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[Niigata・MINAMIUONUMA] Guided e-bike tour to Hakkaisan Sake Brewery

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Beginners welcome - First try
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Possible number of bookings

1～5
Participating age

12Age ～ 70 Age
Duration

5～6 hours

Plan description

Join me on a guided tour around Muikamachi, Niigata. Starting from Muikamachi Station, less than 2 hours from Tokyo, we'll cycle through Minamiuonuma's rice fields and Niigata's best spring water on our way to the Hakkaisan sake brewery, all with ease on e -bikes. At the brewery, we'll explore the story and tradition behind this premium sake, connecting centuries of craftsmanship, heavy snowfall, and pristine water. We'll enjoy a delicious meal featuring onigiri made from local rice (vegan option usually available ). On the way back, we'll stop at a traditional four-season Japanese park. We'll return to the station by 15:00, giving you time to explore the local onsen or head back to Tokyo. The tour starts at 10:00 and covers about 20km.〜Flow of experience〜10:00 DepartureWe will depart from the east side of Muikamachi Station11:00 Niigata Best Spring WaterWe will stop a bit to taste the voted best Niigata spring water.12:00 Hakkaisan Sake BreweryWe will visit the sake brewery, have lunch and explore the nature around the area. 14:00 Japanese parkWe will visit and learn more about a beautiful Japanese park and its history. 15:00 ReturnWe will be back at the train station to finish the tour.

Seamless Tokyo Day Trip

The tour is design to perfectly fit a day trip from Tokyo. You can arrive by Shinkansen with the JR East Pass, Tokyo Wide Pass or regular ticket and take the local train.

The Role of Snowfall in Sake Brewing

Learn about centuries of craftsmanship, the decisions behind establishing a sake brewery, and the impact of heavy snowfall on local life.

Guided in English or French

All tours are offered in fluent English or native French. Explore Japan's countryside through the eyes of a local foreigner.

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Selectable starting time： 09:30

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Reservation cancellation fee generation date	Cancellation fee will be charged from 1 days before the event date.
About cancellation	Please note that the following cancellation fees will be charged in the event of cancellation due to customer's convenience. The day before (after 5pm): 100% The day of: 100% Cancellation without permission: 100% Cancellation fee is free until 5pm day before the tour.
About event termination	In case of extreme weather forecast, we may cancel the tour for your safety (full refund).

Detailed information of this plan

Required minimum number of participants	2 Person(s)
Possible number of bookings	1～5
About duration	5～6 hours 330 minutes (experience time 300 minutes)
Operating period	2024/4/16〜2024/11/14
Assembly time	Please arrive 15 minutes before your reservation time. 10:00 - Joetsu Shinkansen from Tokyo Station at 07:48 arrive at 09:05 at Echigo Yuzawa. Local train to Muikamachi arrive at 09:31
Booking deadline	until 16:59 2 days before

Changing room		Toilet
Shower		Parking
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Dress code - Must bring items	SunglassesWaterSun creamComfortable clothes (no skirts or pants with wide hems)Athletic or sturdy shoes (no sandals or high heels)Backpack, Small to carry waterRain wear (in case of sudden rain)Insect repellent
About rental items	Electric Bicycle (Included), Helmet (Included), Guide (Included), Hakkaisan Sake Brewery tour (Included)

Matters require attention	・Domestic Insurance cover thrid pary liability in case of an accident.・You should have your own medical/injuries/travel insurance.・Children aged under 18 must be accompanied by a paying adult.・In case of extreme weather, we may cancel the tour (full refund) or offer an alternative date.・Tour may be cancel (no refund) or shorter in case you arrive late.・Contact by Line Messenger or Email should be made prior to the tour to finalize details.
Other notifications	・There are non alcoholic rice drink to taste for underage at the brewery.・Onigiri usually have Vegan options, but I cannot garantee what they have on the day.・Food allergies are difficult to accomodate in Japan, I cannot garantee that the restaurant will have options for you.

Matters require attention

・Domestic Insurance cover thrid pary liability in case of an accident.・You should have your own medical/injuries/travel insurance.・Children aged under 18 must be accompanied by a paying adult.・In case of extreme weather, we may cancel the tour (full refund) or offer an alternative date.・Tour may be cancel (no refund) or shorter in case you arrive late.・Contact by Line Messenger or Email should be made prior to the tour to finalize details.

Other notifications

・There are non alcoholic rice drink to taste for underage at the brewery.・Onigiri usually have Vegan options, but I cannot garantee what they have on the day.・Food allergies are difficult to accomodate in Japan, I cannot garantee that the restaurant will have options for you.

Plan attractions

Premium rice of Japan Niigata is renowned for having the best rice in Japan! In Minamiuonuma, Koshihikari rice thrives in the mountain climate, nourished by fresh, clear snowmelt. This creates an ever-changing landscape, especially beautiful in September when the rice fields turn golden before the harvest .

Easy Cycling The electric assist bicycles make the tour enjoyable, letting you focus on the scenery rather than the effort.

Snow and Local Life Centuries of living with heavy snowfall have shaped traditions, the economy, and culture around harnessing the power of snow.

Access - Map

Muikamachi, Minamiuonuma, Niigata 949-6680

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Assembly point

Muikamachi Station East Exit

If you arrive by car

E17 to Muikamachi IC, Park at Muikamachi Station Car park.Parking lot: 100 spaces, large buses: Not available

If you arrive by train

From Joetsu Shinkansen, Echigo Yuzawa Station or Urasa, then take a local train to Muikamachi.

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We only use electric assists bike that are legal for road use in Japan and are certified by the ministry of transport. Domestic travel insurance (thrid party liability in case of an accident) is included with the tour.