Oku Kuji Cycling Road

The Oku Kuji Cycling Road is a picturesque, well-maintained cycling path that follows the serene Kuji River in Ibaraki Prefecture. Spanning approximately 25 kilometers, it offers a smooth and mostly flat ride, making it suitable for cyclists of all levels. Along the route, riders are treated to stunning views of the river, lush forests, and quaint rural towns, especially beautiful during cherry blossom season in spring and the vibrant foliage of autumn. With rest stops and access to local attractions like roadside markets and hot springs, the Oku Kuji Cycling Road is perfect for a leisurely day of exploration and relaxation in nature.

Route

The route is a peaceful 25 kilometers running a long the Okukuji River and there are several rest stations, some of which have water and toilets along the way.

Things to do and See

Cherry Blossoms

One of the main highlights of the Oku-Kuji Cycling road is about 2.5km of cherry blossoms that line the river and is definitely worth riding through (Location on Google Maps). Check out our video below as we ride through them (a little bit past their peak.