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3-Hour Highlights, Bike Or E-Bike
Tokyo: 3-Hour Bike/E-Bike Tour of the City's Highlights
from $61.54 per person
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- Duration
- 3 hours
- Meeting point
- Statue of Commodore Perry
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Run by
- TRB BIKE TOUR
Overview
This three-hour ride with TRB BIKE TOUR starts beside the Commodore Perry statue in Shiba Park and finishes near the old Okido gatehouse in Shinjuku, covering a wide stretch of central Tokyo. Riders use a regular bicycle or an e-bike, and several reviewers who chose the pedal-assist option said it made the uphill stretches much easier. Every stop along the way is free to enter, and a guide narrates in English or Japanese.
The route strings together Zojo-ji temple, the Imperial Palace, Tokyo Station's Marunouchi square, Sakurada-mon gate, the Akasaka State Guesthouse, the grave of Professor Ueno and his dog Hachiko, the Meiji Jingu Baseball Stadium, and the Japan National Stadium. One traveller called the Hachiko grave the highlight of the whole ride. Another said the tour took them to hidden treasures a tourist would rarely see.
It suits reasonably active visitors who want broad coverage of the city in one ride. The listing flags it as private, so only one group rides together, and guides get frequent praise for watching the group's pace and safety. A mini pouch on each bike holds a phone, wallet and keys, and bike insurance is included. Helmets are not, though they can be rented on the day for ¥1000 in cash.
From$61.54 per person
Duration3 hours
Rating4.9 from 980 reviews
What's Included
Included
- Use of bicycle
- In-person guide: English, Japanese
- Mini pouch (on the bike for phone, wallet, key etc.)
- Bike insurance
Not Included
- Food and drink
- Helmet
Run byTRB BIKE TOUR
Itinerary
- Meet at Commodore Perry statueThe guide waits at the Shiba Park Memorial stone sculpture next to the Family Mart in Shibakoen, Minato City.
- Zojo-ji temple, 5 minutesA short first stop at the temple in Shibakoen.
- Imperial Palace, 15 minutesA stop at the palace grounds in central Tokyo.
- Tokyo Station Marunouchi square, 10 minutesA stop at Tokyo Station Marunouchi Ekimae Hiroba.
- Sakurada-mon gate, 10 minutesA stop at Sakurada-mon Gate.
- Akasaka Palace, 5 minutesA quick look at the State Guesthouse.
- Hachiko and Professor Ueno grave, 10 minutesA stop at the grave of Professor Ueno and Hachiko.
- Meiji Jingu Baseball Stadium, 3 minutesA brief stop at the stadium.
- Japan National Stadium, 15 minutesA stop at the Japan National Stadium, with the Olympic symbol passed by near Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden.
- Finish near ShinjukuThe tour ends at the old Okido gatehouse location in Naitomachi, Shinjuku, about a 15-minute walk from Shinjuku Station.
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What To Expect From The Tour
A few practical points from the listing and from repeated reviewer comments will help you prepare for this ride.
- Fitness and pace. The listing asks for moderate physical fitness and says the total duration includes riding time between stops. Reviewers describe the effort as steady but never too difficult, and one rider in their sixties reported having a great time. E-bikes are available and several travellers recommended them.
- Cash for helmets. Helmet rental costs ¥1000 and must be paid in cash on the activity date. Helmets are not included in the tour price, so bring yen if you want one.
- Weather matters. The tour requires good weather, and poor conditions can mean cancellation. In that case the operator offers a different date or a full refund. One reviewer rode through heat, humidity and intermittent rain and still enjoyed it, but check the forecast.
- Arrive early. Tours depart on schedule and late arrivals are treated as no-shows with no refund or rescheduling. The meeting point is the guide waiting at the Shiba Park Memorial sculpture next to the Family Mart. Give yourself time to find it.
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- Food and drink. Food and drink are not included, so eat beforehand or carry water. One reviewer said their guide recommended restaurants at the end of the ride and the suggestions were spot on.
- Riding in the city. If you prefer an easier ride, several travellers recommended the e-bike option.
Common issues. A few honest limits come up. The listing says the tour is not wheelchair accessible, is not recommended for pregnant travellers or those with back problems, and is not recommended for participants under 150 cm tall. Food, drink and helmets are excluded, with helmet rental at ¥1000 in cash. The operator may also refuse participation at the starting point if riding seems difficult or dangerous, with no refund in that case. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start receive no refund.
Common Questions
What Is Included In The Tour Price?
The tour includes use of a bicycle, an in-person guide speaking English and Japanese, a mini pouch on the bike for your phone, wallet and keys, and bike insurance. Food and drink are not included, and helmets are excluded.
Where Does The Tour Meet And End?
You meet the guide at the Commodore Perry statue in Shiba Park, by the Shiba Park Memorial stone sculpture next to the Family Mart. The tour ends at the old Okido gatehouse location in Naitomachi, Shinjuku, about a 15-minute walk from Shinjuku Station. The listing does not state pickup, so check the booking page if you need transport to the meeting point.
Is A Helmet Included?
No. Helmets are not included but can be rented for ¥1000, and you need to bring cash on the activity date to pay for the rental.
Can Children Or People With Limited Mobility Join?
The listing says the tour is not wheelchair accessible and is not recommended for participants under 150 cm tall. It also requires a moderate level of physical fitness. One reviewer reported that their active 12-year-old had a good time, but check the restrictions on the booking page before booking for younger riders.
What Is The Cancellation Policy?
You get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start are not refunded or accepted. If the operator cancels for severe weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
Should I Choose A Regular Bike Or An E-Bike?
Both options exist on this tour. Several reviewers who picked the e-bikes said they were fantastic on the uphill sections and recommended pedal assist, especially for the consistent stretches of riding across the city.
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