Tour Ukiha on a rental bicycle in the clear air to appreciate the refreshing sensation. Enjoy the natural scenery and famous spots with a guide.
[Full woodland enjoyment course] A nature ride beginning with the superb view of Tsuzura Rice Terrace and sweeping through the mountains. Encountering beautiful scenery and visiting Ukiha’s famous spots with a guide also lets you learn about the area’s history and culture.
[What are the Tsuzura Terraced Rice Fields?] Terraced rice fields are paddies created on steep slopes such as mountainsides and are laid out in a staircase fashion. They were built around 400 years ago on walls piled up with stones from the mountains.
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in Japanese
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in Japanese
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Donations to organisations for rice terrace conservation
helmet
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Use of bicycle
Guide
Meeting Points
Departure
1344 Ukihamachi Tagomori
We could meet at BABA Campground.
Return
Important Information
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Most travelers can participate
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Not wheelchair accessible
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This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
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Infants must sit on laps
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Tour Ukiha on a rental bicycle in the clear air to appreciate the refreshing sensation. Enjoy the natural scenery and famous spots with a guide.
[Full woodland enjoyment course] A nature ride beginning with the superb view of Tsuzura Rice Terrace and sweeping through the mountains. Encountering beautiful scenery and visiting Ukiha’s famous spots with a guide also lets you learn about the area’s history and culture.
[What are the Tsuzura Terraced Rice Fields?] Terraced rice fields are paddies created on steep slopes such as mountainsides and are laid out in a staircase fashion. They were built around 400 years ago on walls piled up with stones from the mountains.
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in Japanese
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in Japanese
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Donations to organisations for rice terrace conservation
helmet
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Use of bicycle
Guide
Meeting Points
Departure
1344 Ukihamachi Tagomori
We could meet at BABA Campground.
Return
Itinerary
1
Tsuzura Rice Terrace
Nestled between the mountain slopes, the Tsuzura Rice Terraces cover an area of 7 hectares and are made from 300 slabs of stone.
Also, stop at Ya-Ho Plaza, an observation deck where you can look out over the beautiful terraced fields. If you shout "Ya-ho!", you will hear an echo.
(Including time for transportation from/to this spot)
40 minutes
2
3025 Ukihamachi Niikawa
See Nagaiwa Castle Ruins; Ruins of an ancient mountain castle.
(Including time for transportation from/to this spot)
15 minutes
3
1368 Ukihamachi Tagomori
Stop at Tagomorisuwa Shrine: Here, the “Kayu Uranai Ritual (Japanese Shinto divination ritual using rice gruel)” is carried out to predict the year’s harvest based on the color and growth of mold on rice gruel.
(Including time for transportation from/to this spot)
20 minutes
4
383-1 Ukihamachi Tagomori
Visit at Hirakawa Family Residence: A farmhouse with a uniquely shaped roof built around 300 years ago. It is designated as a National Important Cultural Property.
(Including time for transportation from/to this spot)
20 minutes
5
729 Ukihamachi Tagomori
Take a short break near Kominka Shimebaru: This is a 150-year-old house with beautiful earth walls and cedar-thatched roofs. It is also used as an accommodation facility.
(Including time for transportation from/to this spot)
15 minutes
6
719 Ukihamachi Tagomori
Pass a restaurant located in Ukiha city near the prefectural border and visit Yunoki Oimatsu Shrine: The shrine is located just over the prefectural border in Hita City, Oita Prefecture. The two grand cedar trees in front of the hall of worship are a sight to see.
(Including time for transportation from/to this spot)
30 minutes
7
1344 Ukihamachi Tagomori
Return to BABA Campsite: Located along the river, you can enjoy leisurely camping in beautiful natural surroundings.
