Tokyo downtown bicycle tour Tokyo Backstreets Bike Tour

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Duration:4 hours (approx.)
Location: Tokyo, Kanto

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●Not just tourist spots! The charm of Tokyo's back alleys!

The tour starts in Hikifune, Tokyo's downtown area. It is close to Asakusa and Tokyo Skytree, so it is easily accessible.

From March to April, cherry blossoms are in full bloom around the course. There are several points on the tour where you can ride under the cherry blossoms.

In addition, between each stopover spot, you will ride through back alleys instead of the main streets. Compared to other cities, Tokyo's roads are said to be more complicated and difficult to understand, but with the guidance of a guide who knows this area well, try to get lost in the "labyrinth" unique to the downtown area.

●Cycling to experience the Edo townscape
There are many Edo strolls and city walks, but there are not many bicycle tours.

You can enjoy the course at a leisurely pace while imagining the townscape of the Edo period, or enjoy the speed of a light bicycle while feeling the breeze. We will tour Tokyo at your own pace.

If you wish, you can also use a tandem bicycle. Please apply in advance.

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1.
Sakuramochi, a Cherry Cake, is one of the most famous Japanese traditional sweets, which is wrapped in a salt-pickled cherry leaf, filled with red bean paste. They say, this shop founded the first Sakuramochi in Edo era. Why it is wrapped with salt-pickled leaf? Probably, somebody looked to a lot of leaves on ground, fallen from cherry blossom trees, and thought to use them for some food. *On Monday, we visit another Japanese sweet shop.
2. Honryuin Matsuchiyama Shoden
This temple is a part of Sensoji, founded in 595. There are many images of a “daikon (Japanese radish)” and a pouch in the temple.The daikon represents our minds trapped in deep ignorance, emanating poison of anger, but by offering a daikon to temple, that poison will be purged from our body and soul. The pouch is a symbol of treasure, and it represents the gift of prosperity in business. There is a beautiful garden, which is authentic Japanese style, in the temple. You can ride a small transportation (like a train) to go to the main building instead of walking up stairs.
3. Imado Shrine
Founded in 1063, this shrine is now a “Power spot”, that is popular for persons who want lovers or marriage partners. (Power Spot = Sacred place) ・ Beckoning Cat, Fortune Cat They say, the first beckoning image was found in this shrine. We Japanese believe that beckoning cats brings great fortune, Such as business prosperity, family happiness. Cat ’s left paw brings many customers. Right paw brings money.
4. Edo Taito Traditional Crafts Center ( Edo Shitamachi Traditional Crafts Museum)
This is a museum exhibiting a lot of Japanese traditional handicrfts. You can see how wonderful our craftsmanship is.
5. Senso-ji Temple
Cycling in front of the Kaminarimon gate, Sensoji (Asakusa) temple . Leave bikes, and enjoy walking inside the temple.
6. Kyu Yasuda Garden
Walking in the Japanese traditional garden, built in the 17th century.
7. Ryogoku Kokugikan
Cycling in front of the Ryogoku Sumo stadium. We may have a time to take pictures.
8. Oyokogawa Water Park
Cycling through the park towards the Tokyo Skytree.
9. Tokyo Skytree
Cycling under the tower.
10. Kyojima Minami Park
Old fashioned shopping malls where you can see the daily lives of Japanese.

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Posted By : Natan K
Takeshi is an incredible guide! He is very knowledgeable and helpful! His tour of Tokyo was very unique! Everyone should do this!
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Posted On : 2024-06-27 08:37:28

Posted By : Brianna_M
We always try to join a bike tour when we travel cities. This was by far the best one yet! The route chosen was truly a backstreet, off the beaten path route. The tour guide was so friendly, and informative. He truly made the tour amazing and memorable.
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Posted On : 2024-06-13 20:29:12

Posted By : adventurerm2020
We had a wonderful afternoon with Takeshi-san exploring Sumida and Asakusa - radish temple, cat shrine, octopus street food, a 300 year old sweet shop, and much more including the beautiful, tranquil Kyu Yasada Gardens. Takeshi-san is knowledgeable and enthusiastic and great company as we cycled around. We covered nearly 15kms with ease as it’s mainly flat. Highly recommended and the highlight of our Tokyo stay.
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Posted On : 2024-05-31 07:21:09

Posted By : valeriekU3996LN
Loving this biking tour! Takeshi san is very informative and passion in sharing the history of the town during the tour. Enjoyed every sightseeing points and the experience in whole. Only complaint is Viator said it is a private biking tour but ended up having another traveler joining us, without any prior notice!
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Posted On : 2024-05-20 10:14:34

Posted By : Valerie_K
The guide was friendly and very informative. We enjoyed the tour very much.
Highly recommended it.
Except it turned out to not a private group. But lucky another guest was a wonderful person.
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Posted On : 2024-05-18 07:46:50

Posted By : Salah_S
We had such an amazing time on our bike tour! From the delicious cherry cake to the off the beaten path shrines, temples, gardens, and neighborhoods, our tour was a highlight of our time in Tokyo. We feel so grateful to our guide who showed us places and taught us insights that we never would have seen otherwise! We can’t recommend this enough.
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Posted On : 2024-05-17 15:41:53

Posted By : dsxot
I had a wonderful backstreet tour and saw some different sites I would not have on my own. The owner/guide is super personable and knowledgeable. This was the first time on a fold up bike and it was so much fun!! Highly recommend this tour!!
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Posted On : 2024-05-10 00:54:40

Posted By : theovU888LW
Superb bike ride through the small streets of Tokyo. The explanations given and the visits to temples/canals/candy factories/sumo fighting arenas...which punctuated our escapade were very appreciated. THANKS !! 😊 Théo and Calixte
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Posted On : 2024-05-03 08:49:06

Posted By : marietteb587
We really enjoyed seeing the backstreets and learning about local culture. The tour was a good mix of bike riding and sight seeing.
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Posted On : 2024-04-18 01:12:51

Posted By : lisalN3000RC
What a wonderful time we had. Learnt about the culture and history relating to the area and got to try a few Japanese treats. Great balance of riding and resting or stopping to view the sites. Thanks again and would definitely recommend this if you’re looking for a tour to do in Japan.
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Posted On : 2024-04-17 07:12:48