Easy & Active Half-Day Course by the River

Wakeboarding Fun for Beginners in Koyanose

Koyanose is often known for its calm, historic post-town atmosphere—but it also offers exciting outdoor activities. This half-day course combines beginner-friendly wakeboarding on a peaceful river with local food and a charming café stop. A perfect summer plan for families, couples, and friends looking for an active yet relaxed experience in Kitakyushu.

Duration : Half day

Transportation : Car

📍Places to visit on this course

  1. Bakery Vraie

  2. KGS GMR WAKE

  3. Cafe 88 Koyanose

🚩START!

Kyushu Expressway Kurate IC

By car (20 minutes)

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1. Bakery Vraie

🥐 Handmade Bread Loved by Locals

A popular local bakery offering around 50 varieties of bread each day. Their signature cornet pastry is filled with cream only after ordering, creating a perfect balance of crispy dough and smooth, chilled cream. The carefully crafted Vraie Burger is another must-try favorite.

📍 Basic Info

By car (2 minutes)

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2. KGS GMR WAKE

🌊 Try Wakeboarding—Even If It’s Your First Time

Located along the calm Ongagawa River near the historic Koyanose post town, this spot offers wakeboarding experiences all year round. Thanks to stable river conditions and attentive instructors, beginners can feel safe and confident while enjoying their first ride on the water.

📍 Basic Info

Pick Up!

🌟 Wakeboarding for Beginners

The beginner trial course includes all equipment rentals and an introductory lesson for ¥3,800～. Sessions are held three times a day (9:00 / 12:00 / 15:00) and last about 3 hours, including a professional demonstration.

By car (2 minutes)

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3. Cafe 88 Koyanose

☕ A Cozy Traditional Café in a Historic Town

This charming café is housed in a traditional Japanese home over 100 years old. Enjoy sweet treats like mini parfaits or relax with a pot of herbal tea served in a teapot. A calm and comforting stop that perfectly matches the nostalgic atmosphere of Koyanose.In the back of the cafe, an acupuncture clinic is also in operation. Since appointments take priority, it's best to call ahead before visiting.

📍 Basic Info

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By car (8 minutes)

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Kyushu Expressway Kurate IC

🏁GOAL!

  • A bowl of udon noodle soup topped with green onions, tempura, beef, and a fish cake, served alongside onigiri rice balls wrapped in seaweed.
  • A modern building with glass doors and windows, decorated with flags and signs, including a cartoon tiger mascot wearing a white hat and cape, outdoors on a sunny day with trees in the background.
  • A dessert served in a tall glass with various toppings like fruit, beans, and cookies, viewed on a tray with a blurred background.