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Sunday, November 23, 2014

Kyoto Cycling News 23 November 2014

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9 Things Drivers Need to Stop Saying in the Bikes vs. Cars Debate Wired

How Citi Bike Succeeds New York Times

Dani King: Olympic cyclist feared for career after training crash BBC

公共交通の切り札は自転車Newsweek Japan

Keeping your phone charged while you track your rides London Cyclist

L’Insee a décidé de prendre en compte le vélo comme moyen de transport Le Monde

Is it possible to look stylish while cycling to work? Guardian

Qué hacemos Bicitekas

華麗なる転職なるか?
華麗なる転職なるか?チョップがロードからMTBへ転向を表明!MTBからロードへ、そして輝く場所を求めて再びMTBへ!男の挑戦はまだまだ続く!Cycling Time

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Sunday, November 16, 2014

Kyoto Cycling News 16 November 2014

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The Third Way: Tricycles New York Times

Has the biological passport delivered clean or confused sport? BBC

コンパクトな「自転車の救急セット」発売。 ~お出かけ先でのパンクにもスマートに対応可能~Asahi Shinbun

5 of the best winter gloves London Cyclist

A Rennes, ça déménage à la chaîne Liberation

The film teaching driving instructors to understand cyclists Guardian

Casa Biciteka Bicitekas

それぞれの2015グランツール
コンタドール、フルーム、ホアキン、ニーバリ、それぞれの2015グランツール、誰がそれぞれの勝利の女神のキスを勝ち取る?そしてモビスターコンビはいったいどうする?Cycling Time

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Sunday, November 9, 2014

Kyoto Cycling News 9 November 2014

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A California Location for Cycling House Camps New York Times

Track World Cup: Joanna Rowsell withdraws from Britain squad BBC

路上駐輪解決に知恵絞る 阪急西院駅一帯で住民らKyoto Shinbun

8 moments all us cycle commuters have felt London Cyclist

A Rennes, ça déménage à la chaîne Liberation

Cairo's hipster bike shop hoping to lead the city's cycling revolution
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Sociedad civil mexicana contra cambio climático Bicitekas

走るだけで水を生み出すシステムが誕生!
走るだけで水を生み出すシステムが誕生!自分の力で空気中の水分を水に変えて水分補給が出来る究極のシステム!フォンタスが自転車に乗る意義を深めるか
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Sunday, November 2, 2014

Kyoto Cycling News 2 November 2014

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A Summer Trip Quashed, but Not the Whining New York Times

Matthias Brandle breaks track cycling's hour world record BBC

大山崎の特産品を販売 山崎駅内で「マルシェ」 Kyoto Shinbun

8 tips for riding home in the dark London Cyclist

Grand Bivouac 2014, un grand tour et puis s'en va Liberation

The best cycling infrastructure in cities around the world – your pictures
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#QuieroConfiar Bicitekas

TUEの危険性
ドーピングに屈しなかった男、バッソンスがTUEの危険性を口にする、「悪用できてしまうルールへの対応が今も昔も変わっていない」、治療用例外的使用の危険性とは
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Sunday, October 26, 2014

Kyoto Cycling News 26 October 2014

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Pedestrian Lane Sought for Verrazano-Narrows Bridge New York Times

Team Sky sign Italian sprinter Elia Viviani for 2015 BBC

路上駐輪解決に知恵絞る 阪急西院駅一帯で住民ら Kyoto Shinbun

8 Tips to keep you riding all year London Cyclist

Graham Robb remonte en Celte Liberation

Why my son rides a balance bike Guardian

Sociedad civil mexicana contra cambio climático Bicitekas

ツール・ド・フランス2015へのそれぞれの思い
ツール・ド・フランス2015へのそれぞれの思い、コンタドールとニーバリはジロ~ツールダブルをターゲットに!フルームはツールスキップを示唆し、ジロ~ブエルタのダブル狙いか? Cycling Time

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Friday, October 24, 2014

Global shift away from Cars Would Save Trillions, Eliminate 1,700 Megatons of Carbon Dioxide Pollution

車離れで二酸化炭素削減、生命救う

According to Science Daily, "More than $100 trillion in cumulative public and private spending, and 1,700 megatons of annual carbon dioxide -- a 40 percent reduction of urban passenger transport emissions -- could be eliminated by 2050 if the world expands public transportation, walking and cycling in cities, according to a new report."

