Fukuoka Prefecture
福岡県
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Hakata and Hakata Ramen: Part of Fukuoka City, Hakata is a thriving area and famous for its Hakata ramen. You can enjoy delicious ramen at yatai stalls and long-established ramen stores.
Fukuoka Castle and Ohori Park: Fukuoka Castle is a historical castle, and the surrounding Ohori Park is a great place for a stroll or picnic.
Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine and Yanagawa River Rafting: Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine in Dazaifu City is dedicated to the god of learning, and Yanagawa City offers river rafting.
Outlet malls in Kyushu: Fukuoka Prefecture is home to one of the largest outlet malls in Kyushu, where visitors can enjoy shopping.
Night view spots in Fukuoka: Fukuoka City offers spectacular night views, and Fukuoka Tower and Across Fukuoka are particularly popular.
Fukuoka's yatai (food stall) culture and Hakata's food culture: Fukuoka has a strong yatai (food stall) culture, and Hakata's food culture can be enjoyed. Typical examples include motsu nabe (hot pot with vegetables in a pot) and mentaiko (cod roe).
Kitakyushu City and Mojiko Retro: Kitakyushu City has tourist attractions and art spots, and the Mojiko Retro district offers historical buildings and atmosphere.
Chikuho Round Trip Route
筑豊周遊ルート
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Chikuho Round Trip Route
(110km)
This route rediscovers the rich nature of the mountains and rivers of the Chikuho area. Located in the central part of Fukuoka Prefecture, the Chikuho area is one of Japan's leading coal-producing regions, which supported Japan's modernization, and is also blessed with rich nature and agricultural products.
Kitakyushu-Kyotsuki Route
北九州・京築ルート
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(89km)
Starting from the Mojiko Retro District, a popular tourist destination, the route turns at the Kiku Peninsula, the northernmost tip of the Kyushu mainland. From Kanmon Bridge, the route heads south along the east coast of the Buzen Sea to the border with Nakatsu City in Oita Prefecture.
Nakagawa-Omuta route
那珂川・大牟田ルート
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(86km)
This route traverses Fukuoka Prefecture from the north using the Higashisefuri Tunnel. From Naka River City, the route hill-climbs along the Chikushiyabakei River to the Minamibata Dam. The route then passes through the Gokayama Dam and over a mountain pass into Saga Prefecture. Although beautiful scenery awaits you, the first half of the race requires a lot of stamina.
Fukuoka / Itoshima Route
福岡・糸島ルート
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(78km)
This route from central Fukuoka City to the popular Itoshima area features a beautiful coastline that has been selected as a Genkai National Park. On the way around the Itoshima Peninsula, we recommend taking a side trip along paths leading to the sea or farm roads leading to the beautiful green fields. You will also find stylish cafes and historical spots throughout the ride.
Kurume/Ukiha Round Trip Route
久留米・うきは周遊ルート
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(77km)
Starting from JR Kurume Station, this mostly flat route is easy for beginners to follow and takes you to Michi no Eki Ukiha, one of the most popular spots in Kyushu. After passing through downtown Kurume, you will reach the "Yamazuto Road" that runs east to west along the foot of the Minoh Mountain Range. The route takes you to a roadside station where you can view the orchards along the route and feel the charm of the area.
Asakura-Otorai Round Trip Route
あさくら・大刀洗周遊ルート
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(73km)
From the northern region of the Chikugo Plain and the town of Otoarai, where rice fields are spread all over, to the deep mountains of Asakura City, this route will allow you to experience the abundant water and greenery of Fukuoka Prefecture.
Buzen/Tomine Route
豊前・東峰ルート
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Buzen/Tomine Route
(61km)
This route is recommended for intermediate to advanced riders who want to enjoy cycle sports. The route takes riders along one of the highest mountain roads in Fukuoka Prefecture to Hikosan, one of Japan's three highest mountains for ascetic practices, and Higashi Mine Village, famous for its Koishiwara pottery. The tour starts from JR Ujima Station in Toyomae City.
Chikugo Round Trip Route
筑後周遊ルート
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(55km)
This route allows you to feel the blessings of the Chikugo and Yabe Rivers, which moisten the Chikugo Plain, and the lives of the people who live there. The area is also home to one of Japan's leading sake breweries and Fukuoka's Yamecha tea, which has a long history of 600 years. The sake breweries scattered in Mizuma, Jojima, and Okawa are a must-see, as is the refreshing green of the tea fields represented by the Yame-Chuo Grand Tea Garden.
Munakata-Shigashima Route
宗像・志賀島ルート
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(51km)
This is another seaside route that Fukuoka Prefecture is proud of, running along the beautiful coastline of Genkai National Park. Spots that take you through pine forests and close to the sea, and the spectacular views you will find along the way are highly recommended.
Munakata-Nogata Route
宗像-直方ルート
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(39km)
Prefectural Route 300, which runs along the Hibikinada Sea, passes through pine forests on its way to Hatsu Beach. From here to Ashiya Town, you are promised a comfortable ride along the faraway coastline. This cycling route, where you can enjoy the spectacular view and the sound of waves all to yourself, is an impressive route that can be proudly taken all over Japan.
Kitakyushu-Ashiya route
北九州・芦屋ルート
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(44km)
Although the route is often thought of as running through an industrial area, it is actually an exciting route to discover that the sea of Kitakyushu is exceptionally beautiful. In addition to the clear, crystal-clear sea, the summer daylilies, and the white lighthouse perched on a rugged rock formation, the route is lined with futuristic windmills that generate next-generation energy.
Cycle train
西鉄・天神大牟田線サイクルトレイン
Nishitetsu Tenjin-Omuta Line Cycle Train
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Nishitetsu operates a cycle train on the Tenjin-Omuta Line during specific hours on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.
The fee for bringing your own bicycle is 300 yen, and pre-registration is required through the official Nishitetsu Train LINE account.
For details, please refer to the following website.
(as of May 2024)
Cycle train
平成筑豊鉄道サイクルトレイン
Heisei Chikuho Railway Cycle Train
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Heisei Chikuho Railway operates a cycle train service from March 30, 2024 to March 30, 2025.
Weekends and holidays, no extra charge, online reservations required.
(As of May 2024).
Cycle train
黒銀サイクルラック
Kurogin Cycle Rack
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The “Kurogin” train equipped with bicycle racks is the first Heisei Chikuho Railway train equipped with bicycle racks.
The folding seats become a bicycle rack when not in use, and can hold up to five bicycles.
(As of May 2024).