Koikana Road

The coastline of Bungotakada features breathtaking views of the picturesque Suonada Sea and is an ideal course for a leisurely drive. This 20-kilometer route is known as the Koikana Road (also National Route 213) and passes by many of the area’s popular tourist spots. Showa Roman-gura is an ideal starting point for a sightseeing drive through Bungotakada because it highlights the history of the city. Other sights along the Koikana Road include the Matama Coast, the Awashima Shrine and the grounds of the surrounding Awashima Park, as well as the Nagasakibana Resort Campsite. The journey ends at the cape of Nagasakibana, where there are a number of activities including outdoor art displays, flowers, and seaside activities.