from Shirojiri
to Kyoto
E-Bike: 9h 06 / day
Bike: 12h 04 / day
From the alpine heights of the Kiso Valley to the cultural soul of Japan: this epic 334km / 208mi bikepacking tour takes you along ancient samurai paths from Shiojiri straight into Kyoto. The historic route seamlessly blends challenging mountain passes with pristine lakeside and valley riding. Cycling past the beautifully preserved wooden post towns of Narai-juku and Magome-juku, the trail crosses the legendary Sekigahara pass before opening up onto the massive shoreline of Lake Biwa. Following the densely forested Saba Kaido trade route through the peaceful Ohara Valley, you finish in the vibrant heart of the old imperial capital. With 2,720m of elevation gain, it is a rewarding journey of rich history and pure cycling flow. Cut out the tedious planning and endless open browser tabs. Rogonneur radically reduces complexity, bringing curated tracks, bike-friendly hotels, and seamless logistics together in one spot. Less friction, more adventure. Create a free account now and start your
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334 km
Medium
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2 days
228 km2,114 m
106 km606 m
Travel to start
You have several good options for arrival: Shiojiri Station by train or Matsumoto Airport by flight or Sawando Bus Terminal by coach. Choose the one that fits your origin and bike setup best.
Major rail hub
Shiojiri Station, 0 km · about 5 min by public transport
Travel from finish
You have several good options for leaving the tour: Kyōto Station by train or Kitaoji BusTerminal by coach. Choose the one that works best for your next destination and bike setup.
Major rail hub
Kyōto Station, 4 km · about 30 min by public transport
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