Category: Kyoto

There’s more to Kyoto that the temples and shrines of Kyoto city. Kyoto also has shore on the sea of Japan and plenty of wonderful places to cycle!

Tango Peninsula

Cycling around the Tango Peninsula (丹後半島) in northern Kyoto Prefecture offers a perfect blend of coastal beauty, rural charm, and cultural discovery. This scenic route takes you along the Sea of Japan, where rugged...

Saikoku Kaido (Osaka – Kyoto)

Riding the Saikoku Kaido from Osaka to Kyoto is a delightful journey through history and culture. This ancient road, once a bustling trade route, now serves as a scenic cycling path connecting two of...

Saba Kaido

The Saba Kaido (鯖街道 or さば街道), or “Mackerel Road,” is a historic route that once connected the coastal fishing villages of Wakasa Bay with Kyoto, where fresh mackerel was transported to the ancient capital....

Sign directing users along the Keinawa Cycling Path with a historic building in the background

Keinawa Cycling Road

The Keinawa Bicycle Route (京奈和自転車道 in Japanese) is a scenic cycling path in Japan, stretching approximately 180 km between Kyoto and Wakayama, offering riders stunning views of both urban and natural landscapes. Around 70%...