We live a good part of the year in Kyoto and spend a lot of time visiting places around the city. For us, the best way to move around Kyoto is by far by bicycle. It is often faster than by car or bus, and certainly more enjoyable. it’s surprisingly easy to move around as Kyoto is largely flat, roads are good, drivers are careful and there are plenty of places to rent a bicycle. If you enjoy cycling, we strongly recommend you consider renting a bicycle for your time in Kyoto. It will allow you to see a lot of attractions in a limited time and for a very reasonable cost.
Here are two locations you’ll be able to rent bicycles.
Kyoto Gojo Cycle
This is one of the nearest bicycle renting places from our houses. Check out their (English) website for more details.
They are open every day (except Wednesday)
from 9:00 to 18:00.
Their contact info is:
Phone: 075-746-4855
E-mail: info@gojo-cycle.com
Find them on Google Maps: Kyoto Gojo Cycle
They are located just across the bridge crossing the Kamo River on Gojo Street, a minute from the Kiyomizu-Gojo train station on the Keihan line.
The shop is less than 10 min away from both our Miyagawacho Machiya and our Gojo Machiya.
KYO no Raku-Chari
Electric assisted bicycle shop.
Delivery and pick-up service available (yen 500/delivery or pick-up)
More info on their English website – Kyoto Station Nanajo Shop
They are open every day from 9:00 to 18:00.
You can contact them at 080-7975-1319
Find them on Google Maps: KYO no Raku-Chari
Overnight rental (9:00-11:00 next day) Electric (3,300), Normal with gear (1,600-1,900)
1 day (9:00-18:00): Electric (2,200), Normal with gear (1,100-1,300)
Half day(4 hours): Electric (1,500), Normal with gear (1,100-1,300)
