Ego
Shimonoseki
Popular places to visit
Tsunoshima Bridge
You can learn about the history of Shimonoseki with a stop at Tsunoshima Bridge. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.
Tsunoshima Lighthouse Park
Explore the great outdoors at Tsunoshima Lighthouse Park, a lovely green space in Shimonoseki. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.
Sumiyoshi Shrine
After visiting Sumiyoshi Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Shimonoseki. Wander the parks or discover the area's hot springs.
Karato Fish Market
During your visit to Shimonoseki, you can do some window-shopping at Karato Fish Market. Wander the seaside or discover the area's hot springs.
Sea Mall Shimonoseki
During your trip to Shimonoseki, you can enjoy retail therapy at Sea Mall Shimonoseki. Stroll along the seaside or visit the temples while you're in the area.
Shimonoseki Municipal Aquarium
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Shimonoseki Municipal Aquarium during your travels in Shimonoseki. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
Things to do
Kitakyushu 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Kitakyushu: Mizokami Brewery Tour and Sake Tasting
Explore Mojiko Port Cruise & Straits Adventure
Ego Hotel Deals
JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura
"Beautiful view of Kokura with the mountains in the background, and the lively city in the foreground. Great location for catching the Shinkansen the next morning."
Reviewed on May 27, 2026
Premier Hotel Mojiko
"Loved this hotel. My room was clean, spacious and cozy and the view was absolutely spectacular. Lovely big windows onto the ocean. Absolutely perfect!"
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kokura Ekimae
"The breakfast was very poor."
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2026
Hotel Relief Kokura Annex
"Room was moist with poor ventilation. Also can’t go in the lobby before check in or after check out without an additional charge. Lobby is nice."
Reviewed on May 13, 2026
Rakuten STAY Kokura Station
"Location was ideal for our four night stay. Located a short walk from Kokura Station, we were able to get checked in and into a restaurant for dinner within 45 mins of arriving by train from Osaka. Room was clean, and adequate in size for four adults. There was no servicing of the room during the ..."
Reviewed on May 1, 2026
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN SHIMONOSEKI
"Clean room and public bath"
Reviewed on May 19, 2026
Where to stay in Ego
Ozuki
You might consider checking out Road Station Kikugawa while you're exploring Ozuki and the larger Shimonoseki area.
Hatabu
Hatabu might not have many top sights, but Karato Fish Market and Shimonoseki Fish Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
