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With the freedom to go where you want and see what you want, get on a bike and discover Kyotango!
Bicycles can be hired from local train stations.
There are a range of courses to choose from, so you can enjoy each area's coastline, mountains, and townscape.
Guided tours are available for those who want to learn a little more about local history, culture, and lifestyles! (Reservations required)
Take a ride through the quaint old towns that dot the bay, and get a feel for the area's long history.
See the Shotenkyo sand bar, that separates the bay from the sea, and the oyster farms, which grow fat in the plankton rich waters of Kumihama Bay. Course Distance: About 19km
Time Required: About 3hr45 in total (1hr30 cycling)
(Electric Assist Bicycle)
Real-stream mini
One day – ¥1,500
Standard bicycle
One day – ¥400
Yuhigaura Area
Enjoy Seasonal Desserts & Picture-Perfect Scenery
This course has lots of great photo opportunities including the beach-swing on the stunning Yuhigaura Beach. There are also delicious sweet shops along the way if you want to take a break. Enjoy the shorter ride at your own pace, relax at the beach, and have some tasty treats. Course Distance: About 7km
Time Required: About 2hr30 in total (45min cycling)
*e-Bikes (Electric Assist Bicycle) are only available on the Kyotango Experience (guided tour)
Amino Area
Discover the Singing Sand Beach and Local Legends
See Kotohiki-hama, the 'singing sand' beach, and national natural monument. This 1.8km long beach gets its name from its sand which makes a squeaking noise as you walk on it.
You can also see the popular Hatcho-hama beach. It's emerald blue waters will make you think you've traveled to a tropical resort. Course Distance: About 20km
Time Required: About 3hr in total (1hr30 cycling)
(Electric Assist Bicycle)
Real-stream mini
One day – ¥1,500
Mineyama Area
Mineyama & Omiya Area Experience the Food Culture of this Small Town
Mineyama and Omiya have many great shops and restaurants to experience the local flavors of Kyotango. There are a lot of unique cultural sites to visit as well. Course Distance: About 9km
Tango Area Feel the Sea Breeze while Exploring the San’in Kaigan Geopark
Explore the stunning geopark in this out and back route. The coastal scenery in this area is very dramatic in particular the views of Tango Matsushima and Course Distance: About 20km
Reach out and touch the nature, culture and lifestyle of Kyotango on this tour.
Enjoy a sense of freedom and relaxation that isn't possible when travelling by car or train. Each course has its own attractions, sights, and highlights.
*Note that each course has a different meeting point.
(Electric Assist Bicycle)
Real-stream mini
One day – ¥1,500
Standard bicycle
One day – ¥400
Rental Information
Store Name
Kumihama Tourist Information Center
Tourist Info. Desk Inside Kumihama Train Station - 772 Kumihama Town, Kyotango City
Closed
New Year's Period
Open Hours
9:00am – 5:00pm
Phone Number
+81772726070
Fees
Regular Bikes:
1 day / ¥400
Electric Assist Bikes:
1 day / ¥1,500
* For people around 145cm tall the bike's battery will last for about 3.5 hours of assisted riding
* There are no bikes for children
Rental Duration
9:00am – 5:00pm
* Please make sure to return your bike within this timeframe
No. of Bikes
8 Regular Bikes
2 Electric Assist Bikes
* Electric Assist Bikes require booking in advance
Rental Method
Please complete the rental form at the counter and provide some identification (passport, Japanese driver's license, health insurance card etc.)
Other Comments
Please note:
Regular bikes can also be returned to Kumihama Station, Foodshop Miuraya (near Shotenkyo Station) or also to Shotenkyo Tourist Information Center. Electric Assist bikes may only be returned to Kumihama Station.
In Yuhigaura
Standard bicycle
One day – ¥500
*e-Bikes (Electric Assist Bicycle) are only available on the Kyotango Experience (guided tour)
Rental Information
Store Name
Kanihan
5 Aminochō, Kitsu, Kyōtango, Kyoto 629-3241
Closed
Open year-round
Open Hours
8:30am – 4:00pm
Phone Number
+81772726070
Fees
Regular Bikes:
1 day / ¥500
* There are no bikes for children
Rental Duration
From 9:00am
* Reception is open until 3:00pm
No. of Bikes
4 Regular Bikes
Rental Method
Please complete the Rental form
Other Comments
Bicycles can be returned at any of the designated locations:
Fukumatsu Cafe – before 4:00pm (closed on Tuesdays)
Kanihan – before 5:00pm
Kashoen (hotel), Ujo Soan (hotel), Ichiboukan (hotel), Hanare-kai (hotel), Hanare-fuka (hotel) – before 6:00pm
In Amino
e-Bike
(Electric Assist Bicycle)
Real-stream mini
One day – ¥1,500
Thursdays, New Year's period (the store may close on other occasions, please call to confirm opening times)
Open Hours
9:00am – 5:00pm
Phone Number
+81772726070
Fees
Electric Assist Bikes:
4 hours / ¥1000
1 day / ¥1,500
* There are no bikes for children
Rental Duration
9:00am – 5:00pm
No. of Bikes
4 Electric Assist Bikes
Rental Method
Please complete the rental form at the counter and provide some form of identification (passport, Japanese driver's license, health insurance card etc.)
Other Comments
– If you exceed the 4 hour rental limit, you will be charged for the whole day.
– If the bicycle is not returned on the day that it is checked out, you will be charged for an additional day.
Available in all areas on The Kyotango Experience tour
e-Bike
(Electric Assist Bicycle) GIANT ESCAPE RX WE+ One day – ¥5,000 There are many other bikes available