In place of fossil-burning cars, a combination of an increase in public transportation, walking, and cycling in cities would reduce emissions, result in 1.4 million fewer early deaths, and save money.

Read more.


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Tuesday, October 21, 2014

World's Best Behaved Cyclists Copenhagen

世界のもっともルールを守るサイクリストはコペンハーゲン市民

Perhaps this is not much of a surprise, but Copenhagenites are the best behaved cyclists in the world.

Bar none.

Read on.


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Sunday, October 19, 2014

Kyoto Cycling News 19 OCtober 2014

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We’re Walkin’ Here! New York Times

European Track Championships: GB's men and women claim gold BBC

自転車通学時はヘルメット着用 園部中、DVDでマナー向上訴え Kyoto Shinbun

Choosing road tyres for autumn and winter London Cyclist

«Rectify», un homme dans le couloir de la vie Liberation

Innovation in, lycra out: what Copenhagen can teach us about cycling Guardian

Sociedad civil mexicana contra cambio climático Bicitekas

UCIが2017シーズンを目処にロードレースの大改革を断行予定?
UCIが2017シーズンを目処にロードレースの大改革を断行予定?思惑とは裏腹に進まぬ交渉、果たしてどうなる?問題山積、反対の声も多数、クックソンの目指す改革は果たしてどうなる? Cycling Time

Gilbert claims Beijing title Yahoo

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Sunday, October 12, 2014

Kyoto Cycling News 12 October 2014

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Facing Many Obstacles, Bike Sharing Slowly Gains Traction Upstate New York Times

Ex Tour de France champion Andy Schleck retires through injury BBC

5 of the best bike locks London Cyclist

Un tour du monde en vélo d'appartement Libération

The reason fewer US women cycle than the Dutch is not what you think it is Guardian

Bici Accion en Costa Rica El Perú en Bicicleta

2015年度のプロツールとプロ・コンチネンタルライセンスの申請受理2015年度のプロツールとプロ・コンチネンタルライセンスの申請受理、アロンソの新チームは申請せずプロツールは1チーム足りず、急遽数チームにプロツール加入を打診? Cycling Time

Crazy billionaire throws down €1 million gauntlet to Froome, Contador, Nibali and Quintana Yahoo

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Saturday, October 11, 2014

U.S. Transportation Secretary Announces New Initiative to Enhance Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety

米国交通省報道と自転車安全を強化

U.S. Transportation Secretary Foxx Announces New Initiative to Enhance Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety: DOT to launch nationwide safety assessment of key bike/ped routes

PITTSBURGH – U.S. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx today announced a new initiative to reduce the growing number of pedestrian and bicyclist injuries and fatalities through a comprehensive approach that addresses infrastructure safety, education, vehicle safety and data collection. The 18-month campaign will begin with road safety assessments conducted by U.S. Department of Transportation field offices in every state, and will produce multiple resources to help communities build streets that are safer for people walking, bicycling, and taking public transportation. Secretary Foxx made the announcement at the Pro Walk, Pro Bike, Pro Place conference, the largest gathering of, transportation engineers, city planners and professional bicycle-pedestrian safety advocates and practitioners in the country.

For more, read on.

Whither Kyoto? Whither Japan?


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Tuesday, October 7, 2014

Kyoto Walks

Philosopher's Walk, Kyoto京都散歩哲学の道

Normally we are on two wheels, but autumn is hiking season (and cycling season!) in Kyoto.

Gallery owner Robert Yellin has written a wonderful piece on the joys of strolling along Philosophers Walk in eastern Kyoto.

Read on.

For those interested in cycling Philosophers Walk, read on.

