IZU SAMURAI HISTORY ROUTE

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The Izu Peninsula saw the birth and end of samurai culture. Here the samurai caste first sought to replae the ruling aristcrats in Kyoto.
The first samurai-led govemment, influenced the Japanese history and culture.
This is a short tour, but recommended for anyone wishing to learn about the magnificent history of Jpan.

Activity Highlights

Running along one of Japan’s most beautiful rivers

Visit to an UNESCO World Heritage

Visit to a typical samurai house that has remained intact over the centuries

Visit to a famous temple full of history and mystery

Route

Start: Kona Cycle Izunagaoka or Shuzenji Cycle Base

Goal: Kona Cycle Izunagaoka or Shuzenji Cycle Base

Distances: 28km

Elevation gain: 400m

Type: Flat Road

Approx. duration: 4h

LEVEL 1: BEGINNER

Point of Interest

KANO RIVER

Spectacular cycle road famous for view and for its cherry blossoms in spring

NIRAYAMA REVERBETORY FURNACE

UNESCO World heritage, a well preserved iron smelting facility on the Izu Peninsula

EGAWA HISTORICAL RESIDENCE

The Egawa Residence is the perfectly preserved historical home of a samurai-governor of Izu

GANJO JUIN TEMPLE

Buddhist temple founded in 1189 AD by the first shogun of Japan. Famous for its Buddha statues

SELF-GUIDED TOURS

From ¥4,600
Included services
  • eBike (normal pedals, 4h rental)
  • JCA approved cycling helmet
  • Digital map link
Options available
  • Bike transport to your accommodation
  • Full day or two days rental extension
  • Support car

GUIDED TOURS

From ¥11,000*

Included services

  • 1 professional and highly qualified guide
  • eBike (normal pedals)
  • JCA approved cycling helmet
  • Snapshots during the tour
  • 1 bottle of mineral water
  • Refreshment at the end of the tour
  • Luggage storage service

(*) Price per head (minimum 4 participants)

3 participants: ¥13,800/person

2 participants: ¥17,000/person

FULL CUSTOMIZED TOURS

Contact us
Services available
  • Bike transport to your accommodation
  • 1 or more professional and highly qualified guides
  • eBike (normal pedals)
  • JCA approved cycling helmet
  • Bike transport to your accommodation (Shuzenji or Izunagaoka area)
  • Snaps/video shooting service
  • Mineral water/snacks
  • Refreshment at the end of the tour
  • Luggage storage service
  • Lunch reservation
  • Support car
  • Privacy protection

PRICE

GUIDED TOUR

2 PERSONS from 34,200 JPY
3 PERSONS
from 38,800 JPY
4 PERSONS
from 43,400 JPY

If you are only interested in a self-guided tour, simply hire an eBike.

(in the case of a self-guided tour. transport to and from your hotel is charged for). 

SCHEDULE

 Daily, upon request.

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