Beside the Mojiko area is Mekari, reached by tram from Kyushu Railway History Museum Station on the Mojiko Retro Sightseeing Line*, which makes use of the former port cargo railway line. From Mekari Park - the Second Observation Deck, you can experience a breathtaking view of the Kanmon Straits.

Another choice is to take a local train from Mojiko Station for about 10 minutes to Kokura Station in the center of Kitakyushu City. Katsuyama Park, on the grounds of Kokura Castle built in 1602, has a Japanese garden that is beautiful in all four seasons and replete with literature and history facilities for full appreciation of this place and its people.

A bit farther away is Mt. Sarakura, offering enjoyment of commanding views. Find delight in panoramic views of Kitakyushu City from the observatory, at an elevation of 622 meters, by day as well as in fabulous night views. From the station at the mountain foot to the summit is a 10-minute trip by cable car connecting to monorail.

*The train runs regularly on Saturdays, Sundays, and National Holidays from the middle of March to late November. During spring and summer vacation it is operated daily.

Kanmon Straits Fireworks Display
The brilliant fireworks display over the straits is a summer treat every August.

Kokura Castle
A good stretch of the legs from Moji to Kokura brings you to Kokura Castle Tower, rebuilt in 1959.

Sunset in the Mojiko Retro Area

Moji and its surrounding area are also extremely popular for its gourmet restaurants. You won’t want to miss out on restaurants offering freshly caught fish and shellfish from nearby waters.

In addition to the appeal of savory seafood, there are a number of well-established eateries serving up Western and Chinese cuisines. Finally, be sure to try Moji’s notable delicacy, known as yaki curry (baked curry rice).

Railways have played an important role in the development of industry and culture across modern Japan in its big cities and villages. By riding the railways and walking the streets of Moji, you also are taking a journey that brings to life the memory of times gone by.

Mojiko Retro Area

(1) Blue Wing Moji (2) Mojiko Retro Observation Room (3) Old Moji Customs House (4) Kyushu Railway History Museum (5) Mojiko Retro Pier (6) Old Moji Mitsui Club (7) Mekari Park - the Second Observation Deck

Getting There

Fly an hour and 40 minutes from Tokyo International Airport (Haneda) to Kitakyushu Airport. A bus from Kitakyushu Airport takes about 35 minutes to reach JR Kokura Station, and JR Kagoshima Line train is a 15-minute ride to Mojiko Station.

For More Info

» Kitakyushu City Tourist Information Corner
TEL: (+81) 093-541-4189
» Kyushu Railway History Museum (Japanese)
TEL: (+81) 093-322-1006