Zodiac Shrines and Naha Backstreets Cycling Tour | 3 hours

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Zodiac Shrines and Naha Backstreets Cycling Tour
2 Adults x $107.10
$214.20
Approx Total
$214.20

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: Japanese, English
  • Use of bicycle
  • Snacks
  • Pilgrim's book "Goshuin-cho"
  • Incom installed cycling helmet
  • Bottled water
  • Camera mounts
  • Mobile phone holder

Overview

The tour is designed to allow you to experience a little-seen part of Okinawan culture. Cycling around the back alleys of the city with your local guide, you will embark on a pilgrimage to the various Zodiac shrines of Naha and Shuri. You will have the chance to witness modern-day Okinawans observe worship traditions dating all the way back to the Ryukyu Kingdom era. This is your opportunity to experience for yourself shrines, temples, sacred springs, royal mausoleums, and more in the unique Ryukyuan style. If we're lucky, the kami (gods), bodhisattvas, ancestors, etc. may look favorably upon you and your kin! ※If the precipitation probability exceeds 70% or in case of severe weather, we may change plans. In this case, we will contact you the day before.

Meeting points

Japan, 〒900-0013 Okinawa, Naha, Makishi, 3-chōme−13−20 ダイショウビル

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Meet us at our e-CHARITY shop nearby the Makishi Monorail station. It's a 1 min walk from Makishi Monorail station.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • 3 Chome

    Please meet at the store near Makishi Monorail Station. 1 minute walk from Makishi Monorail Station. We will pick up our electric bicycles and give a brief information session so that everyone can enjoy a safe ride.

    20 minutes

  • Shuri Kannondo

    You can see Kannon Bodhisattva, the guardian deity of the Ryukyu Kingdom, as well as beautiful carvings and ornaments. You can look over the cityscape of Shuri from the bright vermilion temple.

    20 minutes

  • Ankoku-ji Temple

    Pass through the local area of Naha where several traditional houses remain. When you arrive at the temple, which has been practicing Okinawan Buddhism for over 500 years, you will be greeted by an ancient gate and a large banyan tree. ◎Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan

    20 minutes

  • Shurijō Castle

    This is the special ceremonial gate that symbolizes Okinawa. You can take a photo with your bicycle in front of the gate, which has an eye-catching vermilion color and well-balanced design.

    20 minutes

  • Sairaiin (Daruma Temple)

    This temple is visited by many devotees who make pilgrimages to pray for good health and pregnancy while giving thanks for their current life. It’s a must-see temple given the bright red daruma dolls and captivating beauty of the torii gates. ◎Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan

    20 minutes

  • Seikoji

    Cross the main street and pass through the monorail that runs above you in mid-air, and you will suddenly arrive at a temple with a sacred atmosphere. Next to the new temple, rebuilt after the war, an ancient Japanese Jizo statue stands warmly greeting visitors.

    20 minutes

  • Tamanaha Miso Shoyu (Pass By)

    As you wander down nostalgic roads that can only be accessed by bicycle, the aroma of rice malt wafts through the air. Surrounded by stone walls that remained intact during the war, the traditional, tiled factory will make you feel as if you have traveled back in time.

  • Shuritobarucho

    This is a miraculous spring where water was discovered deep in the forest after an Okinawan princess noticed waterfowl were nearby. You can feel a historical connection that exists to this day in the water that continues to flow. ◎Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan

    15 minutes

  • Omoromachi (Pass By)

    Back in WWII, this small unassuming hill was the site of a fierce battle. In the past, atop this hill, you could see all the way to the Kerama Islands, but now it is surrounded by modern buildings and condominiums. This place feels like a fusion of the present and the past where the history of war is passed down quietly. ◎Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan

  • Sogenji-dori

    Enjoy a thrilling downhill ride to the sacred place where successive kings of the Ryukyu Kingdom were entombed. Although it is now a park in the city with refreshing, clean air, the stone gate and banyan tree that stretches straight out towards the sky convey the feeling of a place lost in time to the Ryukyu Kingdom.

    15 minutes

  • 3 Chome (Pass By)

    The tour ends at our shop where you will return your bicycle. Afterwards, please enjoy the city of Naha on your own.

Sample Menu

Additional Info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children aged 1 to 5 can have a child seat attached to the parent's bicycle. Please consult the staff for more information.

Free Cancellation

April 25100% refund
April 26No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Reviews

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Showing 1-5 of 8 reviews with 5 stars

Want to do it again! So great!

Published on Oct, 2024

Wonderful trip! Maki was great and super understanding! I had a bad knee injury so were able to work around it. I’d love to do it again! Please visit and take the tour!

Cruising ride in Naha and Shuri

Published on Oct, 2024

A relaxing bike tour of Naha and Shuri, experiencing some Ryuku history and religious philosophy. Reiji was a great guide, sharing some of the resilience that Okinawa has undergone over the years, with different influences. Explaining well the religious philosophies from multi-theologies that have shaped this generations beliefs and attitudes. Very patient and guiding whilst, I spent time taking some photos. Ended with some cooling local lucky noodles on a hot day. Most enjoyable and the bikes were good!

All shrines in one trip!! Highly recommend for anyone.

Published on Aug, 2024

Great time with great guides. We visited all shrines on one trip with explanations of what we were looking at. The guides even took the time explaining things that were not on the tour.

e-Charity Bike Tours

Published on Aug, 2024

Maria was the absolute best tour guide. Very knowledgeable, and safe tour. Thank you Maria and e-Charity Bike Tours. See you next time.

Okinawa- Solo

Published on Aug, 2024

Reiji was a great tour guide! He was very knowledgeable about the history and traditions of Okinawa. I had a great time learning about the vast history here. Would definitely recommend this tour for anyone wanting to see the sight and history around Naha!

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