Join us for the Tour de Kyushu, a prestigious UCI (Union Cycliste Internationale) sanctioned cycle road race, returning for its second year in Kyushu! Everyone is invited to cheer on the riders across four exciting stages. The event begins with a criterium at Kokura Castle, followed by three days of over 100 km of daily racing through Oita, Kumamoto (Aso), and Fukuoka. Eighteen teams from Japan and around the world will compete.
Fukuoka Now is seeking 30 international residents of Kyushu, as well as visitors from overseas, to attend the final stage, cheer on the racers, and enjoy food, beverages, and entertainment inside the fan zone at the finish line.
Apply now using this form and tell us why you want to attend! If selected, you’ll receive a generous number of food and drink vouchers, and we’ll travel together as a group on a free shuttle bus service to the fan zone from the nearest train station and back (including a shuttle to the finish line in time to see the race conclusion). With ample food, drinks, and transportation, it’s an ideal way to experience the excitement of world-class cycling live!
About the Fukuoka Stage (Mon., October 14 – Public Holiday)
The “Mynavi Tour de Kyushu 2024” Fukuoka Stage features a thrilling loop course with nine laps overlooking the beautiful Genkai Sea and finishing at the World Heritage site, Munakata Taisha. Each viewing area will have live race broadcasts on large monitors, along with food and beverage booths selling local specialties and PR booths offering various attractions, making it a lively and enjoyable event for all. Participants in this event will receive meal coupons to savor delicious food and drinks from Okagaki and Munakata!
Official website: https://www.tourdekyushu.asia/stage/fukuoka/
Event Timeline
• 11:30: Meet at JR Ebitsu Station (about 1 hour from JR Hakata Station) and depart together in a group from JR Ebitsu Station by private chartered bus
• 12:15: Arrive near the Okagaki Town race observation area, Serida Intersection – Free viewing time
• 15:20*: Depart from Serida Intersection
• 16:00*: Arrive at Munakata Taisha Finish Area
• 18:00: Awards Ceremony at Munakata Taisha
• 18:40: Depart from Munakata Taisha (private chartered bus)
• 19:00: Arrive at JR Togo Station, dismissal
*The departure and arrival times of the shuttle bus from Serida Intersection to Munakata Taisha are subject to traffic conditions.
**Participants may leave the Munakata Taisha finish area early but must arrange their own transportation. Our bus departs at 18:40.
Before the group disbands, all participants will be asked to complete a short questionnaire (5-10 minutes) to provide feedback on their experience to the organizers.
Note: Transportation to and from the meeting points is not included. You are responsible for getting to JR Ebitsu Station on your own and returning from JR Togo Station.
Included:
• Chartered shuttle bus from JR Ebitsu Station to the race venue
• Shuttle bus between viewing areas
• Shuttle bus back to JR train stations (JR Akama Station or JR Togo Station)
• A generous supply of food and drink (including alcoholic beverages) vouchers that can be used at various stalls and vendors at the viewing areas
Application Requirements:
• Participants must be willing to provide feedback about the event by filling out a questionnaire afterward.
• This is a marketing test to gauge the appeal of the fan zones to international audiences; therefore, it is open only to non-Japanese residents of Japan and tourists from overseas.
• The application deadline is October 7. Only successful applicants will be notified.
• Priority will be given to cycling fans. If you are a cyclist or a fan of cycling sports, be sure to mention that in your application!
Apply here (deadline Oct. 7): https://forms.gle/MkHceuJKqX4u1Bc67