Ninja Tours : Japan Motorcycle Touring

Motorcycle Tours of Japan with English Support
Japan motorcycle tour Kyoto Shikoku Hiroshima Tokyo
NEW! Hiroshima, Kyoto, Matsumoto, Mt. Fuji, etc Balanced Tour 15 Days/14 Nights: An Amazing Balanced Riding Adventure through the Heartland of Japan with DELUXE accommodations!
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An absolutely amazing 15 day tour through central and southern Japan, including multiple evenings in Hiroshima and Kyoto.

Stay at some of our favorite ryokan hot springs resorts to recharge each night, and enjoy the delicious local delicacies.
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Tokyo to Matsumoto, Fukui, Maizuru, Misasa Onsen, Hiroshima (2 nights), Ehime, Kagawa, Kyoto (2 nights), Toba, Shimizu, Shuzenji, Mt. Fuji, and back to Tokyo.
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Tokyo to Matsumoto
Day 1
After a bit of easy street riding to get used to your motorcycle, you will be leaving Tokyo on a brief stretch of highway. First-timer to Japan, and can't read any Japanese traffic signs? No worries! We set up your navigation unit with a special set of waypoints that guide you out of the city in the easiest to understand way, using the least crowded roads.

As you leave Tokyo in your rear view mirror your route will travel along the Chuo expressway passing by Mt.Fuji (stop for a photo )and continue onwards towards Nagano and Lake Suwa. Leaving the expressway behind at Suwa you are heading for the hills and up to Mt Kirigamine. Stop for a quick coffee at Kirigamine Rest area before turning onto the famous Venus Line heading towards Tabira Pass and on to Utsukushigarhara rest area which is at 2000m and offers great views, good coffee and ice cream.

Continue on along the Venus Line and turn onto the Utsukushigahara Skyline which is a fun narrow winding mountain road heading to Misuzu Lake. From Misuzu Lake, the route continues down hill towards Matsumoto. Stop for some brief sightseeing and photos at Matsumoto Castle before continuing on to your Ryokan Hotel which is about 10 minutes riding from the castle.
Japan Motorcycle tour ninjatours Matsumoto mountain view from parking rest area
Japan Motorcycle tour ninjatours Matsumoto mountain view from parking rest area
Japan Motorcycle tour ninjatours Matsumoto mountain view and curvy roads
Japan Motorcycle tour ninjatours Matsumoto mountain view with beautiful sky
Accommodations: DELUXE class accommodations included with Dinner and Breakfast served! (Standard or Superior accommodations available at modified cost)
Japan Motorcycle tour ryokan Matsumoto external view
Japan Motorcycle tour ryokan Matsumoto bedroom with terrace
Japan Motorcycle tour ryokan Matsumoto
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Day 2
Matsumoto to Fukui
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Leaving your hotel the route heads towards Takayama and the Southern Alps along the Nomugi Highway, a beautiful scenic cruise, past Mountain Lakes and passes, past Mt. Norikura and on to Takayama. Stop for a quick look at the Historic old town, before continuing on the Historic Shirakawago Village, a World Heritage site. It is well worth spending a little time here.

Leaving Shirakawago, head to the famous Shirakawago White Line, an amazing road with awesome scenery which is open only for a very limited time each year. Continue on to Tojinbo, a famous scenic spot on the Sea of Japan coastline, and then onwards along the coastline to your beautiful seaside hotel in Echizen Village.

Total Distance is about 310km and it will take approx 5.0hrs
Japan motorcycle tour ninjatours Kuzaryu valley mountain roads in autumn
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Accommodations: DELUXE class accommodations included with Dinner and Breakfast served! (Standard or Superior accommodations available at modified cost)
Japan motorcycle tour ninjatours ryokan Fukui bedroom
Japan motorcycle tour ninjatours ryokan Fukui onsen hot springs indoor
Japan motorcycle tour ninjatours ryokan Fukui dinner kaiseki
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Fukui to Maizuru
Day 3
Your ride today is coastal cruising along the Sea of Japan to Mikatagoko (Five Lakes) area, which includes an attractive ride with some great sightseeing and photo spots.

