Bicycle Rental around Lake Biwa

Overview

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Biwaichi Bike is a cycle station facility at the Port of Otsu that connects bicycles to Lake Biwa.

Lake Biwa is the largest lake in Japan, located 15 minutes by train from Kyoto Station.

Japanese cyclists call cycling around this large lake "Biwaichi".

It opened as a base facility for all those who enjoy cycling around Lake Biwa, including Biwaichi.

We can help you with anything related to bicycles, from renting bicycles, troubleshooting equipment problems, bringing in repairs, and supplying supplies.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Use of bicycle

What To Expect

Our bicycle rental includes helmet, lock and insurance.

Options

2days - Cross Bike - SMALL

Duration: 2 days: 09:00-17:00
Cross Bike - SMALL(150-160cm)

2days - Cross Bike - MEDIUM

Duration: 2 days: 09:00-17:00
Cross Bike - MEDIUM(160-170cm)

5hours - Cross Bike - MEDIUM

Duration: 5 hours
Cross bike - MEDIUM(160-170cm)

5hours - Cross Bike - SMALL

Duration: 5 hours
Cross Bike - SMALL(150-160cm)

5hours - Cross Bike - LARGE

Duration: 5 hours
Cross Bike - LARGE(170-180cm)

1day - Cross Bike - SMALL

Duration: 1 day: 09:00~17:00
Cross Bike - SMALL(150-160cm)

1day - Cross Bike - MEDIUM

Duration: 1 day
Cross Bike - MEDIUM(160-170cm)

2days - Cross Bike LARGE

Duration: 2 days
Cross Bike - LARGE(170-180cm)

1day - Cross Bike - LARGE

Duration: 1 day: 09:00-17:00
Cross Bike - LARGE(170-180cm)

Reviews

5.00

7 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Staff are great and speak english well.
benrosati,
Sep 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Had a great experience riding around Lake Biwa area. The shop's staff are great, speak english well, and were excited to get us out on our ride. Rental prices were very fair. Helmets are included. There are a few routes to cruise around town or the lake, which are detailed in a trifold. My partner and I rode a 50k (30mile) loop from the shop that brought us up and over a massive humped bridge.
Super bike rental
H3785HLsimonm,
Aug 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Very nice and friendly. We were also offered water and juice. Not too expensive either. Perfect for cycling around the lake
Must do in Otsu
jamesfM7454EG,
Jul 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Amazing views as you cycle around Lake Biwa. Easy riding with plenty of places to rest. Bikes were perfect as are the staff.
山口皓,
Jul 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was an easy course to ride, with good guidance to avoid getting lost and dedicated bike lanes! The scenery was amazing and it was a very enjoyable trip!
Just amazing!!
G8610QIrachelm,
Jul 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Amazing!!! Stunning views of the lake, very easy bike path, lovely cafes along the way, friendly service! Thank you so much
Worth a trip
Camper11553426826,
Jul 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Very good, challenging, the landscape along the road is very good, the bicycle shop's explanation is also lively, but it is best not to come in the summer, otherwise please do good sunscreen measures.
Excellent Excellent Excellent(((o(*∀▽∀*)o)))
Sightseer40784698264,
Jul 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Beautiful view! It's too hot 🙂 The shopper explained very lively, very cute! Then it is, that bike path is not very flat, there are many uneven places, it feels a little dangerous 🙂