Cycle Trip – Private Bike Tour Kyoto SAIIN

Kyoto to Tango peninsula (240km) – The Origin of Japan cycling tour (Hidden gem) – / 5 Nights 6 Days

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sake
Japanese sake began in this place, Tango.
It is said that Japanese sake, commonly known as “seishu,” originated in Nara City or Itami City, but there are records that show that before seishu was born, sake, the origin of Japanese sake, began in Tango, the Kyoto of the Sea.The Tango region is blessed with pure water and a natural environment perfect for growing rice, the main ingredient in sake.

zen
The origin of “wa” (harmony), which represents Japanese culture and spirituality.
Tango is the hidden setting of Japan’s myth of the creation of the nation, a sacred land that appears in numerous myths and legends, where the connection between the gods and the local people is very strong.
Although Tango was a powerful nation with advanced culture and sophisticated technology introduced from the continent, it did not fight with the Yamato government, but instead contributed to the founding of Japan by remaining in harmony with it.

silk
A major producer of silk fabrics in Japan.
This region has a history spanning over 300 years, originating during the Edo period and becoming a major production center for the majority of kimono fabrics in Japan at its peak.
“Tango Chirimen” is a general term for silk fabrics woven using a piece-dyeing technique that creates an uneven surface. Characterized by its wrinkle-resistant properties, suppleness, and deep, beautiful colors, it has supported Japan’s traditional clothing culture as a kimono fabric.

1 Day (0km) / Kyoto city
You will stay in central Kyoto on the first day. Please enjoy the elegant atmosphere of the Kamo River at dusk and the illuminated streets of Gion at night. *Please note that dinner on the first day is not included in the price.

Kyoto-city

2 Day (50km) / Kyoto to Miyama
I will pick you up at your hotel and then help you choose the right size electric bike for your height at my store.
The first day will cover the highest elevation and most challenging route of the entire five-day journey. It’s a mountainous forest route with steep ascents and descents well-known to local cyclists. We’ll cross the mountains surrounding Kyoto City and head towards Miyama Town, a quiet and scenic rural area that once prospered from forestry.

Isobe

3 Day (60km) / Miyama to Ayabe
Ayabe is a town that has long prospered through sericulture, the source of silk thread. The finest kimono fabrics are made from the highest quality silk thread produced in Ayabe. The area is now known as a place that promotes farm-inn accommodation.

Imaya

4 Day (45km) / Ayabe to Miyazu
From the mountain villages to the seaside town, Miyazu City is home to the famous Amanohashidate, a popular tourist spot in Japan, and is also home to the mythical legend of the birth of Japan.This is an area where you can feel the presence of gods and Buddhas close at hand.

Amanohashidate

5 Day (42km) / Miyazu to Kyotango
Known as a fishing town and an agricultural town, this is the area where you can feel the most close to the lives of the local people. The area of Taiza in particular has a strong contrast and is one of my favorite places.

Kyotango Taiza

6 Day (40km) / Kyotango to Ine → Nearest station (Car transfers)
On the final day of the cycling tour, you will travel along a varied coastline where you can experience the overwhelming beauty of nature. One of the highlights of the tour is the natural hot springs you can soak in along the way.

Tango One

Scenes from the good old days of Japan

Legend has it that about 2,200 years ago, the First Emperor of China wanted an elixir of immortality, so he sent a man named Jofuku to sail to the Tango Peninsula to search for the elixir.
From the 4th to 5th centuries, rice cultivation, farming, iron processing, weaving, and sake brewing developed, and a large city known as the Tango Kingdom was born.
With such a historical background, the Tango Peninsula still retains its good old industry, agriculture, culture, and customs.

Dynamic coastline cycling

Cycling from Kyoto City to the Tango Peninsula is truly dynamic. The scenery changes rapidly, from mountains, clear streams, lakes, dams, rural villages, and fishing villages, leaving cyclists amazed. The terrain is also rugged, with many courses offering constant excitement, making this a cycling tour.
Once you enter the Tango Peninsula, a magnificent view of the coastline spreads out before your eyes. There are beautiful, quiet beaches and cliff-like coastlines, making for a very varied terrain. The water quality is excellent and highly transparent, and on sunny days you can see the deep blue sea, known as “Tango Blue,” that is unique to the Tango Peninsula.

tango map

Kyoto by the Sea official website

biketour customers

biketour-support car

Features of our cycling tours

This tour includes luggage transport from hotel to hotel. Additionally, on the first day only, a support vehicle can be provided as the route passes through a mountainous area with steep inclines outside of Kyoto City (starting from the mountaintop is also possible). We provide comprehensive support, including digital map navigation, emergency assistance, and luggage transport to your accommodation.