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Sunday, October 5, 2014

Kyoto Cycling News 5 OCtober 2014

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In Central Park, Cyclists Still Compete With Pedestrians New York Times

Dani King: London 2012 track champion to focus on road racing BBC

4 of the best backpacks for commuters London Cyclist

Vélo La Pologne tient son champion arc-en-ciel Libération

The reason fewer US women cycle than the Dutch is not what you think it is Guardian

El Perú en Bicicleta El Perú en Bicicleta

ミラノ~トリノ2014 カチューシャ祭り
ミラノ~トリノ2014:わっしょい!カチューシャ祭りじゃい!カルーソの優勝含め、トップ10に4人とまさにやりたい放題!アルー4位、ホアキン5位、コンタドール6位と今年の主役もきっちり上位に Cycling Time

Blazin' Saddles: Rainbow round-up, Sky's signings, Astana drama Yahoo

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Sunday, September 28, 2014

Kyoto Cycling News 28 September 2014

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After Woman Is Struck, Debate on Cycling in City Is Revived New York Times

National Track Championships: Jess Varnish powers to sprint title BBC

Going Dutch for a bike ride around London London Cyclist

De Touraine en Anjou par la vallée royale Libération

Boris Johnson cycle superhighway plans cut and delayed Guardian

Rodadas Una communidad de viajeros en bicicleta Rodadas

アルペシンがジャイアント・シマノのスポンサーに
綱渡り営業のジャイアント・シマノが強大なバックを確保!アルペシンが選手たちも頭髪もがっちりサポート!2015はジャイアント・アルペシン(男子)、リブ・プランチュール(女子)で活動へ Cycling Time

Cycling - Varnish begins quadruple title defence with time trial win Yahoo

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Saturday, September 27, 2014

Cycling along the Kamo River to the Katsura River

自転車で鴨川から桂川

Want to cycle from Kyoto to Nara? Osaka? Or just down to the Katsura River?

If you live in central or eastern Kyoto, it is a long ride across town to get to the legendary bike path that stretches 40+ km from Arashiyama all the way to Kizu (close to Nara) or Osaka Castle.

It is possible to do the ride from downtown Kyoto along the Kamo River.

Cycling along the Kamo River from as far north as Kitayama or, on the Takano River from Shugakuin, all the way to where the river joins the Katsura River can be done.

Except for one tiny stretch, that means no cars from Kitayama to Osaka Castle, Shugakuin to Nara, central Kyoto to Arashiyama.

For information, follow the map on this page.


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Tuesday, September 23, 2014

Bicycle Commuting Makes You Better at Work

自転車通勤京都市

According to Bicycle Magazine, cycling to work may make you more productive.

"Researchers at the University of East Anglia and the Centre for Diet and Activity Research (CEDAR) studied 18 years of data on nearly 18,000 British commuters ages 18-65 to arrive at the conclusion, which takes into account factors like income, children, and job and relationship changes.

In addition to the obvious physical benefits, active commuters felt less stressed and reported that they could concentrate better on work if they commuted by walking or cycling. Cyclists and walkers also showed improvement with regard to other psychological markers, such as feelings of worthlessness, unhappiness, and sleepless nights fueled by nightmares of highway gridlock."

And thus we commute in Kyoto, every day, to a bike lot near Demachiyanagi train station. From there it is a 50-minute train ride to work in Osaka (which probably negates the positive effects of the ride!).


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Sunday, September 21, 2014

Kyoto Cycling News 21 September 2014

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Death on a Bike New York Times

'Naked' team cycling kit defended by Colombian rider BBC

Selling your bicycle London Cyclist

Festival des globe-trotters: «L’envie de vivre ce que d’autres ne vivent pas» Libération

Would you share your bike with a stranger? Spinlister hopes so Guardian

EcoBici EcoBici

鉄人伝説終わらず!フォイクトがアワーレコードで世界新記録を樹立!
鉄人伝説終わらず!フォイクトがアワーレコードで世界新記録を樹立!新ルールのもとで初の50km超え!51.115kmを達成!「世界記録を出して現役を引退、これ以上ない最高の引き際だと思わないかい?」 Cycling Time

Cycling - Jens Voigt sets new one-hour record Yahoo

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Tuesday, September 16, 2014

Monocle Ranking of Cities Kyoto

Kyoto Yoiyama 2013モノクル誌生活水準調査2014年

All things are ranked these days, including cities.

