Tokyo Bike Tour: Explore Eclectic Local Armories and Riverside Paths

Uncover the unique regions of Tokyo typically overlooked by tourists and experience the city in a true local fashion: by bicycle. This intimate cycling tour around Tokyo invites you on a fascinating local adventure through the winding back roads and bike paths alongside the river, away from the usual touristy throngs.

Duration: 3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

Jump on board a salvaged ‘mamachari’ bicycle and join a like minded group of guests on an ALL INCLUSIVE cycling, walking and food adventure in West Tokyo.
Delve into the eclectic local neighbourhoods of Nakano, Koenji, and Asagaya as we pedal to the rhythm of everyday life on this all-season, all-weather neighbourhood jaunt.
With the insider knowledge…

What's Included
  • Snacks
  • Cycling liability insurance.
  • Bicycle use
  • Local English speaking guide
  • Bicycle parking fees.
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
Additional Information
  • This is a ‘no-fuss’ Tokyo cycling, walking and food tour with an emphasis on socialising, exploration and local discovery. There won’t be any major sightseeing or ‘fine dining’ stops on our itinerary.
  • For the enjoyment of the group and your personal safety, you are expected to be competent riding a bicycle in an urban environment through narrow and…
Location
Kōenji Station
The tour will commence directly outside the electronic ticket gates of Koenji Station on the JR Train Network. Koenji Station is only two stops by train from Shinjuku Station (6 min) or five stops by train from Shibuya Station (18 min).
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Samwn7872rm
Oct 19, 2024
Terrific tour! - We knew that when we came to Tokyo, we really wanted to see the city from a bicycle - do as the locals do of course but its also such a great way to take in the vibe of a place and see some tucked away areas you wouldn’t normally get to. We looked into DIG bicycle tours and were immediately drawn to Andy’s site and bike and snack tour through some of the older and less touristy areas of Tokyo. The tour did not disappoint! Andy was super welcoming and a perfect host. The bikes he provided were comfortable, well maintained and he even had a smaller size for our 10 year old, which was perfect. Andy guided us carefully through the amazing and eclectic areas of Koenji and Asagaya, intermittently stopping to detail interesting historical facts and even everyday ways of Japanese life. The final stop in Nakano tied it all together nicely with an easy walking tour through the shopping district finishing up with some delicious local eats to die for. Thanks again Andy for such a great afternoon. The ride was easy, enjoyable and a great way to get a snap shot of a small part of this awesome city.
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Vickire5034of
Oct 18, 2024
Living like a local - We loved our cycling tour with our guide, Andy. Riding on authentic mamachari bikes helped us experience how the locals lived in their community and the underground bike station illustrated the importance of this mode of transport to the locals. Riding around the quiet, narrow residential streets, passing through the noisier and busier shopping areas, riding along a lovely semi rural park meant we got a glimpse of what made up the community as a whole. Andy would stop and talk to us about significant points of interest along the way eg schools, housing, temples, shops, the park and the river and how people worked and lived their lives generally. He was a mine of interesting information and obviously a passionate ambassador for the area as he lived in it. We dined like locals at the local food outlets along the way, the food was delicious and the experience excellent.
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B8268yhchristianm
Oct 15, 2024
A great way to spend the afternoon with glimpses into a laidback Japanese community. - We were a mixed bunch (family). Some hadn’t been to Japan, some had visited before and some had previously lived there. Andy made the experience unique for all of us, gave glimpses of local life with local knowledge and went out of his way to make sure we were all happy, safe and having a good time. We all had fun and I will definitely be back to the Koenji area again. Thanks Andy. Otsukarasamadeshita.
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Kimberly_b
Oct 11, 2024
Bike Ride Toyko - Andy was great! We really enjoyed the route he took us on and the food was interesting. Andy has a great personality and you really get your moneys worth. Highly recommend.
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Justinef703
Oct 9, 2024
Aussie girls on Tokyo tour - The day was so wet but it did not dampen our experience …. We learnt, saw and tasted so much and got a real insight into normal life in Tokyo…. Andy was fantastic and shared so much with us ….. was fabulous and can’t recommend this tour highly enough
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938shereeg
Oct 9, 2024
Excellent bike tour to see the quieter less touristy parts of Tokyo - We just did the tour today, Andy was extremely knowledgeable, safe and patient. The tour was perfect for us to get away and see the real and hidden parts of Tokyo. Highly recommended. Intermediate Bike skills and fitness level recommended also.
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Samlx7556zd
Oct 7, 2024
Unmissable real Tokyo experience - As close as you can get to experiencing Tokyo like a local! Get on the bike, hit the streets, eat the food and hear the stories. Andy is a skilled tour guide who is great to talk to, highly knowledgeable and conscientious. We went with our two kids and felt completely safe and at ease the whole time. An excellent way to spend half a day in Tokyo, and is definitely on our "to do again" list if we're ever back.
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Daniel
Oct 2, 2024
Friendly guide and fun tour - Andy was a fantastic guide- super friendly and knowledgeable. The tour was a great balance of riding and brief stops to explain a snippet about Japan and/or Japanese culture. I highly recommend it it!
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Jacquid403
Sep 27, 2024
Awesome tour! - My family were recently in Japan for 2 weeks and this tour was a highlight for all of us! We absolutely loved it! Andy provided really interesting and fun insights into Japanese culture and was a friendly and genuine guy. We would never have seen this side of Japan without you. Thanks heaps Andy!
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Daniel_y
Sep 26, 2024
Best tour in all of Tokyo! - I did many many tours while in Tokyo… this one of probably my favorite! Get away from the busy side of Tokyo and have a relaxing bike ride in a quiet part of town. Also the group leader Andy was absolutely great! Don’t miss out, book this tour!!
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From $88
up to 8 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).