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- Japanese
- English
You’ve probably heard of Shibuya Crossing, but are you familiar with the backstreets of Tokyo?
During this bike tour, you’ll explore central Tokyo, coasting down hidden alleyways, and get insights into the local life in Tokyo.
On this Tokyo bike tour, you’ll find yourself among the labyrinthine pathways of Tokyo with a local guide, and try traditional Japanese foods which cannot be found in the typical restaurants. These tiny mom-and-pop restaurants and street stalls serve up local ingredients with big flavors, to fuel your journey!
From the end of March to the beginning of April, we usually cycle under Sakura, cherry blossom, trees. It must be unforgetable memory for you.
The Tour includes several stops, and it will introduce off-the-beaten-path shopping streets and street foods.
During the Tour, you’ll see a new side of Tokyo, riding around unique old-time shopping arcades and visiting. On our tours, we are passionate about showing you the lesser-known parts of central Tokyo.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
About 3 minutes walk from Hikifune railway station on Tobu skytree line. About 5 minutes walk from Keisei Hikifune railway station on Keisei line. Find the board "Tokyo Backstreets Bike Tour" on the ground floor, and come to the 2nd floor. Please come there 10 minutes before of your starting time.
Itinerary
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(Pass by)
Cycling on the bank of Suida river. It is famous for Sakura flowers in the spring time.
Admission ticket free -
1
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 .
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
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)
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Parking bikes near the temple, and strolling inside it.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Japanese traditional craft candy shop. You can see how they make candies, which are so artistic.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Crossing the bridge on the Sumida river with wonderful landscaepes.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Cycling under the Tokyo Skytree.
Admission ticket free -
5
Old fashonned shopping mall where you can see daily lifes of Japanese.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Our rental bikes are folding bikes with 14-20 inch, suitable for people between 140 - 180 cm tall. Please inform priorly if you are over 180cm.
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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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Our rental bikes are folding bikes with 14-20 inch, suitable for people between 140 - 180 cm tall. Please inform priorly if you are over 180cm.
- If you wish to cycle with a tandem bike, please inform us 3 days before the day you booked.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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