Top Okayama Prefecture Mountain Bike Tours

This is private tour. Discover a rural hidden gem, peaceful KIBIJI cycling road along widespread paddy fields in Soja city! Japanese nostalgic landscape will be before your eyes. A nationally licensed guide will accompany you. By bike, explore the history and architectural marvels of Bitchu Kokubunji Temple with a majestic Five-Story Pagoda and the mysteries of ancient Komorizuka burial mound. This tour will ignite your senses and leave you with cherished memories of Japanese countryside hospitality. During the tour, let's go to a local strawberry farm with a farmer's market to enjoy strawberry picking (mid-Jan – April, only) OR a delicious local restaurant: Ramen shop/other healthy food place! Soja is a peaceful Japanese countryside easily accessible from Kurashiki, Okayama, Naoshima, Hiroshima, Osaka and Kyoto! *When it rains, you will get a ride instead of bike. I this case, routes may partly change. *If you have any food allergies or restrictions, please feel free to ask.

Enjoy the history and scenic beauty of Kurashiki on a leisurely 3.5 hours cycling tour with the British-made Brompton bike. Guided in English, this tour takes you to hidden gems known only to locals, such as the picturesque Bikan District, artisan workshops, and a café on a strawberry farm. Experience Kurashiki’s unique charm and the warmth of local hospitality, creating a special journey that will linger in your memory.

・A viewpoint that looks down over the Seto Ohashi Bridge. ・Hands-on Kojima denim at Betty Smith**, including a **rivet-setting experience** (with time for shopping). ・Peace of mind on a private tour**, with a snack break at a traditional wagashi (Japanese sweets) shop** along the way. ・All cycling gear provided**, plus **one drink at a local café** included. Discover Okayama and Kurashiki on a private 4-hour ride blending Seto Inland Sea views with Kojima denim. Cruise quiet coastal roads by Seto Ohashi, pause for coffee, and visit Betty Smith Jeans Museum, with optional browsing on Kojima Jeans Street. Easy, photo-friendly pacing. Bike, helmet, gloves, insurance included; lunch/shopping extra. Café “Toki no Kairō” is closed on Wednesdays, and the Japanese confectionery shop “Gagetsudō” is closed on Mondays. If either store is closed on the day of your tour, we will guide you to an alternative location offering a similar atmosphere and experience. Thank you for your understanding.

A Refined Encounter with Nature and Fermentation Pedal through the gentle landscapes of Maniwa’s satoyama countryside on an e-bike, where every turn reveals a blend of natural beauty and cultural depth. Along the way, enjoy private visits to sake breweries and vinegar cellars, each steeped in tradition and excellence. Pause for a specially prepared fermentation-inspired lunch, savoring the harmony of local ingredients and artisanal techniques. This slow, guided journey combines wellness, culture, and indulgence – a unique cycling experience designed for the discerning traveler.

Naoshima is the main island of a township made up of twenty-seven islands administered by Kagawa Prefecture. The island has a documented history going back to the Heian period, but today it’s known for its contemporary art museums, which draw visitors from all over the world, especially during the Setouchi Triennale art event held every three years in the region. Teshima is another island consist art site in this area. Since the island is part of the Seto Inland Sea National Park, there are strict rules for the visual impact of new buildings, so many of the art museums are built into the ground, creating an interesting aesthetic of their own. ・You can enjoy to go around Naoshima island by bicycle (with power-assisted bicycle, e-bike) or private car with Private English Speaking guide. ・Chichu Art Museum (excluded entrance ticket's fee : 2100 JPY and you should buy the online tickets) *there is not possible to take a enough time to visit here in this tour )