Explore the scenery of the satoyama countryside on an e-bike and have a traditional satoyama experience

"Go beyond the tourist areas of Nikko and experience the scenery of the satoyama countryside with its pure water and mountains. You’ll encounter real daily life in the villages with their rice terraces and clear streams.Nikko is famous for its abundant nature and rich culture. Behind this is the traditional knowledge of the people living there, which has been kept alive through cooperation, love of the community, and living with close ties to the natural environment.

The Nikko Mountains have long been revered as divine, and the Otani River that flows from them has fed the rice fields of Nikko’s people, enriching their lives.The rice you’ll have for lunch is carefully grown using that pure water and the natural slope of the area for Nikko’s terraced rice fields. You’ll also have the chance to visit local farmers' homes and enjoy chatting with them about rice and the community.

Cycling the UNESCO World Heritage Area → Nikko city center → Light off-road cycling along the Daiya River → Scenic spot with great views of the Nikko Mountains → Satoyama countryside walk in Kobyaku, Nikko → Meal at an old farmhouse → Cycling Nikko's Guinness-certified cedar avenue.*Planned riding distance: about 33 km; We’ll be using e-bikes for an enjoyable and less tiring ride."