2.5 Hour-Guided Cycle Tour in the Central Tokyo

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Sumida river walk — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Tokyo Skytree — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

You’ve probably heard of Shibuya Crossing, but are you familiar with the backstreets of Tokyo?

During this bike tour, you’ll explore central Tokyo, coasting down hidden alleyways, and get insights into the local life in Tokyo.

On this Tokyo bike tour, you’ll find yourself among the labyrinthine pathways of Tokyo with a local guide, and try traditional Japanese foods which cannot be found in the typical restaurants. These tiny mom-and-pop restaurants and street stalls serve up local ingredients with big flavors, to fuel your journey!

From the end of March to the beginning of April, we usually cycle under Sakura, cherry blossoms.

The Tour includes several stops, and it will introduce off-the-beaten-path shopping streets.

During the Tour, you’ll see a new side of Tokyo, riding around unique old-time shopping arcades and visiting. On our tours, we are passionate about showing you the lesser-known parts of central Tokyo.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 6 people
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: Japanese, English
Operated by: 東京下町自転車ツアー Tokyo Backstreets Bike Tour

Ages: Children (7–12 years) · Youth (13–19 years) · Adults (20–60 years) · Seniors (61–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled water
Included: 1 tandem bike is available by prior request.
Included: Helmets
Included: Bicycle use: Use of bicycle

Itinerary

Sumidagawa River Terrace

Passing by

Cycling on the bank of Suida river. It is famous for Sakura flowers in the spring time.
Honryuin Matsuchiyama Shoden

20 min

This temple is a part of Sensoji, founded in 595.

There are many images of a “daikon (Japanese radish)”and a pouch in the temple.The daikon represents our minds trapped in deep ignorance, emanating poison of anger，but by offering a daikon to temple, that poison will be purged from our body and soul. The pouch is a symbol of treasure, and it represents the gift of prosperity in business .
Imado Shrine

15 min

Founded in 1063, this shrine is now a “Power spot”, that is popular for persons who want lovers or marriage partners. (Power Spot=Sacred place)
Senso-ji Temple

30 min

Parking bikes near the temple, and strolling inside it.
Asakusa Amezaiku Ameshin

15 min

Japanese traditional craft candy shop. You can see how they make candies, which are so artistic.
Sumida River Walk

Passing by

Crossing the bridge on the Sumida river with wonderful landscaepes.
Tokyo Skytree

Passing by

Cycling under the Tokyo Skytree.
Kyojima Minami Park

20 min

Old fashonned shopping mall where you can see daily lifes of Japanese.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

About 3 minutes walk from Hikifune railway station on Tobu skytree line.

About 5 minutes walk from Keisei Hikifune railway station on Keisei line.

Find the board "Tokyo Backstreets Bike Tour" on the ground floor, and come to the 2nd floor.

Please come there 10 minutes before of your starting time.

End point

About 3 minutes walk from Hikifune railway station on Tobu skytree line.

About 5 minutes walk from Keisei Hikifune railway station on Keisei line.

Find the board "Tokyo Backstreets Bike Tour" on the ground floor, and come to the 2nd floor.

Please come there 10 minutes before of your starting time.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

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
Our rental bikes are folding bikes with 14-20 inch, suitable for people between 140 - 180 cm tall. Please inform priorly if you are over 180cm.
If you wish to cycle with a tandem bike, please inform us 3 days before the day you booked.