Our half-day e-bike explorer tour is a fun-filled journey across the plateaus of Oshino and Yamanakako village. This privately guided tour is ideally suited for those who prefer a relaxed way of experiencing the beauty of the foothills of Mt. Fuji. Join us for an incredible adventure through some of the most stunning landscapes this region has to offer.
The e-bikes "Verve+" used on this tour are the latest from TREK. This electric hybrid bike is super comfortable and simple to use, so you can easily ride quicker and farther than ever before.
First stop of the day, Oshino Village, city of Water with multiple springs of clear and pure water of Mt. Fuji. In the area, you will find traditional houses of the countryside, and get a glimpse of the life of locals living with the nature at the foot of Mt. Fuji.
Cycling along a peaceful, slow-moving river, you can feel the serenity of the nature.
Riding through the open-wided countryside with a great view is a special experience!
At Lake Yamanakako we cycle around the lake appreciating a dynamic view of Mt. Fuji that extends in an amazingly close distance.
To complete our adventure we pedal up to Mikuni hill where you can have the view of Mt.Fuji & the lake all to yourself.
Meeting & Introduction Guidance
The guide will explain the tour's itinerary and precautions, as well as how to ride and adjust your e-bike.
Oshino Hakkai and the surrounding townscape Explore the famous Oshino-Hakkai(the eight ponds fed by snow melt from Mt. Fuji) and the surrounding tranquil village and nature that have not been turned into a tourist attraction.
Tasting Tofu the local speciality On the way across the village we take a short break at Kadoya, a long-established Tofu shop where we can enjoy the local speciality, Tofu made with the pure water Mt.Fuji.
Uchino area in Oshino village Following our Tofu break, we will reach a vast field with a large unobstructed view of Mount Fuji. Let's have the wonderful scenery from here all to ourselves for a while.
Hanano Miyako Park Passing by the forest tunnel road called Pure Forest of Harimomi and making our way into Yamanakako Village to visit Hanano Miyako Garden. From the garden, if the timing is right, you can take some great photos of the beautiful flowers and towering Mt.Fuji in front of you.
Lake Yamanaka-ko At Lake Yamanakako we cycle around the lake appreciating a dynamic view of Mt. Fuji that extends in an amazingly close distance.
Lunch at Hoto restaurant Enjoy a noodle dish called Hoto, a local specialty, thick-cutted noodle and lots of seasonal and local vegetables are simmered in a miso-based soup. You will feel the warmth of the land in one rich and tasteful dish. ※There are other dish options such as tempura bowl.
Panorama-Dai Viewpoint at Mikuni Hill Pass We pedal up to the hill,the highlight of this tour adventure where you can see the whole view of Lake Yamanaka. We'll have a coffee and tea break here while taking in the view.
Heading back On the way back, we will also make a half-circle around Lake Yamanaka, and then go back to the same place
Arrived at our first point of departure. This tour ends when we return to the Roadside station Fujiyoshida( Michi no Eki Fujiyoshida)
You’ll find us in front of "mont-bell" at the parking lot. Please be sure to be here at meeting time.
