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  • “CYCLING DAY Kitakyushu Airport” will be held again in 2026!
    “CYCLING DAY Kitakyushu Airport” was well attended despite being held for the first time.In response to the excitement and positive response, it has already been decided that the event will be held on Sunday, November 15, 2026!The next event will once again start at Kitakyushu Airport, and we will continue to make preparations to deliver an even more powerful experience.Details will be announced on our official website and social media as soon as they are decided. Please look forward to it!
  • Greetings to Everyone & Photo Gallery Released
    Thank you very much for participating in the inaugural “CYCLING DAY Kitakyushu Airport” on November 16, 2025. Many cyclists gathered at Kitakyushu Airport from the morning of the event, and 530 people ultimately made it to the starting line. Blessed with warm weather and gentle breezes that were unusual for November, it was the perfect day for cycling. We hope that everyone enjoyed the magnificent scenery of the Keichiku area and the pleasant route. This time, not only the course itself, but also the food prepared at each aid station, a unique “CYCLING DAY” experience, was a big hit. Shops and local governments around the course generously prepared these exquisite […]
  • Grand Prize Raffle hosted by Beki
    The finale on the main stage will be the Exciting Grand Raffle, starting at 16:00! 🎉Guest rider Beki will appear to liven up the stage and host the raffle.We’ve prepared plenty of fabulous prizes for you!At the end of the event, take home a wonderful souvenir along with your memories of the day!
  • Support Riders & Team Introduction
    On CYCLING DAY, participants will be supported along the course by riders from bike shop clubs and racing teams based in Fukuoka Prefecture.If any trouble occurs during the ride, the support riders will be there to assist you.At 15:30, the support riders will be introduced on the main stage!This is a valuable opportunity to learn which shops and teams are supporting the event and how they help participants. Don’t miss it! CYCLING DAY Kitakyushu Airport – Support Riders & Teams
  • VC FUKUOKA Talk Show
    On the main stage at the venue, VC FUKUOKA, the host team of this event, will hold a talk show starting at 15:00!On the day, the team will serve as ceremonial guest riders, escorting participants from the start to the Kitakyushu Connector Bridge.The top riders of VC FUKUOKA will all be there, including Benjamin Prades and Gerald Ledesma, who secured victories in UCI races such as the Tour of Japan in the 2025 season, as well as YOKOTSUKA Kohei, HONAD Haruhi, and OKUDA Kazuhito, who have won JBCF races.Don’t miss this chance to see them all together! VC FUKUOKA Official Site
  • KAKITA Maho & IKEDA Mizuki Talk Show
    We will host a talk show with KAKITA Maho and IKEDA Mizuki on the main stage starting at 14:30!Both riders, who will join CYCLING DAY as ceremonial guest riders from the start to the Kitakyushu Connector Bridge, are originally from Fukuoka Prefecture.Representing Japan in both track racing and road racing, they’ll share a more personal side of themselves as MC Yumi Kudo dives in with a direct interview.What unexpected stories will unfold? Don’t miss it! KAKITA Maho & IKEDA Mizuki (Japan National Team – Track & Road Cycling) KAKITA Maho and IKEDA Mizuki, who have represented Japan in cycling at the Olympic Games, will join as guest riders.This is a rare opportunity to ride alongside two top athletes who […]
  • BMX performance by LOVE JAM CREWon the main stage
    Stage events will begin at 14:00 on the main stage at the main venue.First to appear is LOVE JAM CREW, a BMX team based in Kyushu.They also operate a BMX school and have produced numerous top-level riders, including world champions and national champions in BMX Freestyle Flatland. Riders from LOVE JAM CREW will take the stage to deliver a special performance packed with skill and style.Don’t miss it! ✅ LOVE JAM CREW Special BMX Performance14:00 PM – Main Venue Stage LOVE JAM CREW Official Site
  • 25 km Course – Timetable
    Here is the timetable for the 25 km course.Check-in times differ by course, and early check-in is not allowed.Please come in a staggered manner to avoid congestion.Review the “Information” page before event day. Information Cold temperatures are expected in the morning.Wear windproof layers or a vest so you can adjust your temperature easily.
