Discover the quieter side of Aso — where everyday life, nature and tradition come together..
Leave the main sightseeing routes behind and explore the peaceful countryside of Aso City by bicycle. Ride through seasonal rice fields, farming villages, quiet backroads and traditional landscapes surrounded by the mountains of the Aso Caldera.
Along the way, your local guide will introduce you to village life, local shrines, natural springs and the stories behind Aso’s Satoyama landscape — a countryside shaped by generations of people living closely with nature.
Relaxed Cycling • Local Culture • Authentic Rural Aso
Tour at a Glance
⏰ Duration: 3–4 hours
💴 From ¥16,000 per person
🚲 Bike, Helmet & Insurance Included
🌾 Rice Fields, Villages & Farmland
⛩️ Local Shrines & Natural Springs
🏡 Authentic Rural Life & Satoyama Culture
Experience the Everyday Beauty of Rural Aso
Beyond Aso’s famous volcano and grasslands lies another side of the region — quiet farming communities, old village roads and landscapes shaped by generations of local life.
On this relaxed cycling experience, you’ll ride through seasonal rice fields and farmland, visit local shrines and natural springs, and discover small details of rural life that are easy to miss when travelling by car.
🌾 Ride Through Aso’s Countryside
Cycle along peaceful backroads surrounded by rice fields, farmland and the mountains of the Aso Caldera.
🏡 Discover Rural Villages
Pass through small communities where daily life continues at a slower pace, far from the usual sightseeing routes.
⛩️ Local Shrines & Stories
Visit local shrines and learn about their connection to the history, traditions and communities of Aso.
💧 Natural Springs & Satoyama
Discover Aso’s abundant spring water and its Satoyama landscape — a traditional countryside where people and nature have coexisted for generations.
🚲 Explore at a Relaxed Pace
Cycling allows you to slow down, notice the details and experience rural Aso at eye level rather than through a car window.
Tour Highlights Gallery
Tour Information
【Pricing】
Group Tour (4-8 guests): ¥16,000 (per persons)
Small Group (2-3 guests): ¥18,000 (per person)
Private Tour (1-2 guests): ¥22,000 (per person)
Family Discount: Children under 15 years old receive 20% off the tour price.
【Group Size】
1 – 8 guests
Solo travelers are welcome. A solo bookings is charged at the 2-person private-tour rate.
【What’s Included 】
✓ Local guide (English, Japanese & Chinese-speaking)
✓ E-bike or standard bicycle, selected to suit the rider
✓ Helmet
✓ Insurance coverage
✓ Complimentary photos during the tour
【Tour Highlights】
🌾 Seasonal rice fields & farmland
🏡 Quiet rural villages
⛩️ Local shrines and cultural sites
💧 Natural springs
🚲 Peaceful countryside roads
🌿 Satoyama landscapes and everyday rural life
Tour duration: Approximately 3 to 4 hours
【Available Start Times】
09:00 AM / 10:00 AM / 11:00 AM
Other start times may be available upon request.
Summer (June – September)
Early morning and late afternoon departures are available on request to enjoy cooler temperatures and beautiful golden-hour scenery.
【Rental bikes Included】
A suitable rental bicycle, helmet and insurance are included in the tour fee. E-bikes and standard sports bikes are available depending on rider height, preference and availability. We’ll help you select the most suitable bike for your ride..
【Operating Season】
Mid March 〜 December 20
【What to bring】
- Passport or photo ID(any one of the members if participating as a group)
- Comfortable outdoor clothing
- Closed-toe shoes or sports shoses (For safety, sandals and high-heeled shoes are prohibited).
- Sunscreen and sunglasses (recommended)
【Meeting location】
Standard Meeting Point
ASO Roadside Station
1440-1 Kurokawa, Aso, Kumamoto 869-2225 (Conveniently located next to JR Aso Station.)
Starting from Your Accommodation
Staying in the Aso area? Depending on your accommodation and planned route, we may be able to start the tour directly from your hotel, ryokan or guesthouse.
Please provide your accommodation details when booking, and we’ll confirm the most convenient meeting point.
【Sample Half-Day Itinerary】
- 🚲 Meet your guide, bike fitting & safety briefing
- 🌾 Ride through rice fields, farmland & quiet village roads
- ⛩️ Visit local shrines and discover rural Aso culture
- 💧 Stop at natural springs and Satoyama landscapes
- 📸 Enjoy scenic stops and photo opportunities
- 🏁 Return to the meeting point
*Route and stops may vary depending on the season, weather and local conditions.
〜予約方法/ Reservation〜
Select your preferred date below. We’ll confirm availability within 24 hours.
Reservation & Participation Information
Payment
We accept both cash and credit card payments on the day of your tour. As a small local tour operator, cash payment is greatly appreciated whenever possible.
Weather Policy
- We ride in light rain, so please dress appropriately if rain is expected. If severe weather is forecast and it is unsafe to ride, we may cancel the tour. Should this happen, we will contact you by 7:00 pm on the day before your tour.
- If we cancel the tour due to weather, you may choose to:
- Rescheduled your tour to another available date or
- Received a full refund
Guest Cancellation Policy
If you need to cancel your reservation, cancellation fees may apply according to the timing of your cancellation. Please contact us as early as possible if your plans change. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcome you to Aso.
| CANCEL 7 – 2 DAYS PRIOR TO THE TOUR DATE | 30% of the tour price |
|---|---|
| CANCEL 1 DAY PRIOR TO THE TOUR DATE | 50% of the tour price |
| CANCEL ON THE TOUR DATE / NO SHOW | 100% of the tour price |