Cycling/Touring/Pottering in Japan Page 7

• Age 18～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00

Rent a road bike and enjoy cycling freely around Kyoto and its surroundings on a lightweight and nimble sports bike. Connect Kansai's famous spots on two wheels and ride at your own pace. Interested in seeing more than just the city's sights? Road biking is a great way to experience all that Kyoto and the surrounding Kansai area has to offer. Rent a bike and carve your own path through western Japan's urban and rural areas. Kansai has miles of bike paths, allowing you to see and connect with the region and visit more in a day than you imagined at your own pace. You can also take advantage of the Japan, Kansai, cycling, and travel knowledge of Road Bike Rental Japan's staff to make the most of your Japan bike trip. This rental includes the use of a helmet, lock, and other useful tools to ensure a safe and enjoyable cycling experience.

• Age 18～Age 70
• 3～4 hours

There are many scenic and challenging cycling routes in and around Osaka. The good thing about the Osaka Cycling Road is that it is easy to access and you can enjoy various views of the city. Take advantage of our self-guided system and enjoy our recommended courses and your favorite courses.

• Age 4～Age 100
• 3～4 hours

Wander around the country road at the foot of Yatsugatake. Bicycle for sports type is rented. With a crossbike that is easy to get on and a high-end road bike, it's dangerous. There is a helmet. There is kids size.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

How do you feel about cycling while feeling refreshed while feeling strong? You can Rental an electric assisted bicycle for 2 hours and feel free to visit Shuri. We will give you recommended routes and maps, so please refer to this as a reference.

• For Groups

• Age 15～Age 65
• 3～4 hours
• 09:30 / 13:30

When you think of Kyoto, you may think of the bustling downtown areas of Gion and Kawaramachi, but this tour takes you along the river and lets you experience the quietness of Kyoto. Starting from Road Bike Rental Japan Kyoto store in Takeda, Fushimi Ward, you'll warm up with a ride along the Higashi Takase River. In the middle of the ride, you'll head to the Uji River. While admiring the flow of the river and the greenery, you'll then head to the Yamashina River. Feeling the seasons with spring cherry blossoms, early summer hydrangeas, and autumn leaves is sure to refresh your mind and body. The final part of the ride will take you to the Higashiyama area of Kyoto. After taking some great photos at Nanzenji Temple and Heian Shrine, you can end the ride with a ride along the Kamo River. This is a course where you can enjoy the various faces of Kyoto in half a day.

• Age 2～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 10:15 / 14:00

Passing through the elegant old town of Hida Furukawa and slowly passing through the rural villages, you will see beautiful Satoyama gradually. In many places that can only be seen on this tour, there are cultures and cultures that people have inherited. It is a tour that does not appear in the guidebook and feel the beauty of everyday life.

• For Rainy Days

• Age 6～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 13:00

Passing through the elegant old town of Hida Furukawa and slowly passing through the rural villages, you will see beautiful Satoyama gradually. In many places that can only be seen on this tour, there are cultures and cultures that people have inherited. It is a tour that does not appear in the guidebook and feel the beauty of everyday life.

• For Rainy Days

• Age 12～Age 100
• 4～5 hours /5～6 hours /Over 6 hours on the day

It is very convenient with a free transfer from New Chitose Airport to Sapporo ! Cycling comfortably in a farm road without a car in a magnificent scenery spreading like a Hokkaido hill. We will organize on a time setting tailored to customers, unique to private tours. Recommended for those who want to fully enjoy the nature of Hokkaido as it is a one- Sun course.

• For Groups

• Age 12～Age 100
• 2～3 hours

It is very convenient with a free transfer from New Chitose Airport to Sapporo ! Cycling comfortably in a farm road without a car in a magnificent scenery spreading like a Hokkaido hill. We will organize on a time setting tailored to customers, unique to private tours.

• For Groups

• Age 12～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day

Cycling Frontier The most popular cycling tour in Hokkaido ! Enjoy cycling in Hokkaido with thorough support of comfortable farm road main course and guide! A guide that knows the way near Sapporo , guides you to the course where you can enjoy the scenery of Ichoshi! It is a series of superb views that I can not think of near Sapporo . Traffic volume is also small, including the most popular 80 kilometers course, most of the course is a back street with few cars! It is the best course supervised by the Pro Guide. Let's run through Hokkaido exhilarating ♪ Recommended for those who want to fully enjoy the nature of Hokkaido as it is a one- Sun course.