  • 65 km Course – Timetable
    Here is the timetable for the 65 km course.Check-in times differ by course, and early check-in is not allowed.Please come in a staggered manner to avoid congestion.Review the “General Information” page before event day. information Cold temperatures are expected in the morning.Wear windproof layers or a vest so you can adjust your temperature easily.
  • 110 km Course – Timetable & Key Safety Points
    Here is the timetable for the 110 km course.Check-in times differ by course, and early check-in is not allowed.Please come in a staggered manner to avoid congestion.Review the “General Information” page before event day. information Cold temperatures are expected in the morning.Wear windproof layers or a vest so you can adjust your temperature easily. ⚠️ 110 km Course – Important Notes ✅ 49.5 km pointRight after leaving the Makinohara Campground aid station, there is a fork.Take the right-hand road. ✅ Hokotate PassFallen leaves cover the road, and raised pavement reflectors (cat’s eyes) are installed.Leaves may hide bumps or grooves—ride carefully and avoid hazards.
  • Please review the information pageon official site before the event day.
    The event is finally approaching!On the day, please have your bicycle and personal gear ready, and come to the event headquarters with your helmet, prepared to start immediately.After check-in, proceed directly to the assembly area. The overall event flow has been summarized on the information page.Please read it in advance before coming to the venue. Information
  • About Helmet Stickers and Stamp cards
    On the day of the race, please come to the reception desk at the main venue. After your entry has been checked, you will be given a helmet sticker and stamp card. ❶Attach the helmet sticker to the front of your helmet Please attach the helmet sticker to identify you as a participant to the front of your helmet.It may not stick properly on helmets with surface treatments such as matte.If this occurs, please inform a staff member. ❷Call the emergency contact number in case of an emergency Emergency contact information is listed on your stamp card.If you experience an emergency after the start, please follow the steps below to […]
  • Temporary Event Parking
    On the day of the event, a temporary event-designated parking area will be available next to the main venue. Upon Entry Please enter the event parking area by following the staff’s instructions from the Kitakyushu Airport parking entrance.Please note that parking in the regular Kitakyushu Airport parking lot is not permitted — be sure to proceed to the event-designated parking area. Upon Exit When leaving, a free parking validation is required before you can exit.Please follow the steps below: ❶Use one of the payment machines located inside the Kitakyushu Airport parking lot to process your free parking validation.(Parking tickets will be distributed at the reception upon finishing the event.)❷After validation, you can exit through the nearby gate directly […]
  • Intrducing the Event Guest Riders
    On the day of the competition, we will introduce guest riders who will liven up the event on the course. Beki(Cycling Navigator) Beki, a resident of Kitakyushu, will be appearing as a guest rider on the 110km course.A cycling navigator who not only enjoys everyday cycling but also takes on various cycling competitions, including completing the 1,200km Paris-Brest in 2023. If you spot her on the course, be sure to say hello! Beki’s profile ▼On her YouTube channel, “Beki’s Must-Go!”, she travels by bicycle and shares the charms of local areas.▼She loves gourmet rides and always tries and reports on local specialties.Instagram: Beki (Beki), Kyushu CyclistYouTube: Beki’s Must-Go! Bicycle LifeX […]
  • [110km / 65km Courses] Introducing the Food at Nagaihama Park – Sorasuna Aid Station
    Hospitality with Warm Soup and Bread At Nagaihama Park’s Sorasuna Aid Station, which riders visit on both the 110km and 65km courses, participants can enjoy warm soup and bread prepared by local residents while gazing out over the wide, shallow beach of Nagaihama.