The magazine Magazine puts out an annual "Quality of Life Survey," and in its 2014 reckoning Japanese cities fared well.

Kyoto placed 9th.

City                       Country

1 Copenhagen      Denmark
2 Tokyo               Japan
3 Melbourne        Australia
4 Stockholm        Sweden
5 Helsinki            Finland
6 Vienna             Austria
7 Zürich              Switzerland
8 Munich            Germany
9 Kyoto              Japan
10 Fukuoka        Japan
11 Sydney          Australia
12 Auckland      New Zealand
13 Hong Kong   China
14 Berlin            Germany
15 Vancouver    Canada
16 Singapore      Singapore
17 Madrid          Spain
18 Paris              France
19 Amsterdam   Netherlands
20 Hamburg      Germany
21 Barcelona Spain
22 Lisbon Portugal
23 Portland USA
24 Oslo Norway
25 Brisbane Australia


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Sunday, September 14, 2014

Kyoto Cycling News 14 September 2014

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Test Yourself | Bicycling to 9,500 Feet Above Sea Level New York Times

Vuelta a Espana: Hansen wins stage, Contador holds overall lead BBC

A crossrail for bikes – London cyclists to finally have their wishes granted London Cyclist

Paris-Séville en vélo Libération

Chic, classy or the one with leopard print – cool helmets for bike rides Guardian

Casa Biciteka Biciteka

ブエルタ・ア・エスパーニャ 2014 第18ステージ選手コメント
ブエルタ・ア・エスパーニャ第18ステージ選手コメント: 「監督が”今が一番勾配がきついところだぞ”と言ったから抜けだしたんだよ。」 Cycling Time

Sep Vanmarcke wins third leg of Tour of Alberta Yahoo

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Tuesday, September 9, 2014

Cycling Lake Biwa (again)

Bike Path Lake Biwa Japan自転車で琵琶湖一周

In October we are doing the Lake Biwa circuit. This will be the second time, and this time we will ride clockwise around Japan's largest lake.

That means Otsu to Makino, where we hope to spend a night. From there, we head into Oku Biwa (Upper Biwa), then down into Nagahama and back around to Otsu.

Three friends will join me for the Lake Biwa circuit.

Two of us live in Kyoto, so will meet at Heian Shrine, say a quick prayer to the Cycling Gods - and then head up and over Sanjo into Otsu.

The other riders live in Tokyo and Shiga. They will join us in Otsu.

Already, in early September, the weather Gods are shining, and a nip is in the air.

Mother Biwa awaits.

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Sunday, September 7, 2014

Kyoto Japan Cycling News 7 September 2014

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No MetroCard Needed New York Times

Vuelta a Espana: Aru wins stage 11, Alberto Contador stays ahead BBC

Mountain biking in Devon’s Haldon Forest London Cyclist

Vélo électrique: Lagardère déraille Libération

Bicycle repair: taking it apart is the first step to putting it back together Guardian

Mejor en Bici — Buenos Aires Bike Lending Program Wander Argentina

ブエルタ・ア・エスパーニャ 2014 第10ステージ選手コメント
ブエルタ・ア・エスパーニャ第10ステージ選手コメント:「途中無線でチームでの1-2が狙えると聞いて燃えたよ。」 「TTはきつい、簡単だとか、楽に走ったなんて言う奴は信用するな!」 Cycling Time

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Thursday, September 4, 2014

Record Rain in Japan, Cycling in Kyoto

8月の多雨日射不足「記録的」

August witnessed record rainfall and little sunlight in Japan.

In Japan as a whole and here in Kyoto, it was a wet month.

As a result of two large typhoons (#11 and #12) and other storms, there was flooding, a major landslide, and much crop destruction. And on the bike, the month was a drag.

In Kyoto, rainfall measured 487 mm, which is 3.7 times the normal average rainfall.

Good riddance summer and welcome to Kyoto's storied fall weather.