Ride along the Mikatago Rainbow Line, a scenic route winding between the lakes and coastal mountains and on toward Maizuru. Stop for a break and take some photos at Maizuru or Amanohashidate before continuing on to your seaside hotel.

Total distance today is approx 230km, and it will take about 4.0 hours riding time.
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Accommodations: DELUXE class accommodations included with Dinner and Breakfast served! (Standard or Superior accommodations available at modified cost)
Japan motorcycle tour ninjatours Maizuru ryokan bedroom
Japan motorcycle tour ninjatours Maizuru ryokan onsen hot springs bath
Japan motorcycle tour ninjatours Maizuru ryokan kaiseki dinner
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Day 4
Maizuru to Misasa Onsen
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From your hotel, today's course takes you by Funaya, a beautiful seaside fishing port famous for its boathouses and scenery. Continue along the coastline past Kyoga Misaki Lighthouse to Yuhigaura Onsen and on to the coastal fishing port of Kasumi. As the ride continues along past the Tottori Sand Dunes, stop for a break at the waypointed coffee shop.

After continuing past Lake Koyama and Lake Togo, you will be done with coastal riding for today, and your course veers inland towards Mt. Daisen. The Oyama loop road is a twisty mountain road with some great views and it’s a fun ride. Your route then continues along easy cruising country roads to your secluded onsen hotel.

Total distance is approx 330km and will take about 5 hours of riding.
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Accommodations: DELUXE class accommodations included with Dinner and Breakfast served! (Standard or Superior accommodations available at modified cost)
Japan motorcyle tour ninjatours ryokan bedroom Izumo
Japan motorcyle tour ninjatours onsen hot springs bath Izumo
Japan motorcyle tour ninjatours ryokan bedroom Izumo
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Misasa Onsen to Hiroshima
Day 5 / Day 6
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From your mountainside hotel, your ride today will take you to Matsue Castle and on along the shores of Lake Shinji to Japan's most famous temple complex, Izumo-Taisha. From here, your ride will take you from the Sea of Japan to the inland sea and Hiroshima.

Total distance is approx 230km and it will take about 3.5-4.0 hours.
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Japan motorcycle tours ninjatours hiroshima Izumo Taisha
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Accommodations: DELUXE class accommodations included with Dinner and Breakfast served! (Standard or Superior accommodations available at modified cost)
Japan motorcycle tours ninjatours hiroshima waterfront hotel
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Japan motorcycle tours ninjatours hiroshima waterfront hotel onsen hot springs bath
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Day 7
Hiroshima to Ehime
Leaving Hiroshima, you will run along the expressway and on to Shikoku via Shimanami Kaido. It's a scenic road which runs along an island chain linking Honshu to Imabari on Shikoku. It might be a gross understatement to simply call this a scenic ride!

Stop at Imabari Castle for a brief rest and then continue along easy cruising mountain roads past Lake Tamagawa and Lake Shrasagi to Dogo Onsen. From there, its a trip along the Sawatari River valley to your mountain hotel in Uchiko.

Total distance is approx. 250km and it will take 4.5-5.0 hrs riding time.
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Accommodations: DELUXE class accommodations included with Dinner and Breakfast served! (Standard or Superior accommodations available at modified cost)
Japan Motorcycle tour ninjatours Ehime deluxe ryokan bedroom
Japan Motorcycle tour ninjatours Ehime deluxe ryokan onsen hot springs
Japan Motorcycle tour ninjatours Ehime deluxe ryokan bedroom
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Ehime to Kagawa
Day 8
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Today's ride is amazing: all mountain roads, with options for riding very intense sections for those looking for an extra challenge.

