Hyogo E-Bike tour through rural Japan

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Overview

Cycling through Ikuno, a mining town with a history spanning over 1200 years. The ore road is the remains of the railway line along which trolleys carried ore in those days. You can follow this road by bicycle or walk part of it. Enjoy the rivers, shrines, and beautiful natural scenery along the way. Leaving Ikuno, with its old traditional Japanese houses, the tour continues along a nature-rich mountain path, stopping at the oldest cast-iron bridge in Japan, built by French engineers over 170 years ago. It is a popular photo spot for tour participants! Further along the winding road, as you approach Mikobata, you will come across the ruins of the huge Mikobata Ore Dressing Plant. You will marvel at the size of the site. Learn about the history of the ore dressing plant from the locals and have the opportunity to buy locally made souvenirs. Here we enjoy lunch. Afterwards, you will be free to explore the area. The tour ends with a drink at the Asago Cycling Station.

Meeting Point

We meet in front of the station. You will see a convenience store across the road. We will be waiting with your E-Bikes for the day by the parking area.

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We end the tour at our Cycling Station. From our shop please relax with complimentary drinks or feel free to wait for the next train arrival from Nii Station. Your guide will take you to the train station or call a taxi service if you are staying the night locally.

What To Expect

1. Old Official Residence of Ikuno Mine We visit one of the oldest remaining official residence and company housing in Japan. Situated within the historic silver mining town of Ikuno has been designated as a nationally important cultural landscape. These "Koushataku" houses were built by the Mitsubishi Corporation around 1876 and are now designated cultural properties of Asago City. In such a historic building, you can experience booking accommodation while thinking about the life of the past. 30 minutes

2. As you cycle through the town of Ikuno, you will experience a mining town with more than 1200 years of history. Take a moment and walk along the tracks of the mine carts that carried the ore at the time and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the rivers, shrines and nature. Learn how French engineers were involved in the development of the industrialization of the mining town and the first step towards the modernization of Japan. 30 minutes

3. After passing through the local residencies and exiting Ikuno town we go towards Habuchi town along the Road of Ores route. We make a check stop at one of the oldest remaining cast-iron bridges built in Japan where you can get up and close and walk on top of it. It is a great photo spot during Cherry Blossom season. 10 minutes

4. Mikobata Cast Iron Bridge Located in the deeper valley, we make a stop at Japan's oldest cast-iron bridge built by French engineers over 170 years. The river offers spectacular photographic opportunities. It is a special place our guests often like to spent time at. 20 minutes

5. Mikobata Senkojo Mine As we approach Mikobata, be ready to be in awe of the sheer size of the ruins that reveal themselves. You will learn more about the history of the ruins and have the opportunity to purchase locally-made souvenirs. We'll enjoy lunch together here and free time to roam around. 2 hours

6. Asago Cycling - Authentic cycling tours in the Japanese countryside We stop at our dedicated Cyclist Station and base of operations. Enjoy a complimentary drink and unwind with us in a comfortable setting before your departure. 30 minutes

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommended for travelers who are unable to cycle on a bicycle
Not recommended for travelers who are unfamiliar with the basic workings of a bicycle

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