If you are a fan of Manga, you might want to visit the Manga Museum in Kitakyushu (2 minutes walk from JR Kokura Station).
They have many collections related to local cartoonists such as Reiji Matsumoto, who is famous for his Manga “Uchu Senkan Yamato” (Space Battleship Yamato). They also hold various Manga events every month. One of those events, “Manga School”, is held regularly once a month. There, you can learn techniques and ways to improve your drawing skills from a professional cartoonist. Please visit their website if you would like to know more. http://www.ktqmm.jp/
http://www.japanese-school-asahi.com/
