Duration 5 hours
Summary
Explore the rural landscapes and rich folklore of Tono on this guided e-bike tour.
Beginning and ending at Tono Station, cycle along peaceful country roads through rice fields, traditional villages and scenery that has inspired local legends for generations. Visit places connected to Tono’s famous folklore, including a pond associated with the mysterious kappa, and learn about Oshirasama, a traditional household deity deeply rooted in the region’s culture. Along the way, meet local people and enjoy making traditional sweets together.
Combining gentle cycling, beautiful countryside, cultural encounters and fascinating stories, this tour offers an immersive introduction to the legendary world of Tono.
Highlight
- Cycle around the areas associated with local legends
- Enjoy making local sweets with the local mums
COURSE ITINERARY
11:00
Meet at Tono Station
Arrival
Meet at Tono station. If you are coming from Morioka, there is a JR Hamayuri train departing Morioka at 9:22 and arriving at Tono at 10:49.
Briefing about cycling in this area
Your guide will show you how to use the Ebikes and give you a briefing about safety before we start.
Cycle around the local area on Ebikes
Your local guide will take your on the Ebikes to some special view points of Tono area. We will visit the home of the mystical creature Kappa, learn about the legend of Oshirasama, and make some traditional sweets with the local mothers.
16:00
Finish at Tono Station
Finish
Finish the tour back at where we started If you are headed back to Morioka or Hanamaki areas, take the JR Hamayuri train leaving at 16:28.
Information
Price
2 PAX 53,000JPY
3 PAX 41,000JPY
4 PAX 35,000JPY
＊PER PERSON Min 2 people
Tour type
Guided
INCLUDED
✔ Bicycle and helmet rental
✔ Local guide
✔ Entrance fees and activity fees
NOT INCLUDED
✖ Transportation to and from the listed starting/finishing points
✖ Lunch or Drinks
✖ Costs of a personal nature
Notes
The weather can change quite a lot depending on the day, and even within the same day, so please ensure you have good quality rain-wear, as we cycle in light rain as well (provided it is deemed safe). Exact course will be decided depending on weather conditions.
Please ensure you have a good physical ability so you are able to participate in all activities.
Please note, minimum height is 150cm.
Lunch isn’t included, but we will have some free time at a local restaurant where you can purchase lunch
