SPECIAL
Ambassador
Koichi Nakano
Ambassador
MESSAGE
We are proud to announce the upcoming full-scale cycling road race in my hometown, Kyushu. This event symbolizes our resilience and recovery from the recent disasters, including heavy rainfall, mudslides, flooding, major earthquakes, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The inaugural race will span Fukuoka, Kumamoto, and Oita prefectures. The starting point holds a special place in my heart: the Kitakyushu Media Dome, the very birthplace of bicycle racing. Some sections of the racecourse even served as my training ground during my active cycling days.
Our hope is that Kyushu will welcome numerous tourists and cyclists to witness world-class competition and experience the thrill of cycling firsthand. We are dedicated to sharing the passion for cycling and showcasing the beauty of Kyushu to a global audience.
PROFILE
From Kurume City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Debuted at Kurume Velodrome in 1975 and set a record of 18 undefeated races. In 1980, he became the first Japanese professional athlete to earn more than 100 million yen in prize money in a single year.
In 1977, he became the first Japanese athlete to win the sprint event at the World Cycling Championships, and went on to win 10 consecutive titles until 1986.Such outstanding accomplishments rightfully earned him the titles of “Sekai no Nakano”(Nakano of the World) and “Mr.Keirin”(Mister Bicycle Race), he became the first Japanese cyclist to compete overseas.
Following his retirement from professional cycling, he seamlessly transitioned into the roles of a sports commentator and bicycle critic. He served as the Chairman of the Japan Cycling Federation's Strengthening Committee and held an advisory position at the Japan Keirin Association (JKA), among other notable roles. In 2006, he was awarded the Medal with Purple Ribbon.
Kumamon
tournament cheerleader
©2010熊本県くまモン
MESSAGE
My Navi Tour de Kyushu 2023 Cheerleader!
Wow! In October of this year, amazing cyclists from all over the world will gather in our very own Kyushu! Let’s cheer them on together!
PROFILE
Birthplace: Kumamoto Prefecture
Birthday: March 12th
Gender:“I’m a boy!”
Unique Skills: Dancing and ""Finding Surprises and Happiness""
Occupation: Technically a civil servant. Sales Manager and Happiness Manager of Kumamoto Prefecture.
Promoting Kumamoto, and conveying its charm to everyone.
Captain of the Mynavi Tour de Kyushu 2023 Support Team since May 2023
Bariyawa Tonkotsu
(tonkotsu ramen with super soft noodles)
Event cheerleaders
MESSAGE
We are TikToker Duo Bariyawa Tonkotsu! We'll be cheering for the Mynavi Tour de Kyushu 2023 along with Captain Kumamon! It's our first time to watch a cycle road race, so why don't we all cheer together?
PROFILE
Bariyawa Tonkotsu (Shintani Ayaka/ Nagamatsu Bunta) From: Fukuoka Prefecture Birthdays: Shintani Ayaka – Nov 1st/ Nagamatsu Bunta - July 9th They both started out working solo in the entertainment industry, and formed their partnership in December 2021.Their Fukuoka Girl TikToks went viral, and now they have over 1 million total social media followers! Ayaka's baseball and Fumita's soccer TikToks are also popular.
MyNavi Tour de Kyushu 2023 Support Cheerleaders
PROFILE
Led by Sayuri Soga, the first Japanese cheerleader in the world-renowned NFL,this group consists of 5 event support cheerleaders.
Tournament trophy/Leader jersey
Tournament trophy
It was produced by plating company Kyushu Denka Co., Ltd., engraved by Masaharu Inoue (Kurume City, Fukuoka Prefecture), also known as THE Iron Man, and processed the mirror part by Kyukyo Co., Ltd. It was manufactured jointly by three companies and donated to the event.
Leader jersey
The design of the Individual Overall Time Award (blue), Point Award (red), and Young Rider Award (green) incorporates a mark symbolizing "Kyushu is One."The design of the Mountain Award is based on the image of "the blessings of water from the mountains.""
Tournament official theme song
「DREAM」Artist: Maharajan
MESSAGE
When you chase your dreams, you find yourself in the place you once dreamed of. Before you know it, you inspire others, and your dream becomes connected to theirs, much like a relay.
Cycle road racing, too, is filled with various people's hopes and dreams, and I believe it will surely connect dreams like a relay. That's what I would like to convey. I'm looking forward to what kind of event it will be in the beautiful scenery of Kyushu.
PROFILE
A male solo musician from Tokyo. In November 2019, he digitally released the EP ""I want to do something good"".Despite being completely unknown, his high musicality and humorous lyrics garnered attention. In March 2021, he made his major debut with ""Sailor ☆ Muntaro."" His appearances on music programs and the popular YouTube channel ""THE FIRST TAKE"" generated a significant response. His debut CD, ""Boku no Supi na ☆ Muntaro,"" released in July of the same year, received the ""Artist of the Year 2021"" award from Tower Records' ""Tower Recommends Awards 2021"" and was also entered in the 14th CD Shop Awards 2022.
In July 2022, he released his 2nd album, ""Seiki Ja Iranai,"" and successfully held his first solo live performances at Tokyo's SHIBUYA LINE CUBE and Osaka's ABIGCAT. Despite debuting during the COVID-19 pandemic and facing challenges in live activities, he has now fully embarked on live performances. In May of this year, he performed a solo concert at the Hibiya Open-Air Concert Hall.
MYNAVI TOUR de KYUSHU locus program
