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Explore Aki-Ota’s Best Cycling Routes

From Scenic Lakesides to Mountain Rides

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3 routes

Aki-Ota offers three unique cycling routes suitable for all levels. Discover Japan’s hidden beauty while riding through stunning landscapes.

Explore the Routes with Google My Maps

Check out our recommended routes on Google My Maps. Each route includes detailed descriptions, points of interest, and distances to help you plan your adventure.

Terraced Rice Fields and Lakeside Route

Takiyama Gorge Bridge, Hiroshima, Japan

Tsutsuga Exploration Route

Ginkgo Biloba in Tsutsuka, Aki-Ota Town, Hiroshima, Japan
Sandan Gorge

Sandankyo Gorge Route

Learn more about the wonderful stores in Aki-Ota Town.

Cycling Route Details

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Sandankyo Gorge Route(Approx. 45km)

A stunning route through the Sandankyo Gorge, blending nature with adventure. End the ride with a thrilling zipline at Osorakan before looping back to Ikoi no Mura Hiroshima.

  • Ikoi no Mura Hiroshima: Start and finish point, featuring amenities and hot springs.

  • Shinmeisui: A sacred water spring, serving as a hydration spot.

  • Sandankyo Entrance: This is the gateway to the beautiful Sandankyo Gorge.

  • Yokohata Kogei: Local traditional craft, Kurimono, with artisan demos and an experiences.

  • Uchiguro Pass: One of the top hill climbs in Hiroshima Prefecture.

  • Osorakan Zipline Adventure: A thrilling zipline adventure in the mountains.

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Tsutsuga Exploration Route(Approx. 20km)

A shorter exploration of the Tsutsuga area, known for its seasonal beauty with cherry blossoms in spring and colorful foliage in autumn.

  • Shinyamakei Gorge: A peaceful gorge with beautiful water and nature.

  • First Inaka AWAY: A local farmstay where you can experience rural life.

  • Sugimari Campground: A vast campground where visitors can connect with nature.

  • ZIRYO Farm Restaurant: Enjoy delicious dishes made from local ingredients.

  • Yoichino Shidarezakura: A stunning weeping cherry blossom tree that blooms in spring.

  • Tsutsuga Ginkgo Tree: A giant ginkgo tree that glows golden in autumn.

  • Ryuto Gorge: A picturesque gorge featuring waterfalls and serene natural beauty.

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Terraced Rice Fields and Lakeside Route
(Approx. 34km)

A scenic route through terraced rice fields and lakesides, with hot springs and panoramic viewpoints along the way.

  • Nukui Dam: An arch-style dam, boasting the second-highest height in Japan. Offers majestic views.

  • Inoyama Observatory: A viewpoint where you can see both the Takiyamakyo Bridge and the lake.

  • Chauna CAMP: A relaxing sauna facility in the midst of nature.

  • Takiyamakyo Bridge: A scenic bridge crossing over a gorge.

  • Dog Glamping Nukui Dam Resort: A glamping resort where you can stay with your dog.

  • Yoshimizuen: A historic Edo-period garden, open for a limited time.

  • Tsukigase Onsen: A popular spot with high-quality alkaline hot springs, with a soba restaurant on site.

  • Fuenga Kiln: Experience traditional local pottery."

  • Ijin's Terraced Rice Fields: Beautiful terraced rice fields selected as one of Japan’s Top 100.

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