• For Groups

• Age 12～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

Cycling Frontier The most popular cycling tour in Hokkaido ! Enjoy cycling in Hokkaido with thorough support of comfortable farm road main course and guide! A guide that knows the way near Sapporo , guides you to the course where you can enjoy the scenery of Ichoshi! It is a series of superb views that I can not think of near Sapporo . Traffic volume is also small, including the most popular 80 kilometers course, most of the course is a back street with few cars! It is the best course supervised by the Pro Guide. Let's run through Hokkaido exhilarating ♪

• Pickup Service
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 15～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 08:30

Introducing a greedy plan where you can enjoy cycling on the snow with a fat bike, which is a hot topic, and fishing for smelt on ice, which is a popular winter activity. Fat bikes are amazingly stable and anyone can enjoy cycling on the snow with peace of mind. For ice smelt fishing, you can experience the popular plan with a warm stove fishing hut. In between fishing, you will have Domin-style stewed Genghis Khan udon and smelt tempura on ice. After enjoying cycling and fishing, please enjoy the hot springs that flow directly from the source. This private tour is guided by a popular professional guide, so you can enjoy cycling and fishing with peace of mind. We will guide you privately from one person. The rental bicycle during the tour is a full-scale fat bike made by KHS. The only JCA-approved JCGA-registered professional cycling guide in Hokkaido will guide you.

• Pickup Service
• For Groups

• Age 11～Age 85
• 5～6 hours
• 09:00

This is a cycling tour of the Ina Valley. Edible activated charcoal made from red pine is popular among health and beauty conscious people, as it is expected to have a detoxifying and body temperature raising effect. While learning a little about red pine, you can stop by sweet shops and enjoy charcoal gourmet food! ~Schedule of the day~ 9:30 Meet at Oshiba Kogen Roadside Station / Explanation of departure procedure and how to use e-bikes / Depart on e-bikes under the guidance of a guide! ↓ Ariga Sawmill / In a daze Brewing / Kashian Ishikawa Alps Factory Learn the basics of red pine! / Red pine beer is available as a souvenir. / Snacks and breaks ↓ 12:30 Lunch is black udon! Soba restaurant Shinbei ↓ 14:30 Forest therapy walk Refresh your mind and body! , Snacks, wood charm making ↓ 15:30 End of Oshiba Kogen Roadside Station

• Pickup Service
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00

This is the first program for enjoying the mountains of Yamanashi Prefecture, based at Ichikawa Park MTB Field in Ichikawamisato Town. This is a premium mountain bike guided tour for beginners, families, and children to learn the basics of mountain biking from scratch and learn how to ride mountain bikes safely and enjoyably on mountain trails.

• For Groups
• Summer Campaign Sale 2025

• Age 11～Age 85
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00

This is a cycling tour of the Ina Valley. Ina Valley has many agricultural and livestock products. Why not try making a galette using buckwheat flour, one of these? Hunt for seasonal ingredients to put on the dough at farmers' shops and farmer's markets! Experience the deliciousness of Ina Valley! ~Schedule for the day~ 9:00 Inasse north side (Lawson side) square / Explanation of the exit route and how to use the e-bike / Depart on the e-bike with the guide's guidance! ↓9:30 Head to the farm to look for fresh vegetables! Hear about the farmer's thoughts on vegetable growing and seasonal recommendations, and purchase fresh vegetables on the spot. ↓10:50 Le Bretagne (Le Bretagne) Following the example of the home of galettes in Brittany, observe the cooking of authentic galettes made only with buckwheat flour from Minamiminowa, salt, and water. Taste the delicious galettes that you make. ↓12:10 Each team is set a "galette budget" and must procure ingredients for the galettes within the set amount. A budget for purchasing ingredients will be set from the participation fee paid. It's fun to spend time discussing things like "What should we buy?" and "This would go well with a galette." ↓13:30 Finally, it's time to try making a galette. Although there are no rules in the recipe, the dough is made from locally produced buckwheat flour fermented with cider and left to sit overnight for an authentic taste. Use a "galette roll" to stretch the dough into a round shape... ↓16:00 End of the tour at KOUTEN (6 minutes' walk from JR Iida Line Tatsuno Station).

