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Hiroshima Countryside: E-Bike & Sushi Experience
4.9
12 Ratings
Kitahiroshima
Escape to Oasa, a hidden gem near Hiroshima, for a day of cycling, nature, and traditional culture. Immerse yourself in breathtaking scenery, enjoy a vegan-friendly lunch, and create unforgettable memories. Book your adventure now!
Escape to Oasa, a hidden gem near Hiroshima, for a day of cycling, nature, and traditional culture. Immerse yourself in breathtaking scenery, enjoy a vegan-friendly lunch, and create unforgettable memories. Book your adventure now!
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Kakeyama - Our electric bikes provide an effortless way to conquer steep hills, offering a unique and enjoyable experience for guests. Even those new to Ebikes will be impressed by their power and stability. At the summit, visitors can enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the town of Oasa and the surrounding countryside, which is particularly…
- Kakeyama - Our electric bikes provide an effortless way to conquer steep hills, offering a unique and enjoyable experience for guests. Even those new to Ebikes will be impressed by their power and stability. At the summit, visitors can enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the town of Oasa and the surrounding countryside, which is particularly striking due to the mountainous terrain. Despite its stunning scenery, this location is seldom visited by locals. This tour is special because few people visit this site, yet our guests have praised its beauty and uniqueness.
- Doitaya - This area features a charming farming community that has preserved its traditional appearance. The community consists of quaint houses, numerous rice fields, streams rich with wildlife, and hidden gems that tourists rarely see. Cycling around the community is enjoyable, and we can also stop at certain locations to immerse ourselves in Japanese culture, enhancing the journey by learning about the locals’ agricultural lifestyle.
- Ainosato Herb Garden - During our journey, we will stop for lunch at the Aino Sato Herb Garden. This restaurant offers a variety of fresh, locally grown vegetables and edible flowers, all free from harmful pesticides. You will be pleasantly surprised by the delicious taste of these natural foods. The restaurant is committed to using only natural ingredients and avoiding additives in their dishes. A vegan-friendly menu is available upon request with advance notice. After our meal, we can take a leisurely stroll through their garden to appreciate the beauty of the flowers, herbs, and vegetables grown there.
- Oasa - Oasa’s main street, once a bustling hub of activity, is now quiet and unhurried. The remaining old buildings are a testament to the town’s past prosperity. Despite this, a few shops still cater to the needs of both locals and visitors. Exploring these businesses and meeting their owners could be fascinating. Learning about their passions and aspirations might positively impact your life.
What's Included
- Multiple water refill stations along the route (Please bring your own water bottle.)
- Accident insurance coverage
- Guide fee
- Helmet
- Bicycle use
- Multiple water refill stations along the route (Please bring your own water bottle.)
- Accident insurance coverage
- Guide fee
- Helmet
- Bicycle use
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Highway bus fare between Hiroshima and Oasa (¥3,340 round trip)
- Lunch
- Highway bus fare between Hiroshima and Oasa (¥3,340 round trip)
Additional Information
Discover the picturesque landscapes of Hiroshima’s countryside and engage in genuine local experiences with our tour. Enjoy a seamless and enjoyable ride on top-quality e-bikes, complete with simple instructions, as you explore the delightful farming community. Connect with friendly locals and learn about their traditional lifestyle.
Activities:
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Discover the picturesque landscapes of Hiroshima’s countryside and engage in genuine local experiences with our tour. Enjoy a seamless and enjoyable ride on top-quality e-bikes, complete with simple instructions, as you explore the delightful farming community. Connect with friendly locals and learn about their traditional lifestyle.
Activities:
- Thursdays & Fridays: Participate in a hands-on sushi-making class in a historic farmhouse with a local expert.
- Other Days: Delight in a farm-to-table lunch at a tranquil herb garden, surrounded by lush greenery. Both options are vegan-friendly (lunch costs not included).
For groups consisting of a single party, the guide can tailor the course to match your interests, providing a personalized experience.
This is more than just a bike tour; it’s an adventure filled with local charm and the peaceful allure of rural Japan. Reserve your spot now for an unforgettable day of exploration and relaxation!
- Vegan lunch available on request. (Please book 3 days in advance.)
- A minimum height of 140cm (4ft 6in) is required.
- You must be able to ride a bike on your own.
Location
2529-1 Ōasa
Oasa Mobility Station is at the south end of the shopping center parking lot. It is a building with a cupola on an orange-brown roof.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(12 Ratings)
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R2343wosteveng
Nov 6, 2024
A great day in the country with an experienced guide. - Our cycling tour of Owasa with Jonah was 100% the highlight of our trip to Japan.
It was so easy to get to the meeting spot via one bus from Hiroshima and Jonah was there to meet us.
The bikes provided were excellent and it wasn’t long before we were off to see the fall colours outside of town.
After the fall colours we biked to the top of a mountain and enjoyed incredible views and some classic 80’s songs on Jonah’s portable speaker.
A highlight of the day was a visit with a rice farmer. We received a generous tour of his farm and were shown how they harvest and dry the rice for next years planting. The farmer is 90 years old and seems like he has another 90 years in him yet.
We stopped at a rural property for lunch - the food was fantastic and they were able to address our food restrictions. If you like tempura, you’ll want to visit this restaurant!
Jonah was well prepared with local history and is clearly passionate about the Owasa area.
If you are thinking of including a day in the country on your trip to Japan, put this outing at the top of your list.
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Fearless17650137948
Nov 3, 2024
Highlight of our holiday! - One of the best cycling trip i have done. Cycled through the hue of autumn, saw waygu cattles, cycled up and hill for a splendid view of oasa, had a delicious local lunch embellish with local edible flowers, visited a yogi for massage and even a local sake brewery. All in 4 hours. The ebikes made cycling a breeze. Our guide Jonas is funny and kept us entertained throughout. Highly recommended!