The course winds it way along the tops of a mountain range via a series of mountain passes and up to Mt Tsurugi. Stop for a look at some of the famous vine bridges when you need a rest break.

The roads are great and the scenery is spectacular. From Mount Tsurugi, the route winds down to your mountain hotel in the Kagawa area.

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Japan Motorcycle rental ninjatours Kagawa Mt Tsurugi winter roadside in the mountains
Accommodations: DELUXE class accommodations included with Dinner and Breakfast served! (Standard or Superior accommodations available at modified cost)
Japan motorcycle tours ninjatours Kagawa bedroom deluxe accommodations
Japan motorcycle tours ninjatours Kagawa bedroom deluxe accommodations dinner kaiseki
Japan motorcycle tours ninjatours Kagawa bedroom deluxe accommodations onsen ryokan
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Day 9 / Day 10
Kagawa to Kyoto
Leaving your hotel today, you will head up towards Mt. Tsurugi and then ride down the spectacular winding Akui River valley road. Once you reach the valley floor, the road continues on towards Tokushima.

This is one of our favorite morning rides. As the road winds down the to the lower valley, it becomes an easy cruise to Tokushima where you will join the expressway crossing over the Onaruto Bridge to Awaji Island. Stop at the Awaji rest area for a short break and some photos of the Akashi Kaikyo bridge. The route will then bypass the city of Kobe, continuing on to your ryokan hotel in Kyoto.

Total distance today is approx 320km and it will take about 5.5 hrs.

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Japan motorcycle tour ninjatours Kyoto Fushimi Inari red torii gates
Accommodations: DELUXE class accommodations included with Dinner and Breakfast served! (Standard or Superior accommodations available at modified cost)
Japan motorcycle tour ninjatours Kyoto beautiful ryokan buinding
Japan motorcycle tour ninjatours Kyoto Japanese style bedroom ryokan
Japan motorcycle tour ninjatours Kyoto Japanese style bedroom ryokan kaiseki dinner
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Kyoto to Toba
Day 11
Japan Motorcycle Tour Ninjatours Toba Ise Jingu Shrine
After enjoying the historic sites in Kyoto, you will head for the pretty seaside town of Toba on the Mie Peninsula. Ride along the famous Suzuka Skyline to Yunohama Onsen, and continue on to the Ise Jingu Shrine, set in the hills above Toba. Ise Jingu is certainly worth a stop for some great sightseeing and photos. You can very easily enjoy a couple of hours here.

Continue on to the Ise Shima Skyline, which is a fun road along the mountain ridges leading to to Toba. From there, continue along the Pearl Route to your seaside hotel. There are some very interesting places to visit in Toba, including things like the world's first commercial pearl diving facility and other attractions.

Total distance today is approx 250km and it should take about 4hrs. For those looking for a more adventurous ride, we do have a more intense option.

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Japan Motorcycle Tour Ninjatours Toba oceanside mountain view
Accommodations: DELUXE class accommodations included with Dinner and Breakfast served! (Standard or Superior accommodations available at modified cost)
Japan motorcycle tours ninjatours Toba ryokan bedroom view
Japan motorcycle tours ninjatours Toba ryokan onsen hot springs
Japan motorcycle tours ninjatours Toba ryokan dinner kasiseki ryori
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Day 12
Toba to Shimizu
Your day starts with a brief ride to the Toba Ferry Terminal to catch the Isewan Ferry heading for Irago Port. It is a pleasant trip across a sheltered bay with nice views, and will take about an hour and a half.

From Irago Port, your route runs along the peninsula heading towards Lake Hamana. From Hamana you will take a quick run along the expressway towards Numazu, and then proceed along the coastline to your seaside hotel. Enjoy the great views of Mt Fuji across Suruga Bay!

Total distance is approx 310km and it will take about 5 hrs, including the ferry trip.

