Finding motorcycle parking in Japan can be quite challenging in major cities like Tokyo and Osaka, while rural areas are generally much more straightforward. In this article, we’ve gathered a few essential tips to help you avoid most parking hassles on your ride across Japan. Key Takeaways ▶ Always park in designated spots—parking on footpaths […]
Best Motorcycle Roads in Japan Japan’s road network is incredibly dense, so there’s no shortage of great riding options. But with so many roads to choose from, it can be tough to decide where to go—especially if your time is limited. After riding over 30,000 km (18,600 miles) all over the country, we picked what we
Accommodation Food Fuel Activites Ferries & Tolls Maintenance Other Close Other Open Other SIM Card Parking Insurance SIM Card Parking Insurance Traveling through Japan on motorcycle, whether rented or purchased, is an underrated yet excellent way to explore the country. It allows you to dive deep into Japan’s contrasts and venture off the beaten path,
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Japan by Motorcycle: Yay or nay? After several visits to Japan over the past decade, you can probably guess that for us, Japan is 100% worth visiting. But travelin But since you’re here you must be wondering: Is Japan worth visiting on a motorcycle? Or is it better to just stick to public transport? Having
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Camping in Japan is a fantastic way to save money while exploring the countryside. After months of traveling and camping with our motorcycles, we compiled all you need to know about camping in Japan in this guide to help you plan your own adventure. Key Takeaways ▶ Free & cheap campsites: Here are the tools to
Documents you need to ride a motorcycle in Japan To ride a motorcycle in Japan as a tourist or short-term visitor you will need the following documents: International Driving Permit (+ your original driving license) Visa Insurance (travel & motorbike) International Driving Permit To ride a motorcycle in Japan you’ll need an International Driving Permit
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Hokkaido – Motorcyclists’ Paradise Hokkaido is the northernmost of Japan’s four main islands, and it’s an extremely popular destination among Japanese riders thanks to its wide-open spaces, light traffic, and sparse population. After riding around the island for over a month in the summer of 2023, here is our pick of the best motorcycle roads
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