This episode of CYCLE AROUND JAPAN charts a course beginning in Tokyo, Japan’s vibrant capital. We'll journey through sought-after towns like Yokohama, Kamakura, and Hakone, culminating on Izu-Oshima, a volcanic island administered by the c…

This time, cycling takes place in Kumamoto Prefecture. Situated in the heart of Kyushu Island, the region is rebuilding following last year's earthquake. The journey begins in the city of Kumamoto, then winds its way around the Amakusa isla…

Nestled on the island of Shikoku, Ehime Prefecture offers a spring journey beginning in Matsuyama, its vibrant capital city. Renowned for its castle and the historic Dogo Onsen, one of Japan's oldest hot springs, Matsuyama provides a captiv…

This episode invites you to the northern landscapes of Akita Prefecture, nestled within the Tohoku region. Our journey begins in Kakunodate, a town steeped in samurai history and celebrated for its countless weeping cherry trees, the Shidar…

Paul Salisbury of Australia accepted the challenge of a 2,000-meter peak in Nagano Prefecture. The Japan Alps mountain pass offered vistas of breathtaking beauty, spurring him onward and upward. Away from the bicycle, Salisbury immersed him…

This installment of CYCLE AROUND JAPAN invites you to journey through the vibrant autumn foliage of Hokkaido. Beginning in Asahikawa, Hokkaido's second-largest city, we will cycle towards the Shiretoko Peninsula, a landscape designated as a…

This journey leads to the western edge of Honshu Island, in Yamaguchi Prefecture, a land embraced by the sea on three sides. Our cyclist will find delight in pedaling along a breathtaking coastline. Along the way, he will encounter a family…

Embark on a 550-kilometer cycling journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Japan’s northernmost island. Hakodate, a city shaped by both Eastern and Western traditions, awaits. Further along the route, a traditional fishing village bus…

Our journey leads us to Wakayama Prefecture, in the southern reaches of Honshu, a region of mountains and breathtaking natural beauty. The landscape awakens the senses with vibrant greenery and clear streams. We'll cycle through sites of pr…