Three self-guided bicycle day trips from NoriNori Kyoto. Choose the area you want to explore, then open the full route for the map, QR code, timing and parking guidance.
These three routes currently start and finish at our Central Kyoto store. Distances and times are approximate and vary with sightseeing, traffic, parking and seasonal crowds.
EAST & NORTH KYOTO
Kyoto Temples & Riverside
Nanzen-ji, Ginkaku-ji, Shimogamo Shrine and a Kamo River return.
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SOUTH KYOTO
Southern Kyoto: Fushimi & Riverside
Tofuku-ji, Fushimi Inari and the historic Fushimi sake district.
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WEST KYOTO
Arashiyama & West Kyoto
Ryoan-ji, Ninna-ji, Tenryu-ji and the Arashiyama area.
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- Use designated bicycle parking and walk the bicycle in crowded temple or shrine areas.
- Southern Kyoto and Arashiyama are more comfortable on an E-Bike.
- Allow extra time during autumn foliage, cherry blossom season and weekends.
- Read the Kyoto Cycling Rules & Etiquette Guide before departure.
Cover photos are real-location images from Wikimedia Commons: Nanzen-ji (663highland), Fushimi Inari (Takipoint123), and Tenryu-ji (SElefant), used under their respective Creative Commons licenses.