• Pickup Service
• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 11～Age 85
• 5～6 hours
• 08:30

This is a cycling tour of the Ina Valley. A young apple farmer will answer the question, "Why is apple cultivation so popular in the Ina Valley?" This is a study tour where you can learn about both traditional and modern apple farming methods. Enjoy a different kind of sightseeing by taking an adventurous route down roads that only locals know. -Schedule for the day- 8:30 AM -Tagiri no Sato Roadside Station / Explanation of the departure route and how to use the E-bike / Depart on the E-bike with the guide's guidance! ↓10:30 AM -Kurashi no Kobo Light meal of natural yeast bread with dough mixed with kneaded apples ↓11:30 AM -Hana no Sato Roadside Station Apple pie & Gohei mochi are available. ↓1:00 PM -Visit the farm run by the guide Why does the guide continue to be an apple farmer in the Ina Valley? ? ↓2:30 PM -End of the Tagiri no Sato Roadside Station

• Pickup Service
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00

A one-day cycling tour to enjoy mainly the Harie area of Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture. In the morning, after arriving at Shin-Asahi Station, leave your luggage and rent a bicycle, then cycle along Takashima's rural roads. For lunch, enjoy a BBQ using local ingredients. In the afternoon, visit Harie, the "hometown of fresh water," to see the traditional lifestyle that uses spring water, and enjoy local sake at Kawashima Sake Brewery. On this tour that combines nature and culture, experience the rich nature and charm of the region to the fullest. -Experience Outline- 9:10 Meet We will be waiting for you in front of the JR Shin-Asahi Station ticket gate. 10:00 Departure Depart Kabata House by bicycle 10:30 Fishing experience Fishing experience at Takashima Spring 11:30 Lunch 14:00 Observation Harie - Observation tour of Kabata, the home of fresh water, and Kawashima Sake Brewery

• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 99
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 08:00

We will provide electric bicycles. You can easily run on hills and long distances. Experienced guides will take you through the back roads and unknown history unique to cycling. ~Experience flow~ ①Meeting and reception Pick up an electric bicycle at E-Charity Naha Kokusai Street main store, and have a simple briefing session where anyone can ride it safely and happily! ②Tour start/Load your bicycle from Tomari Port. After setting sail, Yaeyama's famous rice balls are prepared on board. Enjoy delicious food while being rocked by the boat. ③ When you get off the Zamami village Aka boat, you will be greeted by the bronze statue of the brave dog that was featured in the movie. Ride your bicycle up the mountain and arrive at the observation deck. You can see the unique topography of the rocks and the crystal clear sea that is famous as a diving spot. Cross the 240m bridge connecting it to the neighboring island. From the top of the bridge, you can see the port you arrived at and the endless Kerama Blue sea. A pure white beach will appear at the end of the path while feeling the greenery of the trees and the breeze. Get off your bike and relax while feeling the sea and sky. From the observation deck at the top of the hill, you can get a panoramic view of the ocean area surrounded by the three islands of Kerama. On the way back, enjoy a long-established confectionery from Naha while chatting and showing each other photos you took on the island. ④After receiving the bicycle, we head back home through the back roads unique to bicycles. ⑤ Return the bicycle and the tour will end. Afterwards, enjoy the city of Naha on your own.