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Japan motorcycle tour ninjatours Shimizu mt fuji view with ferry
Accommodations: DELUXE class accommodations included with Dinner and Breakfast served! (Standard or Superior accommodations available at modified cost)
Japan motorcycle tour ninjatours Shimizu ryokan deluxe bedroom traditional japanese
Japan motorcycle tour ninjatours Shimizu ryokan beautiful building view at afternoon
Japan motorcycle tour ninjatours Shimizu onsen hot springs with lake view
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Shimizu to Shuzenji
Day 13
Japan Motorcycle Tours ninjatours Shuzenji tre lined narrow road
Today's ride is one of my favorites: a very twisty road along the coastline of Suruga Bay. The road is very challenging, but road surfaces are very good, and the scenery is great. There are many photo spots along the way, and I am sure you will enjoy it. Continue past Cape Ose and on to the seaside town of Toi.

We recommend a stop at the Toi Gold Mine before continuing on along the coastline. From there, you will turn inland towards the mountains, and on to the Nishi Izu Skyline. This twisting mountain road winds its way along the ridges toward Darumayama, yet another fun ride with good surfaces and great views. From here it is a short ride to the beautiful onsen village of Shuzenji, which is worth taking some time to explore. From Shuzenji, it is a short ride from here to your riverside accommodations for tonight.

Total distance is about 220 km and it will take about 4 hrs riding time.

Japan Motorcycle Tours ninjatours Shuzenji tree lined sidewalk
Japan Motorcycle Tours ninjatours Shuzenji temple
Accommodations: DELUXE class accommodations included with Dinner and Breakfast served! (Standard or Superior accommodations available at modified cost)
Japan Motorcycle Tours ninjatours Shuzenji ryokan bedroom
Japan Motorcycle Tours ninjatours Shuzenji ryokan onsen hot springs
Japan Motorcycle Tours ninjatours Shuzenji ryokan kaiseki ryori
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Day 14
Shuzenji to Mt. Fuji
Lots of fun riding again, starting with the Izu Skyline, a winding mountain road that runs along the Izu peninsula. Not only can you enjoy some great views of the Izu Peninsula, but there are some great views of Mt. Fuji as well. After an hour or so, you will arrive at Lake Ashinoko and the town of Hakone.

Stop for a break at a lakeside cafe and continue along the Ashinoko Skyline, another fun mountain top road and on towards Mt. Fuji. Ride along the Fuji Evergreen line and up to the Mt. Fuji Southern Viewing Station. Take in the amazing view before continuing past Lake Motosuko and the Narusawa Ice Caves, before reaching your hotel on the shores of Lake Kawaguchi.

Total distance is about 230km and it will take about 4.5hrs riding time.
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Japan Motorcycle Tours ninjatours mt fuji intense riding on narrow tree lined roads
Accommodations: DELUXE class accommodations included with Dinner and Breakfast served! (Standard or Superior accommodations available at modified cost)
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Mt. Fuji to Tokyo
Day 15
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You can have a relaxed start to the day by enjoying some of the many sightseeing attractions around Mt.Fuji.

After lunch, you can follow some nice winding roads to Lake Sagami, and then back on to the expressway to Tokyo.

Distance is approx. 150km and it will take 2 to 3 hrs depending on road conditions.
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Price List and Motorcycle Selection

All prices INCLUDE 14 total nights DELUXE accommodations (with dinner and breakfast) , motorcycle rental with insurance, pre-programmed English navi unit, ETC Card rental and luggage. Additional charges and /or toll fees may apply. Appropriate riding wear required (helmets, jackets, gloves etc. available for hire.)

Yamaha Tracer 900 GT ABS
(Includes top box and panniers)

Ninjatours Japan motorcycle tours Yamaha Tracer 900 GT ABS

Solo rider* x Yen
Rider with Pillion xx Yen
Includes Insurance, DELUXE Accommodations, Dinner and Breakfast.

