The 4 Best History Bike, Segway and Tuk-Tuk Tours in Japan

1.Historical Kyoto E-Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 181 reviews · from $99Our pick

Ride an e-bike across Kyoto with a group of up to eight, stopping at Kitano Tenmangu, Kinkaku-ji, Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, and Tenryu-ji. Guides such as George, Pohan, Diego, Jody, and Jorge explain local customs, history, and cycling rules. The 5 to 6 hour outing includes a bike, helmet, water, and time for lunch.

“Our tour guide Jody was from Canada and spoke English as his first language and had been living in Japan for 20+ years so did a phenomenal job explaining the Japenese culture from the view of an expat yet had lived there long enough to understand the Japanese way of life. Had been a teacher previously so had a real passion for learning and teaching, but also had a great sense of humor and made things fun. Met some cool people in our group too! Bikes were comfortable newer ebikes and the tour was 75% walking and 25% biking. Our lunch place was a cash only ramen place, so bring…”

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2.Sakurajima Century Lava Climb Journey with E-bike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · from $105

Join guide Rento for a three-hour e-bike loop from the Sakurajima Visitor Center to Yunohira Observatory, the island’s highest point. You’ll follow traces of its great eruption, hear stories about local life, and ride recent Yamaha e-bikes through dramatic volcanic scenery. The group is limited to six people.

“It was one of the most memorable days in Japan. Our guide really love with this place and gives an unforgettable experience”

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3.Tokyo: 3-Hour Bike/E-Bike Tour of the City’s Hidden Gems

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · from $59

Cover Tokyo’s major sights and quieter streets on a three-hour, 18-kilometer ride from Zojo-ji and Tokyo Tower to Yoyogi Park near Harajuku. Guides such as Show, Naoki, Kosei, and Miguel lead small groups of up to seven in English or Japanese. E-bikes help in the heat and on hills, but helmets cost extra.

“Great experience biking through the streets of Tokyo. Really enjoyed it and was able to see a large area of the city up close. The guides were fantastic and knowledgeable. Great way to get your bearings in the city.”

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4.Nara: Bike Tour in Ancient Capital UNESCO World Heritage

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 43 reviews · 2 hours · from $22Best value

Ride through Nara’s former imperial palace grounds with national government licensed guide Kay, stopping at Suzaku Gate, Toin Garden, excavation remains, an ancient tomb, museums, and grand reconstructed halls. The two-hour small-group tour includes a bike, helmet, admission, and Tenpyo costume photos. English and Japanese tours are available.

“Enjoyable 2hrs cycling around this enormous complex with English speaking guide Kay who was very knowledgeable and passionate about Nara and it’s history. Bikes were a perfect way to get around and see the sites of this UNESCO site.”

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