Sanyo Main Line, Kagoshima Main Line, and Nippo Main Line, as well as the Kitakyushu Monorail, all converge at this station, making it a convenient hub for accessing various parts of Kyushu.
Historical Station Building
The current station building at JR Kokura Station is the fourth generation, having opened in March 1998. It has 3 floors above ground and 1 floor below ground, with a total floor area of approximately 50,000 square meters. The station building’s design was chosen through an international competition, and the roof and walls feature a design inspired by the stone walls of Kokura Castle.
Surrounding Tourist Attractions
The area around JR Kokura Station is rich in spots where you can feel history and culture, such as Kokura Castle and Tanga Market.
Access Information
| Transportation (from JR Mojiko Station) | Travel Time |
| Train (JR) | Approximately 15 minutes |
| Bus | Approximately 20 minutes |
| Car | Approximately 10 minutes |