ALL YEAR ROUND
Preserving Time 〜 Tsuwano’s 100 Sceneries of the Edo Period・Japan Heritage Cycling Tour 〜
RESERVATION DEADLINE
Reservations can be requested up to three days before
TIME3hours
From6,000yen/person〜
OVERVIEW
Tsuwano is a small rural town that has remarkably succeeded in preserving so much of Japan’s ancient traditions and historical landscapes until today.
A great symbol of this is the “Hyakkeizu: One Hundred Sceneries of Tsuwano from the Edo period”, designated as Japan’s National Heritage, containing 100 paintings of the Tsuwano feudal domain about 160 years ago.
In this 3 hour electric bike cycling tour, we will discover Tsuwano by plunging into the world of the 100 Sceneries.
This is Yu-na’s signature tour that we recommend as the first tour that visitors should experience when they visit Tsuwano.
Main guide
Yui
Yu-na management members
Born in Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture. I fell in love with Tsuwano at first sight when I happened to be on Yu-na’s monitor tour. In March, just before I started, I turned down the job I had been offered by a company in Tokyo and decided to move to Tsuwano Town as a member of the Regional Revitalization Cooperation Volunteers. I love Hello! Project idol and comedian Lalande & A. Masso!
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Hyakkeizu, the Sceneries of Tsuwano “Preserving Time” from Edo Period
The key theme of this cycling tour is the “Hyakkeizu: One Hundred Sceneries of Tsuwano from the Edo Period,” designated as Japan’s National Heritage in 2015. These 100 paintings depict everyday scenes of Tsuwano domain about 160 years ago.
It is fascinating to discover how much of the historical landscapes, events, festivities, traditions and customs from the Hyakkeizu have been preserved in Tsuwano today.
Hence the name of this tour that portrays what these 100 paintings have managed to preserve ; not “sceneries” but “time”.
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This is the scenery that inspired me to move to Tsuwano.
A 10 minute bicycle ride from the center of Tsuwano takes us to a scenic area in the valley, where we can enjoy not only the stories of the 100 paintings, but also the pristine natural landscape that has remained unchanged for centuries.
For the locals it is just an ordinary scene from their daily lives. But for others, it becomes a special place that somehow evokes a sense of nostalgia.
There are many people who move to Tsuwano, and this scenery is said to have been a deciding factor for many of them.
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This unique tour was created by Sokoiko! which was nominated 3rd on TripAdvisor’s “Travelers’ Choice – Best of the Best Things to Do in Japan” in 2022.
Famous for offering unusual tours not listed in typical guidebooks, this cycling tour reveals the many reasons why Sokoiko! fell in love with Tsuwano.
TOUR FLOW
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The tour starts in front of the wall of Tsuwano’s Japan Heritage, “Hyakkeizu: One Hundred Sceneries of the Edo Period”, situated across the Tsuwano JR Train Station. After our introduction and adjusting the electric bicycles, we will hit the road! -
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First we will go to the town center which boasts the Edo-style castle town atmosphere. While visiting the main street and the Shrine of Tsuwano, find out the differences between these paintings and actual scenes of today, as well as the stories behind each picture. -
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Next we will be exploring outside of the center, into the countryside. We will discover the uniqueness and charms of Tsuwano through the Hyakkeizu as we visit a waterfall, valleys, rivers and beautiful scenic landscapes. -
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At the final destination of the tour, we offer you a special message that sums up all of the lessons received from the Hyakkeizu and the local people of Tsuwano.
SCHEDULE
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10:00
Introduction time, explanation & adjustments of electric bicycle
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10:15
Guided tour on electric bicycle
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13:00
Return to starting point, end of tour
TOUR INFOMATION
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Tour Name
Preserving Time 〜 Tsuwano’s 100 Sceneries of the Edo Period・Japan Heritage Cycling Tour 〜
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Price
6,000 yen/person
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Duration
3 hours
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Time
10:00-13:00
14:00-17:00
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Tour Dates
All year round
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Reservation
Online
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Reservation deadline
1 day before tour date
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Minimum & maximum number of participants
Adults: 1 – 10 persons
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Meeting Place
Intersection area in front of Tsuwano JR Train Station
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Meeting Place Address
P.O. Box 699-5605, Ushiroda, Tsuwano Town, Kanoashi-gun, Shimane Prefecture
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Getting here
The intersection area is visible from Tsuwano JR Train Station. Only a 30 second walk.
A tour guide will be waiting with bicycles lined up in front of the wall of paintings from Tsuwano’s Japan Heritage, “Hyakkeizu : One Hundred Sceneries of Tsuwano” from the Edo Period.
*For those by car, there is a parking lot next to Tsuwano JR Train Station. -
Included in the fee
Guide fee
Bicycle rental fee
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Participation Requirements
Participants must be able to ride a bicycle
Adult participants must be at least 145 cm tall.
*If this is not possible, please contact us at the time of reservation. -
What to bring
Drinks
Sunglasses, gloves, insect repellent, warm clothing, etc. as needed -
Recommended Clothing
Comfortable Clothing (Skirts are not recommended)
Comfortable walking shoes (they may get a little dirty from entering vegetable gardens)
＜ Cold season ＞
Warm Gloves required
Knit cap, earmuffs, neck warmer, etc.
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Important Information
We may cancel the tour due to bad weather or other unforeseen circumstances. (Full refunds given)
Helmets must be worn during this tour -
In case of rain
In case of light rain, waterproof ponchos are available for use.
According to the guest, the tour may be either changed to a walking tour or canceled. -
Cancellation Policy
2 days prior to the tour date: 0%
Day before or the day of the tour: 100%
BOOKING
If you would like to participate, please contact us at the email address below.