Category Archives: Japan Biking
Hidden gem
“This place is a hidden gem, especially for bike touring. Fantastic roads with virtually no traffic, soothing baths and unforgettable food. What more can you wish for ?” Paul Nigg, April 2012.
Another Nordic hits the road
Pertti started his 69 day Sakura&Surf bike trip today in Kyoto. In June with 2500km on the counter he’ll be flying back home from Okinawa.
Pera in the paper
One of our guests, Pertti Kiiskinen, is in the Finnish newspaper with his upcoming bike adventure. http://www.ilkka.fi/arki-ja-el%C3%A4m%C3%A4/polkupyoralla-ajamisen-taito-1.1169695
Jon on the road !
Jon set out this sunny morning for his two weeks around Shikoku island, looking for Lost Japan. Here is his trip report.
Cherry Blossom Onsen tour report
Just home from our delightful Cherry Blossom Onsen tour. Here’s a little write up. Splendid weather on Wednesday and Thursday, you could really see the blossoms starting to bloom in front of your eyes. For two days along the Yatsushiro … Continue reading
Spotted !
Japanese blog post about one of our groups. Sweet souvenir !
7 days Island Hopping, or 7 days Fuji & Izu: that is the question.
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Chloé & Li
Finishing their architecture internship at a Tokyo office, Chloé & Li decided a bike trip would be the perfect high note to end their Japan stay. Their 10 day trip around the Yatsushiro and Ariake Seas brought them to Kumamoto, … Continue reading
Google Maps Research
Is there a cycle path on Wakato Bridge ? No, according to Wikipedia ! “The Wakato ferry existed before the bridge was built; it has been retained by the city for pedestrians and cyclists, as the bridge is nowadays reserved … Continue reading