Munakata-Shikanoshima Route

A great place to enjoy shopping, meals, and rest all in the one spot. There are a farmers market, restaurant, a rice flour-based bakery, and local souvenirs available for purchase. All the most delicious items from Munakata are available, including fresh fish caught in the Genkai-nada Sea, local fruits and vegetables, and other regional delicacies.

This chalk-white hotel commands impressive views. The overall design was produced by world-famous furniture maker Cassina-IXC. The heart-shaped "Cloche du Bonheur" (“Happiness Bell”) is also located at the hotel, along with Lovers’ Certificates, a heart-shaped key and padlock presented.

This is the head shrine for all of Japan's Miyajidake shrine network, known as places to pray for good luck and prosperity in business ventures. When you visit the shrine, you’ll surely notice the eye-catching giant Shimenawa (sacred straw rope), which is 2.6m thick, 11m long and weighs 3 tons.
In February and October, the setting sun lights up the road going from the sea all the way to the temple, and has been gaining in popularity as the "Path of Light".

Cycling Road Exit

After leaving the coastal road, pass the park and turn left.

This is a sports facility with baseball, soccer, and rugby fields, tennis and volleyball courts, a ground golf practice area, and play equipment for children. Rental cycles are also available, along with tools, bicycle pumps, and coin-operated showers.

A rental cycle shop and cafe right at the entrance to Shikanoshima, near the torii gate. The shop mostly specializes in sports bikes such as cyclocross bikes and mountain bikes. Enjoy pasta and other light meals in the cafe. You can buy drinks and other items such as bicycle inner tubes in the shop.