E-BIKE
Use E-BIKE Enjoy your trip even more!
You can enjoy an exhilarating ride through the Yokonami Peninsula, a popular scenic driving course, or take it easy and enjoy shopping and dining while taking in the sights and sounds of the town. E-bikes, which can be driven with little effort and are easy to maneuver, can be freely enjoyed according to your travel plans.
What is E-BIKE?
This is a sports-type electrically power assisted bicycle. It can be used to get around places that are too far to go on foot or too narrow to reach by car. Even if you are not confident in your physical strength, you will not get tired easily.
Takaoka City Cycling MAP
The Great Ginkgo Tree of Kyoma
A large ginkgo tree, standing more than 20 meters tall. It is buried due to the construction of a nearby levee. Originally, there was only one tree. You can see its autumn colors in the beginning of December.
The Hydrangeas of Kamogawa Water Park
In June, around 1,500 hydrangeas bloom over a 1.5km stretch at this popular flower viewing spot.
The Lotuses of Hasuike Park
Here is a great place to view the lotuses. They bloom from late June to early July.
O-Miroku-sama (Maitreya)
It is said that if one develops a wart or boil, visiting this shrine could help cure it, so O-Miroku-sama attracts visitors from far and wide. It is decorated with many toad offerings in reference to the wart-covered Japanese toad.
Sakura Trees Along the Hage River
A famous sakura viewing spot. Many people enjoy taking walks here. The best time for seeing the sakura flowers is in the middle of March.
Kiyotakiji, the 35th Shikoku Pilgrimage Temple
There is a 15 meter tall statue of the Bhaisajyaguru, the buddha able to cure any ailment. The statue was made possible by a contribution from a paper maker in 1933. There is a magnificent ceiling painting in the temple's Deva Gate.
Matsuo Hachiman Shrine
This shrine is known for its gate that is adorned with the image of a phoenix. The gate itself is said to be over 1,100 years old. The road to this shrine is highly recommended.
Usa Cycling MAP
Usao Bridge
The view from this bridge is something to behold. If you look to the East, you may be able to see whale-shaped mountain. Please take a look!
Shoryuji
You must climb up a whopping 170 stone steps to reach this temple. It is known for its sakuras, Japanese magnolias, winter daphnes, and hydrangeas blooming during the spring.
Usashiokaze Park
A park known for its whale statue. Whale watching ships depart from here.
Kanigaike's Plums and Sakuras
At the end of January, the plums will begin to bloom. There is a walking path, so Kanigaike is a very popular place to take a stroll.
Yokonami Skyline
You can view a beautiful ria coastline from this popular driving course.
Niyodo River Estuary
The pure waters from the Niyodo River flow into the Pacific Ocean from here, you can gaze upon both the Niyodo River and Pacific Ocean from this scenic location.
Tosa Ryu Onsen (Sanyoso)
One of the few high quality natural onsens in Kochi, it is a popular place to stay. You can enter the bath without spending the night.
Usage Fee
| Time | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2 hours | 2,500 yen |
| Half day (4 hours) | 4,000 yen |
| 1 day | 6,000 yen |
| Extension (30 minutes) | 500 yen |
Number of units available for rent
Number of units available for rent: 4 units
*Available for those who are at least 150 cm tall.
*Advance reservations are recommended for this service as there are a limited number of spaces available.
lending information
- Bicycle rentals are available from 9:00 to 17:00 (reception 9:00 to 15:00).
- In the event of rain, the rental of the room will not be available. Please understand.
- On the day of rental, you will be required to present identification.
- Rental fee includes insurance and helmet rental fee.
- Collection of rental vehicles will require an additional fee.
(If the responsibility of the association is recognized, there is no charge, but only within Tosa City.)
lending office
Tosa City Tourism Association
1892-7 Kou, Takaoka-cho, Tosa City, Kochi Prefecture, 781-1101
regular closing day
the New Year's holiday
Application due date
Same day payable
(*There is a limit to the number of vehicles available, and some may not be able to be rented depending on reservations.)
Payment Method
Cash and Paypay
Reservations and Inquiries
Tosa City Tourism Association
TEL/088-881-3359
e-mail/info@tosacity-kankou.com
Tosa City Tourism Association
TEL／088-881-3359
e-mail／info@tosacity-kankou.com
E-BIKE
Guided Experience Menu
A secret cave in the tunnel that isn't accessible to the public!
Amasakishonyu Cave Guided Tour Cycling Course
Wait, Amasakishonyu Cave is shortest cave in Japan!? Come visit while cruising around town on bikes!
This cave was discovered when the tunnel was being dug. It is usually off limits. Even among locals, very few people have had the chance to enter this cave. This experience allows you to enter the cave in groups of up to 4 people, in addition to cruising around town on e-bikes.
Enjoy the scenery of the town's famous Gingko tree and waterway, and feel the breeze on a very pleasant bike ride. Comes with delicious bread from the popular bakery Iwago.
Distance approx. 8 km
Start!
Iwago
The Great Ginkgo Tree of Kyoma
The Hydrangeas of Kamogawa Water Park
Amasaki Cave
Local Market Hareta
GOAL!
Experience Menu Overview
- Price: 5,000 yen per person (tax included)-
- Number of participants: 2-4 people
- Time Required: approx. 3 hours
- Rental Period: March-May / October-November
- Registration Deadline: 10 days before the scheduled date
*In the event of poor weather, the tour may be cancelled. Please be aware that the tour may also be cancelled if a guide is not available on the day.
- Contact / Registration
Tosa City Tourism Association
TEL/088-881-3359 e-mail/info@tosacity-kankou.com
Choose between:
Tosa washi workshop tour and washi craft experience.
(Inoue Paper Workshop)
- Cost: 5,000 yen per person (tax included)
What's included: Experience/tour fee, snacks.
- Time Required: 1.5 - 2 hours
- Contact / Registration
Tosa City Tourism Association
TEL/088-881-3359 e-mail/info@tosacity-kankou.com
