自転車で熊本を乗るOn a recent trip to Kyushu, we stayed in Kumamoto for twenty-four hours.
In addition to Kumamoto Castle, Suizenji Park, and a few rides on the city's trams, we took in the cycling scene.
Unlike Kyoto, which has a few bike lanes and some bike-related infrastructure, Kumamato appears to have nothing beyond paved roads.
However, population density is much lower than Kyoto. The roads and sidewalks are wide, and the pace of life is much slower.
Cycling is a practical affair, and not rushed.
The shrill ring of bike bells - which in Kyoto means "Get the hell out of my way!" - was rare. After a bit, we realized it was not necessary to constantly check over our shoulder for reckless cyclists on the sidewalk.
A sure sign we were in the country, albeit urban rural, were the standard issue white helmets that young students wore while cycling.
Bike "lanes" were noted with an image pasted on sidewalks.
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