Interacting with locals

As it is a hidden gem in Kyoto, we will be cycling through sparsely populated towns, but the local people are shy but kind and friendly. On this tour, we hope to create as many opportunities as possible to interact with the locals.

Experience local life

While cycling through this town, where rice farms, pesticide-free vegetable farms, and fishing industries thrive, you can see the locals at work and living their lives. You can experience the hidden countryside of Kyoto that you can’t see in Kyoto city.

Super fresh seafood

While you might imagine Kyoto city as the birthplace of washoku, a cuisine recognized as a World Heritage Site, its origins lie in Kyoto by the sea. Rice, condiments such as sake, soy sauce, and vinegar, as well as vegetables and fish, were all brought from Kyoto by the sea through trade, making it the true origin of washoku.

High-end electric bikes and large sizes

We have high-quality electric bicycles available for comfortable cycling from Kyoto City to the Tango Peninsula. We also have a wide selection of large electric bicycles (touring and mountain types) that are comfortable for taller customers.
Google Map

Bike Tour Designer

Course designer for this cycling tour

All of our cycling tours are created by course designer Kazuki Masuda, a pioneer in electric bicycle tour design in Japan.

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Self-Guided Cycling Trip from Kyoto city

Just knowing the route will make cycling in Kyoto many times more enjoyable.
Kyoto is an ancient capital with a history of over 1,000 years, and there are many ancient roads that aristocrats and samurai traveled along. If you know the route, you can discover wonderful old roads just a short distance from the center of Kyoto. Kyoto is a compact city that is perfect for cycling, with urban and natural areas concentrated close to each other.
Kyoto is also a great base for long-distance cycling trips to the suburbs, making it the perfect cycling destination.

around kyoto

Cycling around Kyoto – Pilgrimage to hidden spots in Kyoto City –
In Kyoto City, there are no-bicycle zones around Shijo Kawaramachi, a bustling shopping street. Our self-guided system recommends hidden spots and relatively quiet routes in Kyoto, so it does not include the central Kyoto area (downtown district), where cycling is not comfortable.The digital map shows the routes used by local cyclists, including the Saga-Arashiyama area on the west side of Kyoto City (Tenryuji Temple, Monkey Park, Bamboo Forest Park, Adashino Nenbutsu Temple), Kinkaku-ji Temple, the Imperial Palace, and Daitoku-ji Temple in the center, the Higashiyama area on the east side (Kamo River, Gion, Nanzen-ji Temple), and Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine on the south side.In Kyoto city, the tourist attractions can be roughly divided into two areas: Arashiyama (west) and Higashiyama (east). If you cycle around either area, the circumference is about 30km, but if you go via Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine in the south, it is about 40km, and if you go via Kifune Shrine and Kurama Temple in the north, it is about 60km (a complete loop around Kyoto city).
Please be aware that police enforcement of bicycle regulations will become stricter from April 2026.

Cycling route around Kyoto

Recommended bicycle types

Best bikes for cycling around Kyoto city

As the roads in Kyoto City have small steps and pebbles, we recommend an electric bicycle with a front suspension fork and block tires.Personally, I prefer E-MTBs or similar types of electric bicycles.You can rent this bike at our store

kyoto to lake biwa

Kyoto to Lake Biwa – Japan’s National Cycle Roads –
It’s only about 20km from central Kyoto to Otsu City in Shiga Prefecture, where Lake Biwa is located. Lake Biwa is also recognized as a national cycle route and is famous throughout Japan. It’s the largest lake in Japan, with a 200km circumnavigation course.
It can be a bit dangerous to head to Lake Biwa via the busy national highway between Kyoto and Otsu. Our original Google My Maps guides you to safe, hidden routes with beautiful scenery that only local cyclists know about.

