Kurashiki Bikan Cycling Tour by Brompton

Enjoy a guided cycling tour around the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter by Brompton bike. This tour offers a fun and flexible way to explore Kurashiki’s historic streets, riverside scenery, and local charm. Choose Your Favorite Stops For the Basic Plan, guests choose two stops from Kurashiki Folkcraft Museum, Ohara Museum of Art, Ohara House, Momotaro Karakuri Museum, or a backstreet tour. Flexible Tour Options Optional plans include a local lunch option, a weekend Tea Terrace experience with matcha grinding, matcha and sweets, and an igusa craft experience. Different Stops by Plan The Basic Plan and Lunch option include two selected Basic Plan stops. The Tea Terrace and Igusa Experience options include one selected Basic Plan stop after the experience. Rainy Day Walking Tour On rainy days, the tour will be conducted on foot instead of by Brompton bike, so guests can still enjoy the area safely.

1. 1

   Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter

   10 min

   This is the main area of the tour. Your guide will introduce the beautiful white-walled streets, the Kurashiki River area, local history, photo spots, and hidden backstreets. Guests will travel by Brompton bike when the weather allows. On rainy days, the tour will be conducted on foot. Please note: The Basic Tour includes two selected stops from the listed options. Lunch, Tea Terrace, and Igusa Experience stops are included only when the corresponding option is selected.

2. 2

   Kurashiki Folkcraft Museum

   30 min

   This is one of the selectable stops for the Basic Tour. Guests will visit Kurashiki Folkcraft Museum only if it is chosen as one of the two included stops. Your guide will take you there and introduce the surrounding area as part of the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter tour.

3. 3

   Ohara Museum of Art

   30 min

   This is one of the selectable stops for the Basic Tour. Guests will visit the Ohara Museum of Art only if it is selected as one of the two included stops. Your guide will take you to the museum and share information about the area and its cultural background. If you would like to spend more time at the Ohara Museum of Art beyond the guided tour time, it is possible to end the guided tour inside the museum when the scheduled time is over. You may then continue enjoying the museum on your own as a self-guided visit.

4. 4

   Oharake House Katalyzer

   30 min

   This is one of the selectable stops for the Basic Tour. Guests will visit Ohara House only if it is chosen as one of the two included stops. Your guide will take you there and explain the area’s traditional atmosphere and local history. This stop includes one drink: matcha or coffee.

5. 5

   Momotarou-no-Karakuri-Hakubutsukan

   30 min

   This is one of the selectable stops for the Basic Tour. Guests will visit the Momotaro Karakuri Museum only if it is selected as one of the two included stops. This stop is a fun option for guests who are interested in Japanese folklore and unique local attractions.

6. 6

   Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter

   30 min

   This is one of the selectable experiences for the Basic Tour. Guests will enjoy this backstreet tour only if it is chosen as one of the two included stops. Your guide will take you through quiet alleys, local streets, and hidden photo spots that many visitors miss.

7. 7

   Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter

   Pass by

   Lunch This stop is included only with the Lunch option. Your guide will take you to a recommended local restaurant, such as a soba noodle shop, udon restaurant, or another casual local favorite. After lunch, the tour continues with the same experience as the Basic Tour, including two selected stops in the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter.

8. 8

   Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter

   Pass by

   Tea Terrace This stop is included only with the Tea Terrace option, available on weekends. Guests will visit Tea Terrace for a hands-on matcha powder grinding experience, followed by matcha and sweets at the cafe. After this experience, the tour continues with the same experience as the Basic Tour, including two selected stops in the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter.

9. 9

   Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter

   Pass by

   Igusa Experience This stop is included only with the Igusa Experience option. Guests will enjoy a hands-on igusa experience before continuing the tour. After the experience, the tour continues with the same experience as the Basic Tour, including two selected stops in the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Participants must be at least 140 cm tall

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.