The Lake Tazawa Cycling Tour is a ride around the shores of Lake Tazawa, the deepest lake in Japan, and the surrounding rural landscape, synonymous with Akita.
You can enjoy rice balls and rice cakes made from locally grown rice, visit a famous honey store, and take a coffee break with a lakeside view during this two-hour quality experience.
All our bicycles are electric-assist, so even those who aren’t confident in their physical strength can pedal with ease.
Total length of cycling: 9km
Please wear clothes suitable for riding outdoors on bikes.
In case of rain, we may cancel the tour. (A refund will be provided.)
Luggage storage is not available.
To reduce plastic waste, we ask that you bring your own water bottle.
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This cafe and inn serves rice balls made every morning using local rice. Enjoy the rice balls and Akita pickles while looking at the rice paddies and mountains.
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Akita is famous for rice, but the Tazawako region also produces honey.
Hachimitu-ya is a popular gift store, handling honey from Lake Tazawa as well as products from around the world.
Time duration: 30 minutes
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Restaurant and brewery focusing on ingredients from Lake Tazawa and Akita Prefecture.
Enjoy a view of Lake Tazawa from large windows for a relaxing moment.
Time duration: 30 minutes
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Opened this year, this café offers craft colas and rice flour sweets.
The gallery inside features young photographers’ work, making it a mini photo spot.
Time duration: 20 minutes
(Depending on the situation, other employees may be assigned to handle this service.)
Makito Kochihira (Guide name: Mac)
Born in Okinawa and raised in Nepal. Started living in Akita after entering university. After graduation, worked as a community-reactivating cooperator squad in Semboku City. Established Yumeijin Co., Ltd. in 2023.
Mikiya Sugawara (Guide name: Mickey)
Born and raised in Tokyo. Loved Akita since childhood, inspired by time with grandparents. After working in a manufacturer, changed career to become a nature-focused guide.
Daiki Nakada (Guide name: Daiki)
Born in Okinawa. Lived in France (2018–19) and Estonia (2022–23). Loves Akita’s nature and people, guiding with a focus on culture and environment.
Ginji Sugitani (Guide name: Ginji)
Born in Ibaraki, raised in Texas. Lived in Portugal and New Zealand, visited 30 countries. Returned to Akita for a slower lifestyle, passionate about rural culture.
1 minute walk from JR Kakunodate Station
Address:
Inside ORENCHI, 94-7 Nakasugasawa, Kakudate-machi,
Semboku City, Akita Prefecture, 〒014-0368
Phone: 090-4571-7792
Email: info@yumeijin.co.jp
22,000 JPY/person
(Solo travelers must pay for 2 people)
Fee includes:
2 hours in-person guiding
Bicycle rental
Onigiri and pickles set
Coffee and tea at checkpoint
Insurance fee
Available Days: Monday to Saturday
Participants: Private 1–6 people
Available Period: After Golden Week until end of October
Start Time / Duration:
9:30am – 12:00pm
1:30pm – 4:00pm
Meeting Point: Tazawako Rent-a-Cycle
(Pick-up at JR Tazawako Station also available)
Prior payment: Stripe or PayPal
On-site / Invoice: Acceptable
Inform us in advance of dislikes or allergies (vegan, gluten-free, etc.)
Height requirement: 140–190 cm (other heights require prior contact)
4 days prior: Free of charge
3 days prior: 25%
2 days prior: 50%
1 day prior: 90%
Day of tour: 100%
Yumeijin Co., Ltd.
(Access same as above)
Wi-Fi: None
Reservations: Direct or via agent
