This restaurant in Nobeoka City offers fresh seafood caught in the area. You can enjoy a relaxing meal while overlooking the sea, and the menu is extensive, including children's meals and chicken nanban. The spacious interior also features tatami seating, making it a comfortable option for families with young children. It's the perfect place for the whole family to enjoy a leisurely meal.

Enjoy a cruising experience to admire the breathtaking ocean scenery from a boat. You're sure to have a great time peering into the coral reefs and thrilling your way through sea tunnels. Another attraction is being able to experience the magnificent nature up close as you circle the island.
The experience can be booked at the Kitaura Seaside Park Tourist Information Center, and since it departs from the port right in front of the center, even first-timers can participate with peace of mind.

After the cruise, we headed to the Kitaura Roadside Station.
A wide variety of fresh seafood, such as oysters and scallops caught in Nobeoka, will be on display.
In addition, there is a wide variety of bento boxes and souvenirs made with local ingredients.
One of the attractions is being able to enjoy Nobeoka's unique souvenirs while choosing the perfect ingredients for tonight's BBQ. Even the time spent deciding what to buy becomes a memorable part of your trip.

Once you've gathered all the ingredients, head straight to the cabin.
Fifteen cabins are lined up in a pine forest that connects to the white sandy beach of Shimoaso Beach. Each cabin is equipped with a barbecue grill, net, and tongs, so you can enjoy a special dinner while cooking fresh seafood purchased at the roadside station.
Furthermore, the rooms are fully equipped with a kitchen, dishes, refrigerator, rice cooker, bathroom, toilet, bedding, and air conditioning/heating. Guests of all ages, from young children to the elderly, can stay comfortably and with peace of mind.
Since you can stay overnight right after dinner, one of the attractions is that you can enjoy spending time with your family without worrying about the time.

The aquarium displays approximately 150 species and 800 fish, including freshwater fish from the Gokase River system and fish from the Hyuga Sea. A major attraction is the opportunity to see the Japanese sea bass (Lutjanus trevally), one of the few species of fish found in Japan, up close. It's a compact and easy-to-navigate spot, perfect for a family outing after a cruise.

This beach, with its calm waves and shallow waters, is extremely popular with families. It has been selected as one of the "100 Best Beaches" by the Ministry of the Environment, making it a safe and enjoyable place for even young children to play in the sea. The surrounding area also boasts a grassy area, playgrounds, and an aquarium, making it a great place to spend a relaxing day. Beach huts line the shore, offering snacks and shaved ice, perfect for families to enjoy a leisurely time together.

When it comes to soul food in Nobeoka, it has to be spicy noodles.
Many people probably think, "I'd like to eat it, but it might be a little difficult because I have children..."
Actually, Masumoto, the spicy noodle restaurant, also offers a "Junior Ramen" for children.
The Chinese noodles are topped with egg, char siu pork, and corn, and since it's not spicy, even young children can enjoy it.
What's even better is that the ramen set also comes with rice seasoned with furikake (rice seasoning) and a toy.
One of its attractions is that everyone in the family can enjoy a menu that suits their individual tastes.

Nobeoka Botanical Garden is a place of relaxation for citizens, surrounded by flowers and greenery that change with the seasons.
The spacious grounds are filled with a variety of flowers that bloom in each season, allowing you to enjoy a different view every time you visit.
The park features greenhouses, herb gardens, and grassy areas, making it perfect for strolling around or even having a picnic.
The presence of playground equipment is another great feature, allowing children to play freely.

Waiwai Play Lab is located right in front of Nobeoka Station.
This is a cutting-edge play spot where even young children can easily experience the latest technologies and digital content, such as VR, which are rarely encountered in Nobeoka (some age restrictions apply).
Additionally, tables and other seating are available in the open space, and food and drinks are permitted. This ensures a comfortable environment even on days when outdoor play is not possible due to bad weather or heat.
Furthermore, events are held every season, so one of its attractions is that you can enjoy something new each time you visit.

*Please see the flyer below for details on the May events.