Zodiac Shrines and Naha Backstreets Cycling Tour
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About the Activity
The tour is designed to allow you to experience a little-seen part of Okinawan culture. Cycling around the back alleys of the city with your local guide, you will embark on a pilgrimage to the various Zodiac shrines of Naha and Shuri. You will have the chance to witness modern-day Okinawans observe worship traditions dating all the way back to the Ryukyu Kingdom era. This is your opportunity to experience for yourself shrines, temples, sacred springs, royal mausoleums, and more in the unique Ryukyuan style. If we're lucky, the kami (gods), bodhisattvas, ancestors, etc. may look favorably upon you and your kin! ※If the precipitation probability exceeds 70% or in case of severe weather, we may change plans. In this case, we will contact you the day before.3 hours
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Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Use of bicycle
Food and drink : Snacks. Snacks
Pilgrim's book "Goshuin-cho"
Incom installed cycling helmet
Food and drink : Bottled water. Bottled water
Camera mounts
Mobile phone holder
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Locations in the itinerary
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Please meet at the store near Makishi Monorail Station.
1 minute walk from Makishi Monorail Station.
We will pick up our electric bicycles and give a brief information session so that everyone can enjoy a safe ride.20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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You can see Kannon Bodhisattva, the guardian deity of the Ryukyu Kingdom, as well as beautiful carvings and ornaments. You can look over the cityscape of Shuri from the bright vermilion temple.20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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Pass through the local area of Naha where several traditional houses remain. When you arrive at the temple, which has been practicing Okinawan Buddhism for over 500 years, you will be greeted by an ancient gate and a large banyan tree.
◎Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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This is the special ceremonial gate that symbolizes Okinawa. You can take a photo with your bicycle in front of the gate, which has an eye-catching vermilion color and well-balanced design.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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This temple is visited by many devotees who make pilgrimages to pray for good health and pregnancy while giving thanks for their current life. It’s a must-see temple given the bright red daruma dolls and captivating beauty of the torii gates.
◎Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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Cross the main street and pass through the monorail that runs above you in mid-air, and you will suddenly arrive at a temple with a sacred atmosphere. Next to the new temple, rebuilt after the war, an ancient Japanese Jizo statue stands warmly greeting visitors.20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
As you wander down nostalgic roads that can only be accessed by bicycle, the aroma of rice malt wafts through the air. Surrounded by stone walls that remained intact during the war, the traditional, tiled factory will make you feel as if you have traveled back in time.View Location
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This is a miraculous spring where water was discovered deep in the forest after an Okinawan princess noticed waterfowl were nearby. You can feel a historical connection that exists to this day in the water that continues to flow.
◎Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
Meeting and Pickup
Starting point
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Meet us at our e-CHARITY shop nearby the Makishi Monorail station. It's a 1 min walk from Makishi Monorail station.View Location
End point
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Meet us at our e-CHARITY shop nearby the Makishi Monorail station. It's a 1 min walk from Makishi Monorail station.View Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children aged 1 to 5 can have a child seat attached to the parent's bicycle. Please consult the staff for more information.
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- Japanese
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Asia/Tokyo time to receive 100% refund.
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