Category Archives: Japan Biking

Buildings – Barbecue – Cranes – Zen – Onsen

Posted on 7 November 2011 by admin

A splendid Japan trip brought the Dierick family to Kyushu for 3 days. First they visited Fukuoka for a rewarding architecture tour, see the picture report here. They hopped on the brand new shinkansen to Izumi for a delightful farm … Continue reading →

Posted in Guests, Japan Biking | Comments Off on Buildings – Barbecue – Cranes – Zen – Onsen

Cranes and Kyoto Prize

Posted on 4 November 2011 by admin

Lorie & Doug visited Japan to attend the Presentation Ceremony of the 2011 Kyoto Prize awarded to Lorie’s father Dr. John Werner Cahn. As avid birdwatchers, they also ventured out to Izumi to admire the thousands of cranes that winter … Continue reading →

Posted in Guests, Japan Biking | Comments Off on Cranes and Kyoto Prize

Road secrets

Posted on 16 June 2011 by admin

Newsbit from Jennifer: “We’ve found some great ice cream and Japanese pizza places that you might want to include on your tours. We’ll include that information in our full report :)” Can’t wait…

Posted in Guests, Japan Biking | Comments Off on Road secrets

News from Jennifer & Machiel

Posted on 10 June 2011 by admin

Hi Thomas! We are on Shikoku – Shimanto city. Did you know the city halls have libraries with free internet use? 🙂 We did find the Dutch guy. Unfortunately he was an older fellow and not very sociable. I think … Continue reading →

Posted in Guests, Japan Biking | Comments Off on News from Jennifer & Machiel

Braving tsuyu

Posted on 28 May 2011 by admin

Tsuyu rainy season started early this year. And as if this wasn’t enough, an out-of-season taifun struck our Kyushu shores. In the middle of it all, Jennifer & Machiel headed out on their epic 4 week journey to Kyoto. Our … Continue reading →

Posted in Guests, Japan Biking | Comments Off on Braving tsuyu

Amakusa Recon

Posted on 19 May 2011 by admin

Two flats (well, actually only one, being badly repaired at first) and a time trial to the ferry in Kuranomoto. Oompf, JIT. Meet up with George, our man in Ushibuka. Some serious drafting derny style behind his Cub to highlights … Continue reading →

Posted in Japan Biking | Comments Off on Amakusa Recon

Windows to Japan

Posted on 4 May 2011 by admin

During Golden Week, Avi & Wendy from Windows to Japan visited Izumi, kids & mother-in-law in tow. WtJ is a Kyoto based high end travel agency. The Lugasi’s enjoyed a wonderful farm stay at Utoku’s. Once Sheizaf, Yehonathan & Michiko … Continue reading →

Posted in Guests, Izumi, Japan Biking | Comments Off on Windows to Japan

Cherry Blossom Tour canceled

Posted on 24 March 2011 by admin

Due to the earthquake and aftermath this April’s Cherry Blossom Tour got canceled. Which is a true pity, because the cherry blossom timing is excellent and the weather fantastic. Hope to see you next year !

Posted in Japan Biking | Comments Off on Cherry Blossom Tour canceled

Kyushu Onsen Recon

Posted on 18 March 2011 by admin

From Monday to Friday, Yuko & I went on a road trip to prospect our new Kyushu Onsen Tour. And it must be said, we once again discovered some true gems along the way: marvellous Jigoku Onsen in the shade … Continue reading →

Posted in Japan Biking | Comments Off on Kyushu Onsen Recon

Off to Belgium to see some snow !

Posted on 17 December 2010 by admin

For the coming month, our base of operations will be in Belgium. No worry, they might not have a government but they do have internet there.

Posted in Japan Biking, Travel | Comments Off on Off to Belgium to see some snow !