Experience elegance and relaxation in Kokura—from traditional crafts to fine dining.

Relaxing Kokura Getaway: A Day of Style, Serenity, and Flavor

Take a moment to escape the rush of everyday life and discover Kokura’s refined side.
This course leads you through hands-on cultural experiences, soothing gardens, and exquisite cuisine.
From the timeless art of Kokura-ori weaving to elegant afternoon tea overlooking Kokura Castle, every stop invites you to relax and reconnect—with yourself and with Japan’s subtle beauty.

Duration : Half day

Transportation : Walking

📍Places to visit on this course

  1. Muromachi Common

  2. Kokura Castle Garden

  3. Kokura SHIMA SHIMA Main Store

  4. BRASSERIE LIPP

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JR Nishi-Kokura Station

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On foot (5 minutes)

1. Muromachi Common

🧵Weave Tradition into Modern Style with Kokura-ori

Try your hand at creating “Kokura-ori,” a traditional striped textile once worn by samurai.
Muromachi Common offers hands-on weaving experiences where you can make coasters or straps using vivid thread patterns. Located conveniently near the station, it’s a perfect way to begin your Kokura journey with creativity and calm.

📍 Basic Info

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Kokura-ori Workshop

hoose between a coaster or strap-making session. Reservation required.

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On foot (6 minutes)

2. Kokura Castle Garden

🍵 Elegant Afternoon Tea with a Castle View

Located beside Kokura Castle, this serene garden offers a taste of Edo-period charm amidst the modern city.
Here, you can experience a unique Japanese-style afternoon tea inside the Shoin Pavilion—normally closed to the public—where time flows gently and tranquility fills the air.

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Afternoon Tea Plan at Kokura Castle Garden

Enjoy a tea ceremony with matcha and sweets, followed by an artistic dessert set inspired by Japanese wagashi. Reservation required.

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On foot (10 minutes)

👜 Sustainable Chic from a Timeless Textile

3. KOKURA SHIMA SHIMA Main Store

Experience the modern revival of Kokura-ori at SHIMA SHIMA, a brand transforming traditional striped fabric into stylish lifestyle items.
From handbags and accessories to eco-conscious designs made with recycled threads, each piece reflects craftsmanship and innovation born in Kokura.

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On foot (1 minutes)

4. Kaleidoscope Studio KAZU

✨ Create Your Own One-of-a-Kind Kaleidoscope

Unleash your creativity at this colorful workshop led by Kyushu’s only kaleidoscope artist, Kazuko Hayashi. Using stained glass and brilliant beads, you can design your own kaleidoscope to take home—a perfect artistic keepsake from your Kitakyushu trip. Each handmade piece captures light, color, and imagination in motion.

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Make Your Own Birthstone Kaleidoscope!

Craft a 3.5 cm × 10 cm kaleidoscope with your birthstone. Choose from dry or oil-filled styles and enjoy a relaxing one-hour session.
🗓️ Held Fri–Sun & holidays, 1:00–2:00 p.m.
💴 ¥3,300–¥5,500 per person

[Book your workshop here (External Link)]

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On foot (8 minutes)

JR Kokura Station

🏁GOAL!

  • A bowl of udon noodle soup topped with green onions, tempura, beef, and a fish cake, served alongside onigiri rice balls wrapped in seaweed.
  • A modern building with glass doors and windows, decorated with flags and signs, including a cartoon tiger mascot wearing a white hat and cape, outdoors on a sunny day with trees in the background.
  • Young girl dressed in traditional Japanese attire hitting a large taiko drum during a cultural festival.
  • A dessert served in a tall glass with various toppings like fruit, beans, and cookies, viewed on a tray with a blurred background.