BMW R1250-W GS Trophy ESA ABS
(Includes top box and panniers)

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Solo rider* x Yen
Rider with Pillion xx Yen
Includes Insurance, DELUXE Accommodations, Dinner and Breakfast.

BMW R1300 GS Touring ABS
(Includes top box and panniers)

Ninjatours Japan motorcycle tours Aprilia Caponord 1200 Travel Pack ABS

Solo rider* x Yen
Rider with Pillion xx Yen
Includes Insurance, DELUXE Accommodations, Dinner and Breakfast.

BMW 900 XR ESA ABS
(Includes top box and panniers)

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Solo rider* x Yen
Rider with Pillion xx Yen
Includes Insurance, DELUXE Accommodations, Dinner and Breakfast.

BMW R1200 GS ESA ABS
(Includes top box and panniers)

Ninjatours Japan motorcycle tours BMW R1200 GS Exclusive ABS

Solo rider* x Yen
Rider with Pillion xx Yen
Includes Insurance, DELUXE Accommodations, Dinner and Breakfast.

BMW F850 GS Premium Line ABS
(Includes top box and panniers)

Ninjatours Japan motorcycle tours BMW F850 GS Premium Line ABS

Solo rider* x Yen
Rider with Pillion xx Yen
Includes Insurance, DELUXE Accommodations, Dinner and Breakfast.

BMW R1200 RS Prem.Line ABS
(Includes top box and panniers)

Ninjatours Japan motorcycle tours BMW R1200 RS Premium Line ABS

Solo rider* x Yen
Rider with Pillion xx Yen
Includes Insurance, DELUXE Accommodations, Dinner and Breakfast.

BMW F750 GS Prem.Line ESA ABS
(Includes top box and panniers)

Ninjatours Japan motorcycle tours Aprilia Caponord 1200 Travel Pack ABS

Solo rider* x Yen
Rider with Pillion xx Yen
Includes Insurance, DELUXE Accommodations, Dinner and Breakfast.

Motoguzzi V85 TT
(Includes top box and panniers)

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Solo rider* x Yen
Rider with Pillion xx Yen
Includes Insurance, DELUXE Accommodations, Dinner and Breakfast.

BMW R1250 GS Adventure Ex. ABS
(Includes top box and panniers)

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Solo rider* x Yen
Rider with Pillion xx Yen
Includes Insurance, DELUXE Accommodations, Dinner and Breakfast.

Yamaha MT-07 ABS
(NO Topbox, but Includes Panniers)

Ninjatours Japan motorcycle tours Yamaha MT-07 ABS

Solo rider* x Yen
Rider with Pillion xx Yen
Includes Insurance, DELUXE Accommodations, Dinner and Breakfast.

*Solo riders traveling alone receive private single room. Double occupancy basis for two or more solo riders riding together as a group.

Private single rooms for members of a group are subject to availability, and may require supplemental charges.

Please inquire at time of booking.
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Included with ALL Self-Guided Tour Packages…
  • Accommodations (private room) with dinner and breakfast
  • Motorcycle rental with Insurance coverage
  • Motorcycle luggage (Panniers and/or top box, tank bags)
  • Navigation Unit with fully pre-programmed course, made by our expert rider
  • Tourist Guide for visiting Japan
  • Japanese Street Sign Guide in English
  • Safety and Orientation Briefing in English
  • Daily messaging with our staff to make sure you are having a great time!
  • 24 Hour Emergency Support in English
Not Included…
  • Fuel
  • Lunch and Snacks
  • Toll Fees (pre-paid discount option avallable)
  • Tour Guide* (We don't recommend it because it's expensive, restrictive, and a bit too dull. Even first-time visitors who can't understand any Japanese have a great time with our tours!)
  • Support Vehicle* (we can help coordinate shipment of your suitcases and bags)
  • Helmets*, Gloves*, Riding Jackets*, Boots
*can be arranged with a surcharge