Niigata in Cycling/Touring/Pottering

• Age 12～Age 70
• 3～4 hours
• 09:30

Join me on a guided tour of Daigenta in Yuzawa, Niigata. Starting from Echigo Yuzawa Station, just 70 minutes from Tokyo, we'll cycle through Yuzawa village and explore Japanese parks on our way to Daigenta Canyon with ease on e-bikes. At Daigenta, we'll enjoy views of rice paddies and mountain peaks, take a break at the lake, and then ride downhill through the forest and old village. An optional lunch at a local café is available. We’ll return to the station by 13:00, giving you time to explore Yuzawa's onsen town. The tour starts at 9:30 and covers about 15km. 〜Flow of experience〜 9:30　Departure We will depart from the east side of Echigo Yuzawa Station 10:00　Japanese park We will stop for a while, enjoying the four seasons Japanese park of Yuzawa. We may see some Koi fish swiming in the pound. 11:00　Daigenta lake We will have a small break to enjoy the breathtaking view that Daigenta Lake offer. 13:00　Return We will be back at the train station to finish the tour, you will have time to enjoy the local food from one of the many restaurants. Giving you the afternoon to enjoy the town of Yuzawa.

• Age 12～Age 70
• 5～6 hours
• 09:30

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　Departure We will depart from the east side of Muikamachi Station 11:00　Niigata Best Spring Water We will stop a bit to taste the voted best Niigata spring water. 12:00　Hakkaisan Sake Brewery We will visit the sake brewery, have lunch and explore the nature around the area. 14:00　Japanese park We will visit and learn more about a beautiful Japanese park and its history. 15:00　Return We will be back at the train station to finish the tour.