Outline

Wear Casual, Ride Active.

Any interest in seeking natural Hida? Old streets are not only charm of this town. Ride on the mountain bike and feel the wind, and the nostalgic sight makes you realize the Life in Satoyama is right there.

If you want something different from ordinary sightseeing tours, try cycling journey with a little luxury.

Not only old towns. A lot more to see in Hida-Furukawa

[Image]Vast view of riverbed of Miyagawa
Vast view of riverbed of Miyagawa
[Image]A short-break looking out over Hida mountain range
A short-break looking out over Hida mountain range
[Image]Furukawa basin in the morning fog
Furukawa basin in the morning fog

In addition to the traditional neighborhood, there are other spots and scenes we want you to visit around the town areas. However, the range might be a little too wide for walk-around. Now we started the Guide-tour that introduces attractive places to visit, together with Mountain-Bike-Rental Service. We would like to offer you more opportunities to experience the majesty of Hida, even in the limited time of your visit.

Too narrow street by cars? Then go by MTB!

[Image]Narrow streets where cars can not go in
Narrow streets where cars can not go in

To meet the beautiful landscape of countryside of Hida, it is a little too far to walk, and easy to miss when you drive. We carefully designed the bike route, with many test runs and researches. Here we selected well-organized, excellent cycling routes that we can recommend with a confidence.

In our cycling route, some streets might seem to be too narrow, but we can say that is the secret path to a superb view, that even the local people overlook.

The bike is a middle-class MTB (cross-bike), which is the best choice for country roads in Hida.

[Image]The bikes you are going to ride
The bikes you are going to ride

Since the town area of Hida-Furukawa is located in the basin, MTB is the best choice to move around. There are less steep roads and sharp curves that are often seen in mountainous region.

The bikes we offer are positioned in between Road racer and Off-road MTB. It is the perfect bike even for the beginners. Don't worry, we certainly have some up-and-downs in the course for fun, but not too much like you are going to be exhausted by the end of the day!

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Cycling Route

You can enjoy Satoyama landscape in all routes below.

Cycling Route No.1： Pedaling through hidden villages of Hida

Passing by small and quiet settlements, onsen, peach and apples (seasonal), challenging slopes

Length: 22.2km / Time: approx. 105min / For both beginners and Intermediate Riders (short-cut available)

Cycling Route No.2： Satoyama “slow” circuit

Visiting local market, historical shrines and temples

Length: 20.0km / Time: approx. 85min / For Beginners

Cycling Route No.3： Hill climbing to the falls

Challenging slope to the falls, Japan's Northern Alps views, Onsen,

Length: 18.8km / Time: approx. 90min / For Intermediate Riders

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Booking

Ride on the mountain bike and explore everyday life of Hida.

Service contents

MTB Guided Tour

Guide by local who is familiar with the “Pathway to Hida”
Time: Approx 3 hours/9:30-12:30, 13:30-16:30

Rental MTB

Go for a ride on MTB to find the real life of locals in Hida

Reception desk

Hida Satoyama Cycling

8-9 Nino-machi, Furukawa-cho, Hida-city, Gifu *1

Bike

LOUIS GARNEAU / LGS-FIVE (Middle-class MTB)

Fee

Service Fee Note
MTB Guided Tour JPY 6,000 per person (Inc. MTB, helmet, guide)
Rental MTB JPY 2,500 per day (Inc. helmet, bike lock)
Child seat JPY 1,000

Reservation

Advance reservations are required for all tours & rentals. *2 *3

Please email us by noon two days before or call us by 6pm a day before.

Choose the MTB size below and let us know your name, date and time, tour or rental, MTB size, the number of bikes, phone number and email address.

Once we accept your reservation, we send you a confirmation email.

MTB size

  • Kid size (Suitable height: 125-135cm)
  • Junior size (Suitable height; 135-145cm)
  • S size (Suitable height: 150-160cm)
  • M size (Suitable height: 160-170cm)
  • L size (Suitable height: 170-180cm)

Contact us

by Phone:

0577-73-5715

by E-mail:

What to bring

  • ID card (e.g. passport, driver’s license etc)
  • Backpack or shoulder bag
  • Water bottle like a 500ml plastic bottle
  • Rain wear

Important notice

  • Please wear adequate clothing for cycling.
  • Please let us know in advance if you cancel your reservation.
  • Cycling could be cancelled in the case of bad weather.
  • A car park is available at Hida City Hall(Parking fee: JPY100/hour).
  1. *1: 15min-train-ride from Hida Takayama station, 25min-drive from Hida Takayama area.
  2. *2: Early reservation is recommended, for the number of bikes is limited.
  3. *3: Travel arrangement service is also available.
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Access to Reception & Information Desk

7-minutes-walk from Hida-Furukawa Station (JR Takayama Line). Across from “Inohiro Seika”, a well known Rice cookie (Miso-Senbei) store.

Reception desk is in a residence where a poster of “Cycling in Hida” is on the wall.

If you come by car, parking lot at Hida City Hall is available. (Parking Fee: 100JPY/hour)

Map

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