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Update-Date: Jan 19, 2025

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5 Cozy Restaurants Near Stations in Kokura, Fukuoka

Kokura, located in Kitakyushu City, is often known as the gateway to Kyushu. Easily accessible by Shinkansen from Tokyo or Osaka, it is also a popular destination for travelers. This article introduces five restaurants located near stations in the Kokura area, each offering local flavors and a welcoming atmosphere.

1. Kokura [Yakiniku no Ryu-en]

Just a 5-minute walk from Kokura Station, Yakiniku no Ryuen serves premium yakiniku centered on Kyushu Black Wagyu, along with brand-name beef such as Chikuho Beef and Kumamoto Akaushi. The restaurant also offers lean cuts aged using its unique Sub-Zero Aging technique, bringing out rich flavor and tenderness.

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Guests can enjoy these carefully selected meats with signature sauces and kimchi, recipes that have been cherished for over 30 years. With a refined setting and wines selected by a dedicated sommelier, it is a great place to enjoy high-quality yakiniku in Kokura.

Yakiniku no Ryuen

Open: [Weekdays] Lunch 11:30- (last order 13:30) / Dinner 17:00- (last order 00:00)[Sundays, Holidays] Hours 12:00- (last order 21:00) [Saturdays] Hours 12:00- (last order 00:00)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,500 JPY
Access: Depart JR Kokura Station by the South Exit, and turn left at Kokura Ekimae intersection. In front of the Former Residence of Mori Ogai.
Address: 1-8-15 Kaji-machi , Kokura Kita-ku, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka
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2. Heiwadori [Kishikawa]

Kishikawa, located near Heiwadori Station in Kokura, serves Japanese dishes including sashimi, seafood, and crab. Its signature Dashimaki Tamago, made simply with dashi, is a must-try dish loved by many guests.

The restaurant offers a relaxed setting with reserved rooms and tatami seating, making it a good choice for casual dinners, gatherings, and enjoying Japanese dishes with drinks.

Kishikawa

Open: Normal hours 5:30pm- 12:00am
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 4,500 JPY
Access: We are on the 4th floor of the building next to the 7-Eleven beside the Heiwadori monorail station.
Address: 4F, 2-5-8 Uomachi, Kokura Kita-ku, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka
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3. Minami Kokura [Sumiyaki Ishokutei Nagomiya]

Located an 8-minute walk from Minami-Kokura Station, Sumiyaki Ishokutei Nagomiya is a hidden restaurant tucked away in a back alley. It serves charcoal-grilled skewers, salt-based motsunabe, and fresh seafood in a warm, relaxed atmosphere.

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Its signature yakitori is grilled over binchotan charcoal using domestic chicken. Guests can also enjoy dishes such as tsukune with egg, pork belly skewers, and sashimi, paired with a wide selection of shochu.

Sumiyaki Ishokutei Nagomiya

Open: [Sunday, national holidays] Normal hours 17:30 - 23:00 (last order 22:30) [Monday, Tuesday, Thursday - Saturday] Normal hours 17:30 - 00:00 (last order 23:30)
Closed: Sundays
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY
Access: Eight minute walk east of Minami-Kokura Station. Head north along the main street, past Shinozaki Junior High School, and turn left at the Haramachi intersection.
Address: 2-9-12 Haramachi , Kokura Kita-ku, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka
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4. Jono [Le Coeur et Kokoro]

Le Coeur et Kokoro, an 8-minute walk from Jono Station, serves authentic French cuisine at reasonable prices. Each dish is carefully prepared by skilled chefs, with handmade sauces and broths adding depth to the flavors.

Five recommended izakayas near the station in Kokura, Fukuoka, where the comforting flavors and atmosphere make for a pleasant experience.

The warm, wood-toned interior creates a nostalgic and relaxing atmosphere. It is a versatile restaurant for casual lunches, dinners with friends, anniversaries, and parties.

Le Coeur et Kokoro

Open: Tuesday-Sunday/holidays & days before: Lunch 11:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.; cafe 2:30 p.m.-5:00 p.m.; dinner 6:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
Closed: Mondays
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,400 JPY
Access: An 8-minute walk from Jono Station. Walk on National Highway 10, heading toward Sukiyaki Yasumori, and it will be on the 2nd floor in the Nable Green building.
Address: Navel Green Bldg. 2F-2, 2-9-1 Takabo, Kokurakita-ku, Kitakyushu-shi, Fukuoka
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5. Kokura [Kokura Matsufuji]

Just a 2-minute walk from Kokura Station, Matsufuji is a hidden izakaya serving dishes made with seasonal fresh fish and Agu pork. The wood-accented interior, handmade by the owner, creates a calm and welcoming atmosphere.

Fresh fish from a nearby port is displayed at the counter, and guests can enjoy sashimi, seafood dishes, Agu pork shabu-shabu, and Kyushu specialties such as Hatoshi Age, Tori Ten, and Mentaiko Dashimaki Tamago.

Matsufuji

Open: Dinner 5:00 pm - 2:00 am
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,000 JPY

Disclaimer: All information is accurate at time of publication.

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