Tsuwano Cycling Tour with Local Guide

About this experience

Tsuwano is a small rural town that has remarkably succeeded in preserving so much of Japan’s ancient traditions and historical landscapes until today. A great symbol of this is the "Hyakkeizu: One Hundred Sceneries of Tsuwano from the Edo period”, designated as Japan’s National Heritage, containing 100 paintings of the Tsuwano feudal domain about 160 years ago. In this 3 hour electric bike cycling tour, we will discover Tsuwano by plunging into the world of the 100 Sceneries. This is Yu-nas signature tour that we recommend as the first tour that visitors should experience when they visit Tsuwano.

What to expect

1. Stop 1 · 30min

   Cycle along Tonomachi Street, the main street of Tsuwano, with your guide.

2. Stop 2 · 30min

   Learn about the history of the shrine and the hidden stories of the Tsuwano Hyakkeizu, a series of 100 paintings depicting scenes of Tsuwano in the late Edo period, which has also been recognized as a Japan Heritage site.

3. Stop 3 · 30min

   Explore a hidden waterfall spot, learn about Tsuwano's history, and practice simple meditation.

4. Stop 4 · 30min

   Discover the stories behind the large joyato (stone lantern) and the baba (horse track) where the Yabusame (horseback archery) ritual takes place.

5. Stop 5 · 30min

   Enjoy the rural landscapes surrounding Tsuwano Shrine and learn about the stories of the former lords of the Tsuwano domain.

6. Stop 6 · 30min

   At the end of the tour, visit a giant cedar tree that has watched over Tsuwano for more than 1,000 years.

Tour & ticket options

Options may have different inclusions and meeting points. Choose your option when booking on Viator.

Meeting & pickup

• The guide will be waiting at the station rotary.

End point

• The guide will be waiting at the station rotary.

Before you go

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.