23 Apr 2023
After the day we had originally booked had to be cancelled due to rain Dai helped us organise a replacement day including helping us plan our travel arrangements for after the tour to get to Kyoto in the evening.
The tour more than surpassed our expectations and allowed us to see the beautiful countryside of the Hida region while learning about the local history and people. After an introduction to the e-bikes which were very fun to ride, we were quickly off on the road stopping at various points of interest along the way - at each place Dai providing information that helped us delve deeper into Japanese ways of life. We were treated to an excellent traditional Japanese lunch with delicious local fish and ingredients and later enjoyed a coffee freshly made by Dai on the banks of the river for a final energy boost for the ride home. The e-bikes are in great condition and make the ride nice and smooth even when going uphill allowing you to enjoy the views.
Dai and the cycle ride are one of our favourite memories from our time in Japan and I’m so glad we were able to rearrange it and would recommend the tour to anyone looking to learn about some of the lesser known aspects of Japanese culture and who want to enjoy the stunning scenery of the region.
Many thanks Dai!