Whatâs next after Japan?
25 octobre 2024, Japon â
âïž 22 °C
In the last few weeks, I have dealt with the question of what comes next. Should I go back to China and cycle from there to Vietnam? Should I go to South America? Should I go to Europe and spendEn savoir plus
Last days on the west coast
30 octobre 2024, Japon â
â
19 °C
The last few days on Japan’s west coast have been diverse, from cycling magnificent roads along lone beaches to visiting Izumo Taisha, which is frequently considered the oldest shrine in Japan.
Kyushu - Japanâs 3rd island on my list
3 novembre 2024, Japon â
âïž 24 °C
I have reached Kyushu, another main island of Japan. To get there, I had to push my bike through a long tunnel below the water. The route through the suburbs afterwards was a bit tiring because ofEn savoir plus
Aso-Kuju National Park
4 novembre 2024, Japon â
â
20 °C
My next stop in Kyushu was the Aso-Kuju National Park. Once more, I was surprised by the natural diversity of Japan. After cycling up through dark forests, I had reached a high plateau and wasEn savoir plus
Hiroshima - A day with an unexpected end
7 novembre 2024, Japon â
âïž 17 °C
The historical center of Hiroshima is undoubtedly The Peace Memorial. Large crowds of people flock to the memorial site daily to mourn and learn more about the first atomic bomb on 6th August 1945.En savoir plus
Shikoku - Japanâs last main island on my
9 novembre 2024, Japon â
âïž 19 °C
To get to Shikoku, I took the Shimanami Kaido, Japan’s number one cycle route. It is basically a route on several islands which are connected through bridges, like island hopping. It was a welcomeEn savoir plus
Two days in Osaka
12â14 nov. 2024, Japon â
âïž 23 °C
Cycling in a city like Osaka with dozens of suburbs is a hassle. Especially when your bike makes problems 20 kilometres before the city centre. It was early morning when suddenly my freewheel stoppedEn savoir plus
A day (in) around Kyoto
14 novembre 2024, Japon â
âïž 20 °C
Kyoto is only a stone‘s throw from Osaka. However, I was not in the mood to cycle again through the centre of a major city. Also, because you cannot simply lock your bike wherever you want in a bigEn savoir plus
Two weeks and 1000 kilometres left
15 novembre 2024, Japon â
âïž 19 °C
I cannot believe it. The last two weeks on my bike have approached. The remaining route covers a length of 1000 kilometres until Tokyo. More than enough time. Like we say in German: Endspurt!!!
Cycling around Lake Biwa
16 novembre 2024, Japon â
âïž 20 °C
With 670 square kilometres, Lake Biwa is Japan‘s largest lake. Compared to Lake of Constance covering 539 square kilometres, Lake Biwa is slightly larger (Wikipedia). The region around Lake Biwa isEn savoir plus
This and that
20 novembre 2024, Japon â
âïž 13 °C
I cannot emphasize enough how much I enjoy the last few days on my bike. Cycling through Iga, the Ninja City (there is ninja stuff all around the city and most likely a history behind that) and a fewEn savoir plus
Mount Fuji at its finest
22 novembre 2024, Japon â
âïž -2 °C
With an altitude of 3776 metres, Mount Fuji is Japan’s highest mountain and an iconic symbol. The first time I sighted this conically shaped mountain from far away, I had again one of those momentsEn savoir plus
Four days at Meguâs in Hiratsuka
23â27 nov. 2024, Japon â
âïž 20 °C
My last Warmshowers stay at Megu’s was truly a fabulous experience. From the moment I arrived, I relished his warm-hearted hospitality. Megu is a bicycle and motor bike mechanic. In his free time,En savoir plus
Made it to Tokyo!!!
28 nov.â6 dĂ©c. 2024, Japon â
âïž 23 °C
248 days, 20030 kilometres and 176530 metres of total ascent later, I have arrived safe and sound in the heart of Tokyo. I was warmly welcomed by my friend David. The feeling is indescribable at theEn savoir plus
Tokyo: Day 1-4
28 nov.â2 dĂ©c. 2024, Japon â
âïž 21 °C
The past weekend together with David was a real stunner. During daytime, we just strolled around and visited a few districts. We treated ourselves to all kinds of delicious food and refreshing drinks.En savoir plus
Tokyo: Day 5 & 6
2â6 dĂ©c. 2024, Japon â
âïž 19 °C
It was time to leave David alone as he had to return to work on Monday. Thanks my friend for having me!
So, I changed the location to a cute little hostel named Little Japan. My first priority thereEn savoir plus
Tokyo: Day 7 & 8
4 dĂ©cembre 2024, Japon â
âïž 17 °C
The last two days in Tokyo were fairly quiet compared to the previous ones. I visited sights such as the Tokyo Tower, Tsukiji Outer Market and the Shibuya Crossing. The latter mentioned was ofEn savoir plus
ArigatĆ and sayonara Japan!
6 dĂ©cembre 2024, Japon â
âïž 16 °C
Who would have thought that I would spend over one-third of my travel time in Japan. I had the privilege of visiting the most wonderful places on all four main islands. Cycling all over Japan wasEn savoir plus
Home sweet home
9 dĂ©cembre 2024, Allemagne â
âïž 0 °C
I made it home. The conditions for cycling from Frankfurt to Steißlingen were everything else but pleasant. Who cares, I was chuffed to see again my friends Roman in Mannheim and Frank & Jenny inEn savoir plus












































































































































































































































































































