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- Japanese
- English
Start your cycling journey from Maibara Station, a convenient hub served by the Shinkansen. Rent a bicycle and explore the beautiful Lake Biwa area at your own pace.
Ride through the scenic foothills of Mt. Ibuki, one of Japan’s most famous mountains, where clear spring water flows into Lake Biwa. Along the way, you can visit places such as the historic post town of Samegai-juku, known for its preserved streets and peaceful riverside scenery.
Your rental includes an admission ticket to Rosa & Berry Tawada, a large English-style experiential garden featuring seasonal flowers, and a themed area inspired by Shaun the Sheep.
This is a self-guided experience with no tour guide. You can explore freely and stop wherever you like before returning your bicycle by 5:00 pm.
- Rent a bicycle conveniently at Maibara Station
- Explore at your own pace or follow the suggested model route
- Includes admission to the beautiful garden
- Perfect for nature lovers and culture enthusiasts alike
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Pickup & return location: Cycle Station at Maibara Station (1st floor, East Exit of JR Maibara Station, inside the East-West connecting corridor community hall) Operating hours: Bicycles can be picked up and returned between 9 am and 5 pm
What to expect
Your rental includes admission to Rosa & Berry Tawada, a large experiential garden designed around the natural landscape. Visitors can enjoy a beautiful English-style garden covering approximately 13,000 square meters, featuring around 400 varieties of roses and seasonal flowers throughout the year. The site also includes a themed area recreating the world of “Shaun the Sheep” and opportunities to interact with animals, offering a relaxing and enjoyable stop during your ride.
You may also visit Samegai-juku, a historic post town along the old Nakasendo route. This area preserves traditional Edo-period streets and is known for the clear waters of the Jizo River, where delicate aquatic plants bloom, creating a peaceful and unique setting.
A suggested model course is available to help you plan your day. The route combines nature, historical towns, and lakeside scenery, but you are free to adjust it based on your interests and pace.
Model Cycling Course (Example Route)
9:00 am – Depart from Maibara Station
Ride 7.0 km (approx. 40 min) → Rosa & Berry Tawada
Ride 5.5 km (approx. 40 min) → Mishima Pond
Ride 3.6 km (approx. 30 min) → scenic countryside route
Ride 2.9 km (approx. 30 min) → Roadside Station Ibuki no Sato
Continue along local cycling paths
Ride 8.3 km (approx. 50 min) → Samegai-juku (historic post town)
Ride 8.3 km (approx. 50 min) → Irie Bridge
Ride 7.2 km (approx. 50 min) → Nagahama area
Ride 1.0 km (approx. 7 min) → Kurokabe Square (free time / sightseeing)
Ride 1.5 km (approx. 8 min) → return toward Nagahama Station
Return via Irie Bridge
Ride 2.7 km (approx. 15 min) → Maibara Station (return by 5:00 pm)
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A minimum of 2 participants is required per booking
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A minimum of 2 participants is required per booking
- This is a self-guided experience. No tour guide or staff will accompany you
- Please select your preferred bicycle pickup time at Maibara Station: 9:00 am / 10:00 am / 11:00 am / Afternoon. Please note that your preferred time may not always be available
- Participants’ heights are required in advance. Please confirm the height of all group members before booking
- Road bikes will be provided as the standard bicycle type
- Cross bikes (recommended for beginners) are available upon request. Please inform us in advance if needed
- Helmet use is mandatory for safety. Bicycle rental will not be provided if you do not agree to wear a helmet
- Helmet rental is included in the price (no discount if you bring your own)
- Bicycles do not include a basket or rear rack
- Road bikes do not have a stand
- Bicycles must be returned by 5:00 pm at the same location. Late returns may not be accepted
- Children of elementary school age and below are not permitted to join
- This is a meet-on-site plan. Transportation (such as buses) is not included
- Meals are not included
- You are free to follow the suggested model course or create your own route
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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