COURSE INTRODUCTION
COURSE 14 Tour de Saiki Course
Enjoy the Bounty of the Sea with the new Tour de Saiki Sightseeing Course!
This sightseeing course was born from the cycling event Tour de Saiki, and offers stunning views of the seas, mountains and rivers, and excitement around various areas with Saiki city as the stage! A cycling route friendly for beginners and families, there are plenty of spots to have fun with the kids. Try the local cuisine born from the amicable climate and bountiful nature of the area.
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- Distance to Travel
- 31km
- Average Incline (Climbs)
- 0%
- Average Incline (Descents)
- 0%
- Elevation Gain (Climbs)
- 51m
- Elevation Gain (Descents)
- 52m
CYCLE MAP
Spot Information
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Cycle Stand
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Air Pump
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Tools
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Restroom
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Drink Supplies
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Roadside Station Yayoi
With the public bath and spa "Yayoi-no-yu" and the freshwater aquarium "Banjou Osakana-Kan", Michi-no-Eki Yayoi is the perfect stop to take a break on your cycling journey. Browse local specialities, or visit the food court for meals cooked with fresh local ingredients. The facility is situated along National Road No. 10, and connects with roads along the Banjo River, as well as Prefectural Road 35, which serves as the course for the Tour de Saiki, making it a great base for cycling.
Spot Information
- Address
- 898-1 Yayoi Oaza Kamiogura, Saiki, Oita
- Phone Number
- (+81)-972-46-5841
- Hours
- 8:30AM-5:30PM
- Regular Holiday
- 2nd Tuesday of each month
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Bajou O-sakana kan Aquarium
This freshwater aquarium prides itself on conveying the importance of protecting local waterways, while promoting the Banjo River as Kyushu's finest clear stream. With displays of tropical fish from around the world, it also provides an entertaining aquarium experience. Take the family and kids to see the charms of a local aquarium.
Spot Information
- Address
- 898-1 Yayoi Oaza Kamiogura, Saiki, Oita
- Phone Number
- (+81)-972-46-5922
- Hours
- 10:00AM–5:00PM
- Regular Holiday
- Closed on the 2nd Tuesday of every month
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Saiki Umi no Ichiba - Seafood market
Peruses over 200 local vendors providing an abundance of fresh seafood and processed aquatic products, or gorge on all-you-can-eat sushi at one of the facility's restaurants.
Spot Information
- Address
- 3-21 KazuraminatoSaiki, Oita
- Phone Number
- (+81)-120-413-780
- Hours
- 9:00AM–6:00PM
- Regular Holiday
- January 1st
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Nishihama Mural "Saiki Ryugu-zu"
See a 3x80 meter massive mural on the banks of Nishihama, which make up the final stretch of the flood plains cycling course. The mural took 8 months to complete. View it from afar to capture the dynamism of this splendid artwork.
Spot Information
- Address
- 2-24 Nishimachi, Nakamura, Saiki City
- Phone Number
- (+81)-972-22-2148
- Hours
- 24/7
- Regular Holiday
- None
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Onyujima Island
Onyujima Island is situated in the Saiki Bay facing the Bungo Channel. Try the island's specialties, beginning with dried young sardines and strawberries, alongside other bounties of the seas and mountains, and get to know the friendly locals. Enjoy a ride on the uncrowded roads alongside the pristine blue waters.
Spot Information
- Address
- Hyugadomariura, Saiki City
- Phone Number
- (+81)-972-22-3111
- Hours
- 24/7
- Regular Holiday
- None
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Sushi restaurant Kihachi
Enjoy some of the finest and freshest sushi in Saiki, which faces Oita's famed Bungo Channel. Also famous for its parfaits, Kihachi offers authentic, extravagent parfaits as well.
Spot Information
- Address
- 7-12 Nakamura MinamimachiSaiki, Oita
- Phone Number
- (+81)-972-22-5818
- Regular Holiday
- Every monday
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