Japan Hour

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James Hobbs rides from Hakodate to Cape Kamui, crossing coastal roads, mountain passes and farming towns. He helps dry kombu, samples Hokkaido gelato, learns local crafts and discovers warm rural hospitality.

Cyclist Bobby Judo rides through Yamaguchi’s straits, islands, mountains and historic towns, meeting fishermen, farmers and potters who preserve the region’s enduring samurai spirit.

Cyclist Michael Rice rides 370km across Wakayama, from persimmon orchards and Koyasan’s temples to Ryujin’s artists, Minabe’s ume and Kumano’s holy river, falls and shrines.

This week, Bobby Judo cycles Shimanami’s bridge-hopping islands, chasing sea views and the easy kindness of island life.

Cyclist Paul Salisbury rides through Miyazaki’s warm coastal plains and forested mountains, meeting farmers, fishermen and artisans who embody the Kyushu spirit of living closely with the land.

Cyclist Michael Rice travels from Nagoya to the mountains of Aichi, meeting potters, fishermen and artisans whose enduring spirit of monozukuri keeps Japan’s craft heritage alive.

Our rider travels in Shimane Prefecture in western Japan and comes across unique locals like a clam fisherman and a blacksmith. He also experiences a traditional form of dance called Kagura.

Starting in Aomori Prefecture located in the northern tip of Honshu, our traveler makes his way through a beautiful lake and mountains while learning about local apple growing history and soul music.

The area around 'Jingu' the Grand Shrine of Ise, was a popular place even during the Edo period. We visited the suburban spot to check out unique lifestyles of locals on our 300km journey.

In Kochi Prefecture, our traveler rides along a shimmering stream, the Shimanto River and a vast plateau under the summer sky and samples chopped bonito, a local favorite during his 370km journey.

Hokkaido's open spaces have always attracted cyclists! Our rider takes in pristine nature as he travels through plains, wetlands, and around a huge lake. Join us on our 470 kilometer journey!"

Our rider heads to Aizu, high in the Fukushima mountains where autumn has arrived. He steps back in time when he visits an old village steeped in tradition. Join us on our 300 kilometer journey!

Join us on a 230-kilometer winter adventure as our cyclist makes his way around a snow-covered Mt. Fuji and nearby scenic lakes. We'll also try out fat bikes made for snowy trails on a special course.

A 360km ride through Gifu, into the mountains at Japan's center. In these high valleys, culture inspired by nature - by fire, water and wood - breeds a passion for discovering ways to enjoy life.

A 360km ride through the northern mountains of Yamagata, legendary abode of the gods, remote peaks attract ascetics seeking spiritual enlightenment and free spirits wanting a life close to nature.

Since ancient times, this region has always been known to the Japanese as the Land of Plenty. We discover why, on a 350-km cycle ride exploring Oita, its mountains, sea and islands.

A 150-km cycle ride through the Oki Islands off Japan’s west coast. These beautiful islands are famed for their crystal clear seas, deep mysterious forests, and rich historical traditions.

A 250-km cycle ride through Niigata under the midsummer sun. In brilliant green rice fields and deep in the mountains, we hear stories of tenacity overcoming disaster, of recovery and success.

On a 300-km autumn trip through Miyagi, one of Japan’s most beautiful regions, we visit coastal towns that have rebuilt their way of life in the eight years since the devastating 2011 earthquake.

From the port of Kobe, we cycle across the fall mountains to explore the inland side of Hyogo, an area where people treasure their unique cultural traditions as a legacy for generations to come.

Starting with a fat bike tour of Tottori’s famous sand dunes, we ride through this beautiful part of western Japan, discovering a unique spirit of inventiveness and a gutsy approach to life.

This ride through Nara, site of Japan’s ancient capital, takes us through historic locations bright with the colors of fall, a tranquil countryside brimming with the wisdom of the old days.

A four-day winter ride through Ibaraki to explore its famous lake, go hill climbing, experience the samurai spirit in a kendo hall, and enjoy the taste of the ocean’s ugliest fish.

This time we're cycling up the Noto Peninsula. We'll meet the people who live on this land, fishing its seas and farming its hills. We'll see a distinctive Noto craft, deeply rooted local tradition.

This time we cycle around Toyama prefecture. We will climb into the deep mountains to visit that preserve old way of life, and encounter a festival that has been held continuously for over 300 years.

Our summer trip this year takes us on a 280km-tour of Nagasaki. Visiting the scenes of atomic devastation, then you'll find that this welcoming, peaceful city boasts a colorful trading history.