• For Rainy Days

• Age 12～Age 70
• 5～6 hours

・This is an E-Bike guided tour where you can enjoy grape picking with all-you-can-eat grains.・We also support departure and arrival from stations, airports and accommodation.・From the center of Tsuruoka to the sightseeing vineyard in the "Kushibiki" area, which runs southward, you can ride an E-Bike while looking at the Shonai plain and Mt. Gassan, and enjoy about 10 kinds of grapes.・In addition to the popular Shine Muscat, Seto Giants, Pione and Kyoho grapes, you can also enjoy rare varieties of grapes.・Lunch is at Chikoken, a farmhouse restaurant that is very popular with domestic and foreign tourists.・Lunch can be chosen before or after grape picking.・After enjoying grape picking and lunch, take a detour to a nearby farmer's market. You can also purchase seasonal fruits as souvenirs.・After that, depending on your stamina and time, and if you wish, we will go around Mt. Haguro, Yutagawa Onsen, Tsuruoka city sightseeing, etc. by E-Bike.・Free parking is available even if you come by car. ~ Flow of the day ~ (The time is approximate. Departure time will be adjusted to your request to some extent.) 10:30 Departure We will depart after receiving an explanation from the guide and a lecture on how to operate the E-Bike before departure. 11:30 Lunch at Chikoken Enjoy local cuisine at Chikoken, which has appeared in travel magazines and famous restaurants selected by travel agencies. (45-60 minutes) 13:00 Enjoy! Ride the E-Bike for about 15 minutes from Grape Picking Chikoken and have a light meal before dessert time. (45-60 minutes) 15:00 Stroll around Tsuruoka City After enjoying grape picking, return to leisurely cycling according to your physical strength and wishes. Take a walk around Tsuruoka Park, which retains the atmosphere of a castle town, visit places related to Shuhei Fujisawa, or extend your legs to Mt. Haguro. 17:00 Return to the arrival station, accommodation, or tour office to prepare for your departure.

• Age 14～Age 65
• 5～6 hours
• 10:30

・No fatigue when traveling on a high-grade E-Bike ・Departs from and arrives at JR Tsuruoka Station, no need for secondary transportation ・You can get on and off anytime, anywhere without worrying about parking spaces can be done.・In addition to Tsuruoka Park, which was selected as one of the top 100 cherry blossom viewing spots, this E-Bike tour takes you to hidden cherry blossom viewing spots known by locals.・Since the course is mainly flat, it is a tour that can be enjoyed by people of all ages, such as those who are not confident in their physical strength, women's trips, families, and active seniors.・The bus departs from and arrives at Tsuruoka Station, so we recommend that you change your clothes in advance.・Free parking is available even if you come by car.・We also accept shipment of luggage such as souvenirs. ~ Flow of the day ~ 10:30 Departure We will depart after receiving an explanation from the guide and a lecture on how to operate the E-Bike before departure. ～13:00 Have lunch while cycling in Tsuruoka city and go around Tsuruoka Park to see cherry blossoms. (About 120 minutes) ~ 15:30 The cherry blossom trees along the banks of Akagawa and Mawatari continue for about 2km, and then we go around Mawatari and return to Tsuruoka City while making a detour. (About 90 minutes) 16:00 Arrival Return to JR Tsuruoka Station and prepare to go home. You can also buy souvenirs in front of the station. If you are staying in the city, you can disperse at your accommodation if you wish.

• Age 15～Age 70
• 4～5 hours
• 10:00

The first road bike is safe and fun with lectures and guides! For those who say, "I've always wanted to ride a road bike" or "I'm new so I'd like you to teach me properly". This is a cycling tour that starts with a rental road bike for beginners and inexperienced people. Of course you can bring your own bicycle! Before departure, our certified guides from the Japan Cycling Guide Association will give you a detailed and easy-to-understand lecture on how to get on and off the bike, how to use the gear shift, and the traffic rules for bicycles.

