Fourteen years later,
Bicycle trip to trace the memories of the Great East Japan Earthquake
What is “Shikahachi”?
The “Tour de East Japan Kashima to Hachinohe 800km” started in 2014 and is nicknamed “Shikahachi”. Starting from Kashima Jingu Shrine in Kashima City, Ibaraki Prefecture, the riders cycle a total of 800km to Kabushima Shrine in Fukushima, Miyagi, Iwate, and Hachinohe City, Aomori Prefecture, over a period of seven days.
It has been fourteen years since the devastating earthquake. With a renewed desire to keep its memories alive, we promise to provide a different kind of cycling experience – through a safe and easy route, along with detailed support and supervision from Okumusashi Bike Tours. It is sure to be a cycling trip you will remember for a lifetime.
“Shikahachi” is about to start…
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SHIKAHACHI “Omakase” Plan
“Special offer for international travelers”
• TripDuration – 9days
• Accommodation – Single bedroom for 8nights
• Meals – 8 Breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners
• Transport – Shinkansen ticket back to Tokyo from Hachinohe, Airport pick-up service if you need.
• Price – ¥300000
Effective January 1, 2025, the entry fee will increase by approximately 10%. Please consider applying as soon as possible.
“Special offer for international travelers”
• TripDuration – 9days
• Accommodation – Single bedroom for 8nights
• Meals – 8 Breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners
• Transport – Shinkansen ticket back to Tokyo from Hachinohe, Airport pick-up service if you need.
• Price – ¥300000
Effective January 1, 2025, the entry fee will increase by approximately 10%. Please consider applying as soon as possible.
Our guided cycle tour includes use of a backup vehicle and carry your luggage so you can cycle at your own pace. We will make sure that we provide you an unforgettable experience with our OMOTENASHI mind.
SHIKAHACHI “Omakase” Plan follows the route of the guided tour. Although the total distance does not reach 800 km, the guide will carefully choose the route to ensure that you can ride the tour safely and without strain.
Click here to apply
SHIKAHACHI “Omakase” Plan follows the route of the guided tour. Although the total distance does not reach 800 km, the guide will carefully choose the route to ensure that you can ride the tour safely and without strain.
Click here to apply
April 27 (Sun) – May 3 (Sat), 2025
Bicycle Journey in Memory of the Great East Japan Earthquake
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Apr 27 (Sun) Stage 1 “Kashima – Hitachi” 106km
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Apr 28 (Mon) Stage 2 “Iwaki – Tomioka” 77km
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Apr 29 (Tue) Stage 3 “Tomioka – Ishinomaki” 95km
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Apr 30 (Mon) Stage 4 “Ishinomaki – Kesennuma” Kitakami River 88km
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May 1 (Thu) Stage 5 “Kesennuma – Kamaishi” 86km
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May 2 (Fri) Stage 6 “Kamaishi – Kuji” 76km
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May 3 (Sat) Stage 7 “Kuji – Hachinohe” 70km
FAQ
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I understand that the “OMAKASE” Plan is only for guided tours with short distances, but I would like to ride the whole route, is that possible?
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If you just understand that you will not be guided, you can ride based on the digital data we will provide you in advance.
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Is it possible to participate in only one stage?
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Yes, of course. Please let us know in the comments section of your application. We will provide you with a new estimate after hearing your wishes.
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Can I rent a bicycle?
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Yes, please let us know your request in the comments section of your application as soon as possible, as the size and number of bicycles are limited.
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Is it possible to arrange another hotel after the event?
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Yes, please let us know in the comments section of your application. We will provide you with a new estimate after hearing your wishes.
News & Topics
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News
Registration for the 2025 “Shikahachi” (Tour de East Japan Kashima to Hachinohe 800km) has started!
The schedule for next year’s “Shikahachi” (Tour de East Japan, Kashima to Hachinohe, 800km) has been set and registration is now open. First stage will start from Kashima Shrine on Sunday, April 27 and finish at Kabushima Shrine on Saturday, May 3. Fourteen years have passed since then, and with a renewed desire not to let the memories of the disaster fade, we promise a different kind of long ride experience with more attentive support and a safe, easy-to-ride route. It will surely be an unforgettable bike ride of a lifetime. Please apply from this page. The Omakase plan includes participation in all stages and all accommodations, but in any […] -
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“SHIKAHACHI” 2024 movie is available!
“SHIKAHACHI – Tour de East Japan Kashima to Hachinohe 800km” 2024 movie is now available. We condensed many hours of 7 days into this 15 minute snapshot. Please check it out and comment on your impressions. Please click the “Like” button and subscribe to our channel! -
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Executive Committee Chairman participates in Cairns to Karumba to promote
Cairns to Karumba (C2K) is a cycling charity event that has been held in Australia for over 30 years. Participants cycle 780 kilometers over the course of a week, camping along the way. The event has successfully raised approximately 10 million yen in donations for children’s hospitals and schools, and sometimes attracts over 300 participants and staff. Most importantly, the participants experience great joy through this challenge. In the spirit of C2K, the SHIKAHACHI event is an 800-kilometer bicycle ride from Kashima Shrine in Kashima City, Ibaraki Prefecture, to Kabushima Shrine in Hachinohe City, Aomori Prefecture, with the goal of creating a similar event in Japan. Participants will ride together […] -
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Registration for the 2024 “Shikahachi” (Tour de East Japan Kashima to Hachinohe 800km) has started!
The schedule for next year’s “Shikahachi” (Tour de East Japan, Kashima to Hachinohe, 800km) has been set and registration is now open. First stage will start from Kashima Shrine on Sunday, April 28 and finish at Kabushima Shrine on Saturday, May 4. Thirteen years have passed since then, and with a renewed desire not to let the memories of the disaster fade, we promise a different kind of long ride experience with more attentive support and a safe, easy-to-ride route. It will surely be an unforgettable bike ride of a lifetime. -
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“Shikahachi” (Tour de East Japan Kashima to Hachinohe 800km) schedule is set! Tokyo to Kashima Pre-stage will also be held!
The schedule for next year’s “Shikahachi” (Tour de East Japan Kashima to Hachinohe 800km) has been decided.Main stages will start from Kashima Shrine on Sunday, April 30 and finish at Kabushima Shrine on Saturday, May 6. A pre-stage from Tokyo to Kashima City will be held on Saturday, April 29, the day before the tour.In addition to the usual seven stages, participants in the pre-stage will be invited to take part in a total of eight stages, making it literally a long ride of over 800 kilometers. Registration is scheduled to begin on October 1. Those who participate in all stages will receive a free entry fee for the Pre-stage, […]
Management Structure
Organizer
Shikahachi Executive Committee
Executive Committee Chairman
Shigeru Okada (CEO, OZ Project, Inc)
Supervisor and Operator
Okumusashi Bike Tours（Galapagos, Inc.）
Contact
phone 0493-59-8220
Location
646-1, Iwadono, Higashimatsuyama, Saitama
Official Support
Kashima City, Hachinohe City
Collaborators