Kurate Town, Nakama, Nogata, Onga-gun (Okagaki, Onga-cho, Mizumaki, Ashiya), Yahata-Nishi-ku (Kurosaki)
Area Leader for 2024 - 2025: Gabrielle Monette
Hello! I’m Gabby, and I’m the area leader for Kitakyushu West! I’m a French Canadian ALT from the city of Ottawa, and I am in my second year in Japan. I am a Kitakyushu City ALT located in Yahata Nishi (specifically in Kurosaki), and I currently teach elementary school! As a major foodie, one of my favorite things to do in Japan is trying new cafes and restaurants. I’m also not opposed to a Karaoke session or two! Another thing I really enjoy is trying new things, and Japan has been a great place to do so, with a plethora of things to do and to see.
Kitakyushu West includes:
Kurate Town 鞍手町
Nakama City 中間市
Nogata City 直方市
Ashiya Town 芦屋町
Mizumaki Town 水巻町
Okagaki Town 岡垣町
Yahata Nishi (Yahata West) Ward of Kitakyushu City 北九州市八幡西区
With our area having so many cities and towns, we definitely aren’t lacking for activities. Our area offers many things to do, such as Mount Sarakura, The Outlets Kitakyushu, and the Kawachi Wisteria Garden. We also have many festivals like Tobata Gion Yamagasa in July, the Ashiya sand sculpture festival in fall, and the Nogata fireworks festival in summer.
Here are some spots to visit in our area:
-Ashiya Aquasian beach in Ashiya
-Mount Sarakura in Yahata
-Space lab in Yahata
-The Outlets Kitakyushu
Resources
Kitakyushu West Resources Google Drive Folder
If you have questions about Kitakyushu West and would like to contact Gabrielle click here to send an email to the Area Leader Liaison.