  • Special Thanks to Everyone Who Helped Spread the Word about the Event
    In preparation for the “CYCLING DAY Kitakyushu Airport” event, various stores throughout the prefecture have been displaying posters announcing the event. We would like to take this opportunity to thank all the stores who cooperated.
  • [After the Finish] Enjoy Burgers & Tofu Soup at the Kitakyushu Airport Aid Station
    The fun doesn’t end at the finish line!
For all participants, a special aid station produced by Fukuoka Trans Co., Ltd., which operates logistics centers and offices near Kitakyushu Airport, will be waiting for you!——Fukuoka Trans Co., Ltd.
With over 70 years of history, Fukuoka Trans is a comprehensive logistics company that integrates various transportation modes—land, sea, and air—to provide one-stop international trade services connecting Japan and the world. Fukuoka Trans Co., Ltd. Official Site ——Here you can enjoy Fukuoka Trans’s special hamburgers and “tofu soup,” a beloved local dish from areas such as Ouma in Kokuraminami Ward, Kitakyushu City.
Recharge your energy with a juicy hamburger, then let the warmth of the […]
  • [110 km Course] New Aid Station Added at Makinohara Campground
    A brand-new aid station will be set up along the 110 km course, located about 46 km from the start at Makinobaru Campground.
On the same day, the local event “Momiji Festival with Oyama de Market” will be taking place there, filling the area with the cheerful energy of local people and the pleasant scents of autumn.Organized by the Sawada Community Association of Chikujō Town, this lively festival features traditional fair booths and a performance of Sawada Kagura, a ritual dance designated as an Important Intangible Cultural Property of Japan.
It’s a wonderful opportunity to experience the local culture and warm hospitality of the community.Participants of the 110 km course can choose […]
  • [110 km Course Exclusive] “Fruits Kobo Efu” Special Sweets Coming Up!
    📣 Exclusive Sweets for the 110km Course! 📣At the “Irahara Dam / Matsuki Orchard Aid Station – Matsuki Orchard (Miyako Town)” on the 110km course, we’re excited to have the cooperation of Matsuki Orchard, known for the sweets café “Fruit Kobo Efu.”Special, limited-edition sweets made with seasonal fruits will be served — a treat you can only enjoy here! 🍰
Although available exclusively to riders on the 110km course, please look forward to this well-deserved reward after conquering the final challenge — the Hokotate Pass Hill Climb! 🍇 About “Fruit Kobo Efu”
Located in Miyako Town, Fukuoka Prefecture, Fruit Kobo Efu is a restaurant operated by Matsuki Orchard, which grows fully ripe […]
  • Riding guidelines and precautions
    🚴‍♂️ The Event Is Coming Up Soon!To ensure a safe and enjoyable ride, please review these key safety reminders based on Japan’s traffic rules.(We know most cyclists already know this — but a quick refresher never hurts!) Course Guidance Course marshals wearing event bibs will guide you at intersections and tricky corners.Direction signs are also posted on utility poles — follow the signs and staff instructions. Bicycles Are Vehicles When turning right at traffic lights (including T-junctions), make a two-step right turn.At intersection Pedestrians Have Priority Always yield to pedestrians, even outside crosswalks.Ride at a speed that allows you to stop safely at any time. No Riding Against Traffic Keep […]
  • Baggage Storage Service
    Luggage storage service will be available on the day.The stamp card given to you at reception and the number written on your helmet sticker will serve as your baggage exchange key.Please be sure to present either one when dropping off or collecting your luggage.
  • Special Braised Beef Stew at Hiraodai Aid Station
    At the final aid station for both the 110 km and 65 km courses — “Tsubaki-ichi / Hiraodai no Fumoto Aid Station”, hosted by Wagyu Beef Farm’s direct restaurant “TORAYA” — participants will be treated to a special dish: Wagyu Beef Tendon Stew! This popular menu item was also a big hit at the former Kitakyushu Cycle Festival, the predecessor of this event. Prepared by “Toraya”, a yakiniku restaurant operated directly by a Wagyu beef Farmer in Yukuhashi City, the stew features tender, melt-in-your-mouth beef tendon and a hearty soup filled with daikon and other ingredients — perfect for recharging your energy. Enjoy this delicious Wagyu Beef Tendon Stew, and […]
  • There will be no mailing of participation notices.
