Tokyo West-Side Cycling & Food Tour

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Tokyo, Japan
Tokyo Cycling and Food Tour
Immerse yourself in the eclectic local neighbourhoods.
Experience Tokyo's bicycle parking systems.
Grab a bite to eat at a popular local eatery.
Explore the backstreets of Nakano.
Enjoy a break from riding with like-minded guests.
Explore life below the tracks.

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3 hours 30 minutes (Approx.)
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Overview

Discover eclectic parts of Tokyo missed by most visitors and explore the city like a local: on two wheels. This small-group Tokyo bike tour takes you on a captivating local jaunt through the twisting backstreets and riverside bike paths away from the tourist crowds.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Kōenji Station, 4-chōme-48-2 Kōenjiminami, Suginami City, Tokyo 166-0003, Japan

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The tour will commence directly outside the electronic ticket gates of Koenji Station on the JR Train Network. Koenji Station is only two stops by train from Shinjuku Station (6 min) or five stops by train from Shibuya Station (18 min).

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Start Time

Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
Small Group Ride
1/21/2019 - 2/28/2025
3/1/2025 - 2/28/2026
Private Ride
11/21/2019 - 2/28/2025
3/1/2025 - 2/28/2026

What To Expect

Jump on board a salvaged 'mamachari' bicycle and join a like minded group of guests on an ALL INCLUSIVE cycling, walking and food adventure in West Tokyo.

Delve into the eclectic local neighbourhoods of Nakano, Koenji, and Asagaya as we pedal to the rhythm of everyday life on this all-season, all-weather neighbourhood jaunt.

With the insider knowledge of a seasoned local, nothing's off limits as we encounter the urban landscapes, neighbourhood attractions and enticing cuisine that gives these culturally rich areas their distinctive character.

Test your cycling dexterity through the twisting backstreets, coast along the picturesque Zenpukuji River, enjoy a tailored selection of popular local snacks, experience first-hand Tokyo's unique bicycle parking systems and jostle for counter space with hungry ‘salarymen’ as we refuel for lunch.

The possibilities are endless as we set off to explore a captivating side of Tokyo on our sometimes creaky, sometimes squeak but always immaculately maintained ‘mamachari’ bikes.

What's Included

  • 2 Japanese street food eats from long-standing neighbourhood vendors.
  • Cycling liability insurance.
  • Use of bicycle
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup not offered
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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This is a ‘no-fuss’ Tokyo cycling, walking and food tour with an emphasis on socialising, exploration and local discovery. There won’t be any major sightseeing or ‘fine dining’ stops on our itinerary.
  • For the enjoyment of the group and your personal safety, you are expected to be competent riding a bicycle in an urban environment through narrow and potentially crowded streets and on uneven surfaces for a distance of roughly 12 - 15 km (7.5 - 9.5 mi).
  • Guests should be over 140 cm in height (4'7) to comfortably ride the bikes and helmets can be provided for all participants on request.
  • All salvaged ‘mamachari’ bicycles are ‘Japanese-sized’ and come equipped with front baskets that have the capacity to hold a standard sized backpack.
  • Japanese cuisine often contains meat and seafood elements, with ‘dashi’ being a common base ingredient. Please understand that we will be visiting typical local eateries and that it can be difficult to cater to personal tastes, dietary requirements and food allergies.
  • Group size, environmental factors and the speed in which the group eats and cycles will all impact on the finishing time of our bike tour. As a rough guide, it’s a 3.5 to 4 hour outing.
  • Please appreciate that you have chosen an outdoor activity that may be impacted by the weather. If we encounter a rainy day, basic ponchos will be provided and our cycling tour generally proceeds as planned.
  • By attending this Tokyo bike tour you acknowledge the adventurous nature of the ride and that participation can involve a degree of personal risk. Cycling liability insurance is included for the cycling portion of our experience but you are expected to possess comprehensive travel insurance to protect yourself from unforeseen incidents.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-105496P1

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