• For Groups

• Age 12～Age 70
• 5～6 hours
• 09:30 / 10:30

※※こちらのツアーは4月下旬から実施予定です※※ Eバイクを使ったセルフガイドツアーです。 名瀑と絶景を巡りながら、奥日光エリアの端からは時まで登って降って走破する達成感抜群のロングコース。 奥日光三名瀑の竜頭ノ滝と湯滝を楽しみながら、日光湯元温泉に立ち寄ります。 ハイライトは湯ノ湖と男体山を望む絶景のつづら折りヒルクライム！ 道中の飲食店や施設に立ち寄りながら、丸一日たっぷりと奥日光を楽しむのがオススメです。 ★セルフガイドＥバイクツアーとは レンタルする自転車（Ｅバイク）と専用ナビゲーション機器を使って、ツアーごとに決められたルートを、お客様ご自身（ガイドなし）でサイクリングしていただく「セルフガイド形式」のサイクリングツアーです。 ★セルフガイドEバイクツアーを楽しむ ご家族やお仲間と、プライベートで自由なサイクリングに出かけましょう！ 専用ナビゲーションが案内してくれるから、道に迷う心配はありません。 国立公園内の観光スポットへの立よりや、休憩、お食事、お買い物なども、自由に気兼ねなくお楽しみください。 ★ツアーご参加の流れ ①ご予約 ・事前に必ずご希望のツアーをご予約ください。 　　↓ ②当　日 ・当日はツアーの発着地に開始時間までにお越しください。 ・参加受付完了後、ルート説明、Eバイクの使い方、ナビゲーション機器の使い方を説明します。 　　↓ ③サイクリング中 ・ルート選択は、専用ナビゲーション機器による案内に従ってください。 ・絶景やサイクリング、グルメ、ハイキング等を楽しんでいただき、終了時刻までに発着地にお戻りください。 ・ツアーごとにおすすめルートが設定されていますが、制限時間までに発着地に戻れれば大丈夫です。 　立ち寄り先や休憩も自由に決められるので、お客様のペースでサイクリングできます。 ・ツアー中のトラブルやお困りごとは、遠慮なくスタッフにご連絡ください。 　　↓ ④帰着・終了 ・発着地に戻ったら、レンタル品ご返却いただきツアー終了です。

• For Groups

• Age 15～Age 65
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00

"Reiwa 3rd Year of Reiwa Tourism Content Creation Project Utilizing Nature such as National Parks" Certification Program This is an electric assisted cycling tour accompanied by local guides such as Yamabushi guides around Mt. Haguro located in Dewa Sanzan. If you wish, you can experience Miyatabo's vegetarian cuisine, trekking experience, and Zen experience. (Separate fee) ~ Flow of the day ~ ①Departure from the temple lodging "Miyatabo" ②Mt. Haguro Mt. (If you wish, you can visit "Idea Bunka Kinenkan" and admission fee will be charged separately.) ③Gassan Kogen Ranch ④Arrival at Miyatabo (If you wish to have Shojin cuisine, please contact us at the time of application. Fees will be charged separately.)

• Age 16～Age 70
• 4～5 hours

It is a pottering tour that runs in Anan City "Kamodani" in Brompton made in England. Origins such as "Moon Falls", "Submersible Bridge" famous for the carp festival, "Sakari district" where the legend of Heike remains, and "Omatsu Daigongen", a power spot where 10,000 beckoning cats were dedicated. We will guide you relaxedly while explaining the highlights. For lunch, enjoy a lunch handmade by the owner at the cafe "Boscobel".

• Pickup Service

• Age 12～Age 65
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 10:00

・ No tiredness when traveling with a high-grade E-Bike ・ No need for secondary traffic when departing from or arriving at JR Yuza Station ・ You can get on and off anytime, anywhere without worrying about parking space Can be done.・ Since the underground water of Mt. Chokai springs from everywhere in the town, there is no shortage of hydration.・ You can also experience harvesting local vegetables and fruits. You can use it for lunch as it is, and you can also send it by courier along with the souvenirs of the tour.・ You can also enjoy freshly brewed coffee using underground water during the tour.・ You can also choose river kayaking or hot spring bathing as an option.・ It is a tour that can be enjoyed by a wide range of generations such as girls traveling, families, and active seniors.・ Since there is a store in JR Yuza Station, you can leave your luggage as it is when you get off the train. There is also a changing room and a directly managed local curry shop.・ You can use the parking lot free of charge even if you come by car.・ We also accept shipments of luggage such as souvenirs. ～ Flow of the day ～ 10:00 Departure Before departure, we will depart after receiving an explanation from the guide and an E-Bike operation lecture. 10:40 Dohara Falls To get used to E-Bike, we went to Dohara Falls, which is about 30 minutes away. Drink spring water and stroll around the area. (30-40 minutes) 12:00 Lunch Enjoy local curry such as Yusa curry. (45 minutes) 13:30 Arrange course From the afternoon, go to your favorite course. You can visit power spots such as Ushiwatagawa and Maruike, enjoy river kayaking, run along the coastal route and rest at the hot springs, and enjoy yourself until the evening. 17:00 Arrival Return to JR Yuza Station and get ready to go home. We can also ship souvenirs and luggage at our shop, so please let us know if you wish.