    This event does not send participation notices in advance. Your entry is complete once you receive the payment confirmation email from Sports Entry. Please first make sure that the confirmation email has arrived. After that, simply come to the reception desk on the event day — that’s all you need!
  • We are looking for sponsors for the event
    This tournament will be held as an event that will be enjoyed by many cyclists and local residents.We are looking for corporate sponsors who agree with and support the purpose of this tournament, which aims to promote communication and revitalize the local community through sports. Our sponsorship plan includes benefits that will allow you to connect with attendees and provide promotional opportunities, such as setting up a corporate booth at the venue and exposure in various media.Please take advantage of this opportunity to improve your corporate image and increase brand awareness.We appreciate your consideration. Apply for sponsorship
  • Enjoy casually! – 25km
    As soon as you start, you’ll be greeted with a spectacular view of the Kitakyushu Airport Link Bridge! Feel the breeze as you cycle while admiring the scenery on both sides. After taking a break at Kanda Ryokuchi Park where you turn around, cycle across the bridge again and enjoy the exhilarating view. This is a fun short course that even beginners and families can enjoy, creating memories while taking in the scenery and breeze. About this course
  • A journey to enjoy autumn in Keichiku – 65km
    Ride through the Kitakyushu Airport Link Bridge and take a break at scenic spots like Nagaihama and Metase no Mori. This is a middle-range course where you can fully enjoy cycling while enjoying the scenery. There are no large hills and the course is mostly flat, making it perfect for intermediate riders who want to extend their distance and enjoy an exhilarating ride. About this course
  • Super evil hill climb! Sakahoko pass – 110km
    The longest course of the event, at 110km, is a hill climb course that takes on the challenge of Hokotate Pass, a difficult spot in the Keichiku area.After riding over the Kitakyushu Airport Link Bridge and soaking in the beautiful scenery of Nagaihama and Metase Forest, Hokotate Pass awaits in the middle of the course. With a distance of approximately 4km and an elevation gain of 560m from the base to the summit, this course is extremely challenging! With no way to escape, this is the perfect course for cyclists seeking a sense of accomplishment from reaching the top of the pass. About this course
  • Entries are now open!
    Sorry for the wait!Entries for CYCLING DAY Kitakyushu Airport are now open via Sports Entry!We have a 110km advanced course that takes on the Hokotate Pass, a 65km flat course perfect for intermediate cyclists, and a 25km course that beginners and families can enjoy.Why not cycle at your own pace through the natural beauty of the Keichiku area in autumn?We look forward to seeing many of you! Entry
  • Test run of the course
    In early September, we conducted a course test run in preparation for the event.On this day, cyclists with ties to the event gathered together to cycle to highlight spots of the event, such as Kitakyushu Airport, Nagaihama Beach, and Metase no Mori. In a fun atmosphere, we received a lot of feedback, including suggestions for improving the course to make it even better.Entries will open soon! Please look forward to seeing what kind of course it will be! movie by satch_cycle Photo Gallery Photo: OTA Nobuhiko
  • “CYCLING DAY Kitakyushu Airport” will be held on November 16th!
    The Kitakyushu Cycle Festival will be reborn as Cycling Day. While faithfully maintaining the philosophy and fun of the Kitakyushu Cycle Festival, we will launch a new event that is more approachable and enjoyable for a wider range of people. Event Overview Date: Sunday, November 16, 2025Main Venue: Kitakyushu AirportCycling Area: Keichiku Area (Kanda Town, Yukuhashi City, Chikujo Town, Miyako Town) Event details will be announced at a later date.In addition to the official website, we have also launched an Instagram account!Please follow us for updates!

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