Kokonoe Chaya

"This souvenir shop and restaurant stands at the north gate of the Kokonoe Yume Suspension Bridge spanning the Naruko River valley. The establishment is a 25-minute drive from the Kokonoe Interchange on the Oita Expressway and can also be reached by taking the Community Bus bound for Tozan-guchi from Bungo-Nakamura Station, getting off at the Tsuribashi bus stop, and crossing the nearby suspension bridge. Particularly popular products include yogurt and soft-serve ice cream made from dairy products delivered straight from nearby farms; and ""Japan's simplest baked sweet potatoes,"" which have been featured on television. The fruit parfaits are also recommended. In addition, the restaurant side of the establishment serves udon noodles, soba noodles, and other food."