• Age 18～Age 70
• 4～5 hours
• 09:00

We visited a farmer who rents a bicycle in Takamatsu City and grows "Sanuki no Awake", an original variety of asparagus from Kagawa prefecture. We will talk about Sanuki's Awakening field tour and how to grow it. Bring the harvested Sanuki Awakening to a udon shop in the market, make it into tempura, and have it with Sanuki udon. Takamatsu's unique cycling route, where you can enjoy views of the sea, rivers and mountains in a short time, is also attractive. ～ Flow of the day ～ ① Orientation, bicycle rental procedure, bicycle lecture 40 minutes ② Cycling along the Kato River while looking at the market and Sanuki sea, river, mountains 80 minutes ③ Asparagus harvesting experience, tasting freshly picked asparagus 70 minutes to interact with farmers ④ Move to the market by cycling 65 minutes ⑤ Taste the vegetable tempura harvested at the udon shop 30 minutes ⑥ Walk around the Umachi shopping street 15 minutes

• Age 18～Age 70
• 4～5 hours
• 09:00

Riding a bicycle rental in Takamatsu City, we visited a farmer to see the agriculture in Kagawa prefecture, which is the smallest area in Japan. We will talk about field tours and how to grow broccoli. Bring the harvested broccoli to a udon shop in the market, make it into tempura, and have it with Sanuki udon. Takamatsu's unique cycling route, where you can enjoy views of the sea, rivers and mountains in a short time, is also attractive. ～ Flow of the day ～ ① Orientation, bicycle rental procedure, bicycle lecture 40 minutes ② Cycling along the Kato River while looking at the market and Sanuki sea, river, mountains 90 minutes ③ Broccoli harvest experience, interaction with farmers 60 minutes ④ Cycling 65 minutes ⑤ Taste the vegetable tempura harvested at the udon shop 30 minutes ⑥ Walk around the Umachi shopping street 15 minutes

• Age 12～Age 65
• 5～6 hours

Limited to one group per day ☆ Run with a folding BROMPTON made in the UK! Enjoy the castle town and the Seto Inland Sea at once Pottering ◆ We will respond to detailed requests with a custom private tour! ◆ Even those who are not physically fit or who are not good at exercising are okay! Please feel free to join us. ◆ Cycling at a leisurely pace in a castle town with a calm atmosphere while introducing the outline of sightseeing spots in the hot spring town of “Matsuyama” in literature ◆ Shikoku Pilgrimage with a history of 1200 years. While running along the henro-michi, I went from the town to the Seto Inland Sea at once. Cycling by the sea is exceptional! ◆ Which is your partner today? Small and cute British folding bike BROMPTON. You can freely choose one of your favorites and accessories to match it. ◆ Folding bike + public transportation (ship, train) You can discover new ways to enjoy bicycles. ◆ Experienced local guides provide detailed guidance. We will provide plenty of information to enjoy the city of Matsuyama.

• Age 16～Age 60
• 2～3 hours

It is Bicycle rental of Akiyoshidai operated by Mine City Tourism Association. Yamaguchi The most popular cycling course in the prefecture, "Akiyoshidai Quasi Road". Bicycle rental makes it easy to run and have a pleasant experience.

• Age 16～Age 80
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

Just a 20 minute shinkansen ride from Kyoto to our starting point, we offer an easy way to explore small town rural life in Japan on this leisurely beginner-friendly ride, with a local resident guide, fluent in English, to help you enjoy our area's unique geographical and historical points of interest.This 13km course features a broad range of sights such as rice and agriculture fields, historic trade routes, local villages combining old and new ways of life, a temple and shrine, a brief hike, and the shores of Lake Biwa, all in about 3 hours.In our tours, we hope to both share and preserve our local culture and traditions. Toward this goal, we also work closely with municipalities and residents to ensure that we always respect the wishes and needs of the local communities that we visit.