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Terezka
Sep 11, 2024
Perfect trip in Oasa - This trip is just amazing and it is a must for anybody who wish to see a different side of Japan! We had a fantastic time.
Jonah is very friendly and he provided loads of information about Oasa, Hiroshima and Japan.
We felt cared for and looked after the whole time. The lunch was just delicious and the place was breathtaking and very relaxing. Cycling in Oasa was one of our high-lights on our trip in Japan.
Jonah offered two different tours according to our preferrences and abilities. The e-bike just made the day easier even for people who have not cycled for some time.
I would highly recommend this trip!
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N9756hlgeorgew
Jun 25, 2024
The best guided tour ever! - What a great experience this was!
We booked this trip while staying in Hiroshima. It was only 1 hours drive with the JR express bus. At arrival we were warmy welcomed by the owner and the guides. After a short introduction from the guide Jonah, we went off for a 4 hours trip through the beautifull countryside. Jonah showed us around while feeding us with interesting info about this region. It was good to have electric bikes, for there were some pretty challenging hills to climb😉
At top of one hill there was a special tree, the only one left of his kind, where we took some pictures. We had lunch in a litlle restaurant with a beautifull herb and flower garden. The lunch looked like a picasso painting with all these beautifull flowers and tasten Lively.
We also went to a place where they practised foot-massage. We were invited to join and ofcourse we couldn't say no to that. It was a very enjoyfull experience.
At the end of our tour, we also visited a sake brewery. The owner gave us a tour through his brewery and were invited to taste the different tasts of sake. Actually, they all tasted for more😁 but unfortunatly our tour had come to an end and we needed to get back to the bus station. It was the best day of our 5 weeks holiday tour and I would like to thank the guides, Jonah and Tak, for their warm and friendly guiding during this day.
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Menther2024
Jun 5, 2024
A unique and relaxing experience, highly recommended! - We had an amazing time today! It took slightly more than an hour to get there from our place in Hiroshima, but it was definitely worth the trip. Our tour guide Jonah gave clear instructions on how to get there which was highly appreciated. He, and the rest of the team, picked us up from the Oasa IC bus stop and took us to the starting point. Here we got some information about Oasa and which potential routes we could take (depending on what we wanted to see).
Jonah and our other tour guide Tak were very fun and knowledgeable! It was very interesting to hear their stories and share ours. It was also lovely to hear stories from other locals. We cycled through beautiful areas, including the Tengushide tree area, and we had a very tasty lunch (with vegan options available, which they were able to arrange very quickly even though I only communicated this request very late so that was highly appreciated!). We walked briefly through the herb garden of the restaurant, which smelled amazing, and bought an apple cake from them.
After lunch it was time to continue our tour. We cycled through other beautifully green roads to a place where we were able to get a quick foot massage (? unfortunately I forgot the official name for it). We were also able to try it out for ourselves. I don't think we were particularly good at this, but it was a fun little break from cycling ;) Afterwards we cycled to a sake brewery and got a quick tour and sake tasting (which tasted very good!).
This tour was very relaxing and a nice break from the city life. It was not hard physically at all because we had e-bikes. Jonah and Tak were great tour guides. They made the day a lot of fun and taught us many things. All in all, we would definitely recommend this tour if you want to see the beautiful countryside Japan has to offer or if you want a small break from city life. We would definitely book this tour again!
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P5303cwrobertr
May 30, 2024
Unique Oasa - Such an authentic small community experience. If you are looking for a contrast from the big cities then this will be hard to beat. I had a great day out. Thanks
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Masha_b
Apr 8, 2024
Great day! - Great day! Active biking day, regular stops and lots of information. Jonah is a great tour guide. Although it was a rainy day (Jonah brought a poncho for me), I enjoyed this day very much. Information on the bus, schedule and pick up were perfectly provided. Thank you!
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Ariane_j
Dec 17, 2023
I fell in love with Oasa. <3 - Oasa is a very special place with amazing people. I had a great time with Jonah and his wife. Oasa is evidently beautiful even if it was raining during my visit.
If you want an authentic Japan experience, I highly recommend this tour.
Thank you to Jonah and his wife. They made sure that I feel comfortable the entire time. The entire experience is fun.
With Jonah and his wife, I can say that I made friends in this beautiful town. I will always treasure the time I spent with them. I am really excited to go back and visit Oasa again. :) See you!
P.S:
To use the JR pass, just show your JR Pass to the bus driver before getting off the bus :)
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Wchaktse
Sep 23, 2023
Magical rural cycling experience - Awesome people, awesome views, awesome stories.
Oasa isn't a touristy place at all. During the ride I found mostly farmers during the harvest season with their machines. Jonah san speaks perfect English as he stayed in the US before. He also knows the place and the people, so you'll get first hand experiences of how the rural life in Japan is.
The tour is well made for anyone. If you are a hardcore cyclist you can definitely ride the e-bike without assistance (harder than a road bike!), but if you are slightly less in shape then the top power mode won't leave you sweating at all.
You can also gain a bunch of knowledge - I asked about Japanese myths, crops, traditional practices and somehow Jonah san can answer all of that. Simply impressive.
Don't be afraid if you are going solo - it would be perfect for you too.
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Btontour
Feb 6, 2024
A fun day out from Hiroshima - We very much enjoyed our cycling which we did as a day out from Hiroshima. Jonah's instructions as to how to get there by bus were very clear and he was there to meet us off the bus as arranged. Jonah's English is excellent and it was great to get his insights to life in Japan from someone who has experienced both western and Japanese cultures. The e-bikes made getting up the hill easy and our very tall family members (6ft 4+) were able to use them ok. Lunch was good. All in all it was a great break from the city.
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