COURSE INTRODUCTION
COURSE 17 Maple Yabakei Course
A local ride through Nakatsu city's Yabakei Gorge, highly recommended by local guides!
This beginner-friendly course runs along a cycling road that utilizes the tracks of the old Yabakei Railway. Discover local cuisine and cafes that come highly recommended by local guides. The Yabakei Cycling Terminal starting location offers rentals for electronically assisted bikes, road and hybrid bikes, children cycles, bikes with child seats attached, and even tandem bicycles amongst a plethora of other choices. Take in the spectacular views at Yabakei Gorge while meeting locals for a fulfilling experience.
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- Distance to Travel
- 11km
- Average Incline (Climbs)
- 0.5%
- Average Incline (Descents)
- 0.5%
- Elevation Gain (Climbs)
- 55m
- Elevation Gain (Descents)
- 96m
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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Yabakei Cycling Terminal
As a central point on the Maple Yaba Cycling Road, this terminal offers rental bikes, accomodations, shower facilities and more for cyclists who visit from all over Japan. With parking available, the more than 250 rental cycles range from road bikes and electronic-assist bicycles, to kids' bikes and more. Bring the family and experience the beautiful scenery of Yabakei Gorge on bicycle.
Spot Information
- Address
- 353 Yabakeimachi Oaza Kakisaka, Nakatsu, Oita
- Phone Number
- (+81)-979-54-2700
- Hours
- From October to April : 8:30AM-5:00PM From May to September : 8:30AM~7:00PM
- Regular Holiday
- Every Tuesday(12月~2月 火水)
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Re-public Atelier Old Hirata post Office
Once a postal office, the building has been resurrected as a coffee stand. With a plethora of drinks, food and sweets, the locals often stop by for a chat over coffee. Stop by for a relaxing break from your journey.
Spot Information
- Address
- 1387-5 Yabakeimachi Ōaza HirataNakatsu, Oita
- Phone Number
- (+81)-50-5526-7006
- Hours
- 10:00AM–5:00PM
- Regular Holiday
- Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
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Murakami Teishoku restaurant
Nakatsu is known as the holy land of fried foods in Japan. Murakami Shokudo specializes in fried food from Yabakei and is known for its lightly battered, crunchy treats with juicy soy sauce flavoring and a faint hint of spiciness. Why not stop by for lunch?
Spot Information
- Address
- 2040-6 Honyabakeimachi SogiNakatsu, Oita
- Phone Number
- (+81)-979-52-2317
- Hours
- 9:30AM–6:00PM
- Regular Holiday
- Every monday
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Ao-no-Dōmon Cycling Center
Situated along the Yamakuni River, this cycling center is fully equipped with rental cycles and a retro campground. It's also on the Maple Yaba Cycling Road and National Road 212, making it a great place to stop by for cyclists.
Spot Information
- Address
- 1702-1, Nakatsu-shi, Oita
- Phone Number
- (+81)-979-52-2108
- Hours
- 8:00AM-6:00PM
- Regular Holiday
- Open all year
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Yabakei Bridge
Yabakei Bridge is located downstream from Aonodomon, and was completed in 1923. Japan's only 8-arch stone bridge, it is also Japan's longest stone arch bridge. Designated as one of Oita Prefectures tangible cultural properties, it is known as one of Japans' top 100 famous bridges. Passable on bicycle, it is definitely worth a visit.
Spot Information
- Address
- Machihida Sonegi, Yabakeimachi, Nakatsu City
- Phone Number
- (+81)-979-52-2211
- Hours
- 24/7
- Regular Holiday
- None
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