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Kyushu volcano loops and Hokkaido flower fields

Loop Kyushu by ferry from Busan through Kagoshima, Nagasaki and Mt. Aso in cherry-blossom season, or circle Daisetsuzan in Hokkaido when the June hills are in flower — with hot springs at the end of the day.

Best season
Apr / Jun
Signature ride
Kyushu loop & Mt. Aso
Terrain
Paved roads, volcanic climbs
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Landmarks & Landscapes

Region groups and ride highlights curated from our routes.

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From the club

Trips we have run

Group trips our riding club has actually run here. Dates and details change each year, so ask us about the next departure.

Hokkaido Daisetsuzan Loop Ride

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Hokkaido Daisetsuzan Loop Ride

A 10-day loop around Daisetsuzan in Hokkaido in June, when the hills are covered in flowers: 7 riding days and a day of sightseeing in Sapporo, with hot springs and Sapporo beer. MTB, road and gravel bikes are all welcome.

  • 10 days
  • Jun
  • Bring your own bike
Last ridden 2023.06Ask about the next departure
Kyushu Loop Ride & Mt. Aso

Past tripAdvanced

Kyushu Loop Ride & Mt. Aso

A cherry-blossom loop of Kyushu, reached by ferry from Busan, through Kagoshima, Nagasaki, Miyazaki, Fukuoka, Saga and Mt. Aso, with sake and hot springs. Open to anyone who enjoys riding; e-bikes were strongly recommended.

  • 10 days
  • Apr
  • Bring your own bike
Last ridden 2023.04Ask about the next departure

Featured courses

Ride-ready GPX routes

Sample ride days. For real itineraries, see the trips above.

0 routes downloadable now, 2 locked for upcoming releases.

Mt. Aso Caldera

#1 • Advanced

Mt. Aso Caldera

The climb onto the Mt. Aso caldera, a highlight of the Kyushu loop.

Terrain: Paved volcanic climb
Daisetsuzan Loop

#2 • Advanced

Daisetsuzan Loop

Riding around Daisetsuzan, Hokkaido's great mountain range, in the June flower season.

Terrain: Paved mountain roads