Kibiji Cycling Path
A completely flat 17km cycling route through ancient burial mounds, rice paddies and shrine gates — the prehistoric heartland of Japan. Rental bikes, minimal cars, and café stops throughout.
Half day
Bike rental ¥1,200/day; shrines free
Path always open; bicycle rental at Bizen-Ichinomiya Station: 9:00–17:00
March–May, September–November
Rental bikes from Kibi station
Location
Why Visit
- 1
Kibitsu Shrine's 12th-century corridor is 360m long — the longest in Japan
- 2
Large burial mounds visible from the path are among the biggest outside imperial tombs
- 3
Completely flat makes it ideal for all ages and fitness levels
Local Tips
The 17km flat cycling path connects ancient burial mounds, Kibitsu Shrine (with Japan's longest corridor), and picturesque rural scenery — a genuinely rewarding 3-hour ride. Kibitsu Shrine and Kibiitsu-hiko Shrine bookend the route. The path is almost entirely flat and well-marked — suitable for all fitness levels.
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