A Guide to Tsugaru Peninsula, Aomori

West of the road were a series of lakes, ponds, marshes and wetlands between you and the sea. To the east was the Iwaki River, farm villages and the southern end of the Tsugaru Mountains, the northernmost mountains of the Ou chain.

Attractions Nature Tohoku

Dkun

May 27, 2017

Behind the Scenes at Keirin

Keirin racing was invented in 1948 as a way to gamble and I was surprised at how extremely traditional the races remained.

Events All Japan

Mark Morinishi

January 21, 2017

Sapporo Okurayama Ski Jump: Terrifyingly on Top of the World

Once you arrive you have to travel up the longest escalator I’ve seen in Japan to get to the base. There are also stairs but I wouldn’t advise it. Especially if you’ve just cycled up with a three-year-old.

Nature Attractions Hokkaido

Steven Askew

August 31, 2016

Lessons Learned from the Japanese

In Japan, etiquette is the main imperative, people slurp their noodles really loud, buying souvenirs for everyone is of extreme importance and being shy, not expressive, is the main behaviour. It is certainly a different culture that fascinates many people outside the country. So what can we learn by studying Japanese mannerisms?

Culture All Japan

Vi Phan

August 17, 2016

Rent a Bicycle and Experience Osaka Like a Local

To truly experience Osaka like a local, you need to take to the streets on a bicycle.

Attractions Kansai

Ian Hamilton

August 3, 2016

A Traveller's Guide to Transportation in Japan

Japan has a transportation network that extends from the heights of its famed Shinkansen bullet trains down to bicycles. While the cost of traveling long distances can appear expensive at first, thrifty travelers can find a variety of discounts to make trips more affordable. Be sure to explore your options thoroughly to find what's best for your budget.

Shopping All Japan

Christopher Gearhardt

July 27, 2016

Kagorin, the Public Bike Sharing System

“Kagorin”, the public bike sharing system is a great way to travel around the city of Kagoshima and save up costs on transportation!

Travel Tips Kyushu

Yoko

June 13, 2016

Pedal Your Way Around Furano

In Furano, bike riding is a fantastic way to explore and has a good value at 200 yen per hour. Because Furano has rich and delicious food at many attractions, bike riding is also a good way to sample local delights without adding to your waistline. In Japan, helmets are not compulsory for adults so if you prefer to wear one, bring it along.

Events Attractions Hokkaido

Lucy Morrell

May 9, 2016

Bicycle Rules in Japan

Do you like cycling? Japan has some unique rules for cycling that must be obeyed. The Japanese government thinks that it is not only for your own safety, but it is also for the other people's safety in Japan.

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Sanny Soedjatmiko Hartanto

March 30, 2016

Mukogawa : A Spot For All !

The Muko river in Hyogo prefecture finds its source all the way up in Himeji city. It falls from a mountain named Mt Shirakami in the Tamba highland range and travels all the way into Osaka bay and splits the cities of Itami and Takarazuka, doing the same to Nishinomiya and Amagasaki, along the way.

Events Nature Kansai

Nick Breen

February 2, 2016

Cycling Around Tokyo

Cycling is very common in Japan especially when transport is very expensive. For example in Tokyo, a 10-minute train ride on the Toei Subway line (a private line) can cost up to 280 yen. Therefore, many Tokyoites prefer to walk or cycle than to take public transport.

Attractions Kanto

Jia Hui

December 22, 2015

The Road to Osaka

As the breezes get colder and the days get shorter, please don't be one of the millions of people annoying your friends with this statement. Yes, Autumn is upon us, and the time for outdoor activities is dwindling. But it's not gone yet, and in Kansai, it's beautiful, brilliant, breezy, and justbetter.

Attractions Kansai

Greg Nasif

December 21, 2015

A Cyclist’s Dream: Riding the Shimanami Kaido

Shimanami Kaido is a 74 kilometres bikeway that connects Japan’s main island of Honshu to the island of Shikoku.

Attractions Nature Chugoku Shikoku

Wendy Ng

May 11, 2015

Tiny Exotic Islands for Cycling & Sightseeing at Ehime

When I am tired of the mundane routine activities and hectic days during the week, I take a break during weekends - the best time for natural tourism.

Nature Shikoku

Ade Andriani

April 20, 2015

Kibiji Cycling Trail

Okayama is the prefecture nestled a little further west of Osaka and Kyoto and is often called the 'land of sunshine' due to its good weather. This cycling route allows you to stop off at temples, shrines and offers amazing sakura cherry blossom viewing opportunities.

Nature Attractions Chugoku

Becca Slinn

April 10, 2015

Three Reasons Why Japan is Great for Bikers

Japan may be one of the best and safest places to bike in the world, and a lot of bikers already know it. Travelling along any main highway in Japan you`re bound to come across lots of bikers on weekend rides or even on long-haul, length-of-country journeys.

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Elda

April 1, 2015