Cycling from Kyoto to Lake Biwa(Jump to the headquarters website)

Recommended bicycle types

Best bikes for cycling Lake Biwa

Lake Biwa is a national cycle road, so the roads are well maintained in many places. The roads are marked with blue lines for bicycles, and are flat, making it easy to go fast. Many cyclists ride non-electric road bikes, but if you have an electric bike, we recommend a touring type.You can rent this bike at our store

kyoto to Nara

Kyoto to Nara – Two ancient capitals and the tea fields of Wazuka –
Kyoto and Nara are ancient capitals with a history of over 1,000 years. Modern, well-maintained national highways have heavy traffic and are not suitable for cycling. Therefore, we recommend the ancient roads that the samurai used. There is little traffic and you can cycle while viewing the old townscape. Wazuka Town, located halfway between Kyoto and Nara, is a particular highlight. Wazuka Town is a major producer of Japanese tea (matcha), and this route allows you to cycle along the roads of vast tea plantations.
The shortest route from Kyoto City to Nara Park, where there are many deer, is about 45km, but the main road is too busy and dangerous. We recommend the approximately 70km route, which has less traffic and passes through the ancient Japanese tea plantations in Wazuka Town.

Fully guided tour details

kyoto to Shimanami-Kaido

Kyoto to Shimanami-Kaido – Japan’s most famous cycling mecca –
This cycling route, approximately 70km long, connects Onomichi City in Hiroshima Prefecture and Imabari City in Ehime Prefecture. It offers stunning views of the Seto Inland Sea and the beauty of bridge structures, making it a popular “holy site for cyclists” both domestically and internationally.
The Shimanami Kaido has attracted global attention after being selected as one of the “world’s seven best cycling routes” by CNN (a travel news website) in the United States.

Recommended bicycle types

Best bikes for cycling Shimanami-Kaido

The Shimanami Kaido has many flat sections, and most users ride road bikes or hybrid bikes. Since there are also many opportunities to take ferries between islands, the Giant Escape RE+, a relatively lightweight electric bicycle, is recommended.You can rent this bike at our store

kyoto to Tango Peninsula

Kyoto to Tango Peninsula – The origin of Japan –
Japan has many wonderful cycling routes, including the Shimanami Kaido, Lake Biwa, and Hida Takayama, but personally, the Tango Peninsula on the coast of Kyoto Prefecture is exceptional. The terrain and scenery change dramatically, making it an exciting field for true cyclists. It is also a region with a long history as the birthplace of Japan, where you can discover the good old days of Japan. Our shop, headquartered on the Tango Peninsula, is familiar with the local cycling routes and even has its own original Google My Maps.
The shortest route from Kyoto City to the Tango Peninsula is about 120km, but it includes dangerous sections with heavy traffic, so we recommend taking the back roads used by local cyclists, which offer beautiful scenery and safety. Depending on the route, if you stop at accommodations, the total distance is about 160km. If you include a route that circles the Tango Peninsula, the total distance is over 200km.

Self-guided tour details

Recommended bicycle types

Best bikes for cycling Tango Peninsula

We recommend an E-MTB or touring electric bicycle, as the route involves cycling over varied terrain with many ups and downs. Although the route is paved, you will often ride on mountain roads and encounter small twigs and pebbles on the road. For safe cycling, we recommend an E-MTB.You can rent this bike at our store

Kyoto E-MTB

Kyoto E-MTB – Kyoto Forest Road with a history of over 1,200 years –
Many of Kyoto’s unpaved forest roads are privately owned, so you need to check in advance before driving. Also, the signs say “Private property, no trespassing” in Japanese, which can be confusing for foreign tourists. This page introduces routes that are considered to be public mountain roads that are drivable.Many mountain routes are at high elevations—with some areas being about 10 degrees cooler than Kyoto city—making them recommended for cycling during the summer season.

Standard complimentary equipment

The handlebars are already equipped with a mobile phone holder and a water bottle holder.

Helmet and anti-theft lock

We have helmets available in a variety of sizes, including children’s helmets, and we also provide anti-theft locks. All of these can be borrowed free of charge.

Battery charger and pannier bags

Battery chargers are available for rental to customers who rent for two days or more, and pannier bags are available for rental to customers who have a lot of luggage or who are going on long-distance bicycle trips.
*There are some vehicle models that cannot be fitted with pannier bags.

Self-guided cycling

We have both original Google maps and paper maps available for self-guided use. If you tell our staff what you need when you visit our store, they may be able to give you some good advice.

