2h 30m
Guided in Japanese
Private tour
Mobile ticket

Highlights

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.

Inclusions

What's included

Donations to organisations for rice terrace conservation
helmet
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Use of bicycle
Guide

Itinerary

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 min
See Nagaiwa Castle Ruins; Ruins of an ancient mountain castle. (Including time for transportation from/to this spot)
15 min
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 min
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 min
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 min
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 min
Return to BABA Campsite: Located along the river, you can enjoy leisurely camping in beautiful natural surroundings.
10 min