Dart through the backstreets of Tokyo on a handcrafted vintage chromoly road bike. Pedal through urban sprawl, peaceful residential pockets, and picturesque riverside bike paths away from the tourist hotspots.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 2.5 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
- Private group
Experience
Highlights
- Ride a one-of-a-kind handcrafted Japanese road bike
- Delve deep into the backstreets and remote pockets of Tokyo
- Stretch your legs on a brisk 20 to 25 kilometer ride
Full description
Adjust your seat post and set off on a whirlwind ride through the local neighborhoods of Tokyo. During this private 2.5-hour bike tour you’ll pedal down streets on a bicycle handcrafted by a master frame builder. Explore areas of this bustling city less accessible by foot on an enjoyable 20 to 25-kilometer ride.
Cycle in style on a rotating lineup of road frames from the revered Japanese workshops of Zunow, 3Rensho, Nagasawa, Toei, Ganwell, Kalavinka, Nakagawa, Cherubim and company. Ride along backstreets, alleys, and riverside bike paths to discover the eclectic Tokyo wards of Suginami, Musashino, Mitaka and Nakano.
Includes
- Private 2.5-hour tour
- Guide
- Bottled drink of choice
- Transportation by handcrafted road bike
- Helmet
Not suitable for
- Children under 16 years
- People who can't ride a bike
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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Participants
Date
Prepare for the activity
Meeting point
Meet your guide at Koenji Station, directly outside the ticket gates. The station is 6 minutes from Shinjuku Station or 18 minutes from Shibuya Station. Look for your guide wearing a distinctive orange, white, and green ‘Patagonia’ baseball cap.
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What to bring
- Passport or ID card
Know before you go
- This experience does not include sightseeing stops.
- Participants must be competent cyclists and feel comfortable on a road bike equipped with drop handlebars and downtube shifters, riding under tight, crowded, and challenging conditions.
- You should be able to comfortably cycle 20 to 25 kilometers at a moderate pace.
- Basic cruiser style bicycles are available for those not comfortable or competent on a road bike.
- The pace is set by the ability of the weakest participant.
- Please note, in the event of rain or wet and slippery conditions the experience may be canceled.