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Kyoto to Shimanami Kaido(Onomichi) Self-Guided Cycle Trip

*For high-end bikes, an additional 5,000 yen will be charged for each additional day from the third day onwards.
*Mobile phone holders and drink holders are standard equipment.
Bicycle drop-off fees(Up to 3 bikes)：Shimanami Kaido ¥45,000

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Summer Cycle Trip in “Kyoto by the Sea” (Beach in Kyoto)

Hidden beaches and cycling in Kyoto.
Located about an hour and a half by car from Kyoto, this land is blessed with a vast expanse of ocean and mountain nature. The sea is a vibrant blue, especially in the summer! The quality of the beach water and sand is among the best in Japan.
Some guests even cycle between different beaches, as each one has its own unique character and is beautiful.
*Barbecues are prohibited at many beaches. We will guide you to beaches where they are permitted if you make a reservation.
The red marks in the Google Maps below are beaches in the Sea of Kyoto area.

fishing
The Tango Peninsula is a mecca for fishing
The Tango Peninsula has a varied topography and is home to a wide variety of fish throughout the seasons. There are many local fishing enthusiasts, and you can see anglers there early in the morning and in the evenings and at night. Fishing equipment and cooler box rentals are also available. Japan is home to some of the world’s most famous fishing tackle companies, such as Daiwa and Shimano, and we can provide information to fishing enthusiasts about local fishing tackle shops. You can also cook and eat the fish you catch.

Characteristic beaches (recommended)
・Hatchohama Beach
Hatchohama Beach in Amino Town is a beach that looks like a tropical resort. It is a beautiful beach with a shallow distance and high transparency. The beach is also popular with surfers.

・Yuhigaura Beach
As its name suggests, Yuhigaura in Amino Town is a famous sunset spot and is also popular for its highly transparent sea. Many of the inns are very close to the beach.

・Shotenkyo Beach
Shotenkyo-Kazuranohama Beach in Kumihama Town is a beautiful beach with shallow, clear water, white sand, and green pines.

・Tomari Beach
It has a reputation as a hidden beach known only to locals, so you can enjoy the feeling of a private beach. It is popular with families as it is shaped like a cove, so the waves are calm and the water is shallow, perfect for children to play safely.

・Kotohikihama Beach
It is the world’s first non-smoking beach, and the entire area is focusing on environmental conservation, and the beach is absolutely beautiful. There are also natural hot springs where you can just soak your feet. The seawater is also known for its high transparency.

・Amanohashidate-Fuchu beach
A beach located on the north side of Amanohashidate, one of Japan’s three most scenic views.

Enjoy high-quality fruits in summer
Northern Kyoto Prefecture is known as a fruit-producing region. Kyotango City in particular is known for its climate, which is ideal for growing fruit. The city produces delicious, sweet, and top-quality seasonal fruits, such as melons, peaches, grapes, strawberries, pears, and watermelons, which are harvested and sold at local farm shops. Melons and peaches are in season in the summer.

You might see fireworks

Fireworks, a symbol of summer in Japan, light up the night sky with brilliant colors. Several fireworks events are held on the Tango Peninsula from July to August.

Rural Kyoto Ine
A peaceful old Japanese fishing village.
The Seaside Kyoto area is dotted with fishing towns that have continued since ancient times, and fishing boats of all sizes come and go from the harbor in the early morning and at dusk.Ine Town is also home to a series of very rare old buildings called “Funaya,” where the first floor of the house is used as a garage for boats.

Tango Cycling
This is a place where you can take your time and relax by cycling.
We also have an original map (Google My Maps) for enjoying cycling around Seaside Kyoto. We provide various local information, such as hidden spots along cool rivers, recommended restaurants in the summer, and secluded beaches.

Rural Kyoto Taiza
Kyoto by the Sea, where traditional Japanese culture still remains.
Kyoto in particular has a strong tendency to preserve traditions, culture, and customs and pass them on to the next generation. Kyoto by the Sea has many places that still retain the appearance of the good old days of Japan.

About this Summer Cycle Trip
For the past few years, summers in Kyoto City have been extremely hot, but the northern part of Kyoto welcomes you with its beautiful natural beauty and crystal clear sea. We can customize your summer cycling trip to suit your needs. Please refer to this page for prices and processes.

Standard complimentary equipment

The handlebars are already equipped with a mobile phone holder and a water bottle holder.

Helmet and anti-theft lock

We have helmets available in a variety of sizes, including children’s helmets, and we also provide anti-theft locks. All of these can be borrowed free of charge.

Battery charger and pannier bags

Self-guided cycling

We have both original Google maps and paper maps available for self-guided use. If you tell our staff what you need when you visit our store, they may be able to give you some good advice.
About Self-Guided Kyoto Cycling Tour

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