Frequently Asked Questions

So, what is it you actually do?

Flashpacking Japan creates personalised self guided cycle tours throughout Japan. We create experiences that suit your cycling ability, the season and your desire for cultural and social interaction. Basically, once you’re there you can roll out the door and, using your phone or cycling specific GPS device, ride the most stunning roads through beautiful and unique Japanese landscapes, right to the front door of your next ryokan hotel or minsyuku.

Accommodation is booked and sourced in Japanese to suit your budget. Asami is responsible for where you sleep and eat and we promise she’ll find you places that Western travellers are rarely able to access. In 2018 we had clients stay at a small guesthouse in Hokkaido that had been open for 140 years and never had non-Japanese guests. An amazing experience for everyone invloved.

Do I need to be a strong cyclist?

No. While Japan is an extremely mountainous country and it’s almost impossible to have a genuinely flat day of cycling, our team are able to create enjoyable experiences for even the novice cyclist.

How much does this all cost?

Our rates vary a little depending on the size of your group and how far out we are from your date of departure. Having your accommodation booked in Japanese generally ends up costing you much less than accommodation aimed specifically at international tourism. Over the last 3 years, including our fee, we’ve come in around 15% under budget on clients trips.

Get in touch with our team to find out more.