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Embracing Lake Biwa and Mount Ibuki: A Journey Through Northern Shiga’s Abundant Waterways<\/h3>\n\n\n\n


Day 1 of cycling begins at the tranquil shores of beautiful Lake Yogo. In the nostalgic old post town of Kinomoto, discover the sake brewing at Tomita Shuzo, along with the food culture and townscape nurtured by its pristine waters. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

After recharging with a lunch packed with local ingredients, we guide you to the unique \u201cDAS TRAIL,\u201d where you can experience regional resources and the environment through \u201cData \u00d7 Art \u00d7 Science.\u201d Pedal onward to Nagahama, a castle town connected to Hideyoshi. In the evening, gather around Shiga’s delicious food and sake. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Day 2 begins at the shores of Lake Biwa. With Mount Ibuki in view, we head for the Azusakawachi settlement, home to about 230 people. Spend peaceful moments with locals in this water-rich mountain valley. Join us on this journey through Shiga, exploring the \u201cwater\u201d that nourishes the land and connects past and future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


\u3010Featuring\u3011<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u25cf A cycling route rich in nature with minimal elevation changes (DAY 1 & DAY 2)
\u25cf The \u201cDAS TRAIL\u201d walk: Discover the region through \u201cData \u00d7 Art \u00d7 Science\u201d (DAY 1 & DAY 2)
\u25cf Savor Shiga’s cuisine: mountain delicacies, lake treasures, and sake (DAY 1 & DAY 2)
\u25cf Visit Tomita Shuzo, brewer of the renowned sake \u201cShichihonyari,\u201d a tradition dating back to the Warring States period (DAY 1)
\u25cf Experience the clear streams and woodcarving culture in the historic post town of Samegai-juku (DAY 2)<\/p>\n\n\n\n



\u3010Tour detail\u3011<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\uff1cDAY 1: Saturday, April 18, 2026\uff1e<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Start at: April 18 (Sat) 9:30 AM JR West Hokuriku Main Line \u201cYogo Station\u201d (Shiga Prefecture, Nagahama City, Yogo Town, Shimo-Yogo)
Goal at: April 18 (Sat) 20:00 BIWAKO PICNIC BASE (7-5 Motohama-cho, Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Distance: 37km<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Participation Fee: \u00a521,000 \/ \u00a519,000 for Shiga Prefecture residents (includes bicycle rental fee)
\u2605Special rate applies for participating both days
\u2605Please indicate if you wish to bring your own bicycle when applying<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Included in participation fee: Cycling guide fee, trail walk guide fee, meal costs (lunch, dinner), snacks, support vehicle (can transport luggage), commemorative item, insurance fee<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u203bAccommodation costs are not included in the participation fee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


\uff1cDAY 2: Sunday, April 19, 2026\uff1e<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Start at: April 19 (Sun) 8:30 AM, in front of the fountain at Toyo Park along Lake Biwa (1325 Koen-cho, Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture)
Goal at: April 19 (Sun) 16:30 JR \u201cMaibara Station\u201d (Maibara Nakamachi, Maibara City, Shiga Prefecture)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Distance: 39km<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Participation Fee: \u00a512,000 \/ \u00a510,000 for Shiga Prefecture residents (includes bicycle rental fee)
\u2605Discount available for participating both days
\u2605If you wish to participate with your own bicycle, please indicate this when applying<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Included in Participation Fee: Cycling guide fee, trail walk guide fee, meal cost (lunch), snacks, support vehicle (can transport luggage), commemorative item, insurance fee<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not Included in Travel Cost: Transportation costs to\/from your home to the meeting point and from the disbandment point to your home, meal and beverage costs not included in the itinerary, and transportation costs between your home and the location are the responsibility of each participant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


\u3010Remarks\u3011<\/strong>
\u30fbRound-trip transportation costs between your home and the event location are the responsibility of each participant.
\u30fbYour application is complete upon payment of the participation fee.
\u30fbIf you have your own cycling helmet, please bring it. Free rentals are also available.
\u30fbFor accommodations on Saturday, April 18th, we can recommend lodging near Nagahama Station. Please inquire when applying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


\u3010Sign up for participation\u3011
For inquiries regarding tour details, please contact at:
https:\/\/papersky.jp\/contact<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Please select \u201cEvent\u201d from the URL above to apply.
\u2605 When applying, please specify: \u201cParticipating both days,\u201d \u201cParticipating only on 4\/18,\u201d or \u201cParticipating only on 4\/19.\u201d
\u2605 For both days: Participation fee: \u00a530,000 \/ \u00a527,000 for Shiga Prefecture residents (includes bicycle rental fee)
\u2605When applying, please fill in the followings:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u30fbPreferred Participation Date (select one):
\u2460 Both Days \uff0f \u2461 April 18 (Sat) Only \uff0f \u2462 April 19 (Sun) Only
\u30fbNumber of Participants:
\u30fbName:
\u30fbDate of Birth:
\u30fbAddress:
\u30fbContact Number on Event Day (Mobile Phone):
\u30fbBicycle Rental: Required (Height cm)\uff0fNot Required
\u30fbHelmet Rental: Required\uff0fNot Required
*Please provide the name, date of birth, bicycle rental preference, and helmet rental preference for each participant.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\uff1cCo-hosted by\uff1e<\/strong>
TOYOTA CONIQ, Inc.<\/a>
DAS LAB<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n


\uff1cTour de Nippon Supporters\uff1e<\/strong>
Circles<\/a>
SimWorks<\/a>
POC<\/a>
macpac<\/a>
Brompton<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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