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Sunday, August 31, 2014

Kyoto Japan Cycling News 31 August 2014

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Dutch Cyclist Dies New York Times

Vuelta a Espana: Chris Froome closes on tour lead BBC

9 signs the summer is coming to an end London Cyclist

Dans le peloton d’esthètes Libération

JHow female cyclists can combat saddle soreness Guardian

Manual del Ciclista Urbano de la Ciudad de México Bicitekas

ブエルタ・ア・エスパーニャ 2014 第6ステージ選手コメント
ブエルタ・ア・エスパーニャ第6ステージ選手コメント:「チームのエースはあくまでもキンターナだよ。でもそれでもチャンスが有れば僕も狙うよ。まあその結果はどうなるかはいずれわかるよ。」 Cycling Time

Michael Matthews wins 3rd Vuelta stage, takes lead Yahoo

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Sunday, August 24, 2014

Kyoto Japan Cycling News 24 August 2014

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‘Riding With the Music of My Gears’ New York Times

Vuelta a Espana: Adam Yates eyes debut Grand Tour stage win BBC

Pocket High Street: The anti-Amazon saviour of the high street London Cyclist

Pédaler à tout bout de Champs Libération

JHow female cyclists can combat saddle soreness Guardian

Ciclismo Urbano Bicitekas

ブエルタ・ア・エスパーニャ2014 激戦必死の総合争い
ブエルタ・ア・エスパーニャ2014:情熱の赤を巡る今年最後のグランツール、激戦必死、総合争いは間違いなく今シーズン最も熱くなる!山岳地獄を制するのは果たして誰? Cycling Time

Vuelta 2014: Froome, Quintana, Contador – Clash of the Titans Yahoo

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Wednesday, August 20, 2014

Yamauta 2014 Festival

山水人2014年

One of Japan's main peace, renewable resources, vegetarian, campout, live music, hippie confabs will take place in the mountains of Shiga Prefecture, which is just across from Kyoto, from August 23 until September 7.

The 10th annual Yamauta festival features live music, workshops, and lots of family fun.

The three kanji that make up the title mean "mountain," "water," "person."

Admission is not free. A pass for the entire two weeks is 6,000 yen (4800 if bought online in advance). A day pass is 3,000 yen.

The easy non-environmental way to get there is drive in your own car. For those not driving, access from Kyoto Station is:

1. Take the JR Kosei line from Kyoto Station JR Adogawa Station (about 30 minutes).

2. Change to the Ewaka bus Kutsuki Line and get off at "Kutsuki Shisho Mae - Bus stop"

3. Take the Takashima community bus from there to "Oisugi bus stop."

4. It is about 15 minutes on foot from there.

For the ironmen and women out there, it is 45 km on a bike from the Imperial Palace in Kyoto.  We have done the ride to Ohara, which takes about 45 minutes, but have not gone beyond that point.

It would be hard riding on mountain roads, but we may be up for it this year.


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Sunday, August 3, 2014

Kyoto Japan Cycling News 3 August 2014

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Fort Worth Mayor Embraces Cycling as Part of Community Outreach New York Times

British Cycling's Shane Sutton rejects Nicole Cooke criticism BBC

Hit by a car turning left, this cyclist decided to pursue a claim London Cyclist

Un Français en jaune sur les Champs-Elysées, c'est pour demain ? Libération

Jersey's compulsory cycle helmet law: based on emotion, not evidence? Guardian

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ミアースマンがツール・ド・ワロニー
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‘I pushed Armstrong lie’: Amazing apology from Lance’s key ally Yahoo

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Thursday, July 31, 2014

Kyoto Star Festival Tanabata 2014

Kyoto-Tanabata天の川、足元に浮かぶ 「京の七夕」2日開幕

The Japanese Star Festival known locally as Tanabata is about to kick off in two Kyoto locations.

From August 2 - 11 there will be artistic illumination representing the Milky Way.

In central Kyoto, between Oike Bridge and Shijo Bridge on the Misosogi River - the narrow canal that abuts the restaurants on Kiyamachi and sits between the pedestrian walkway and the Kamo River - there will be illumination.

In addition there will be lighting in the Horikawa Canal, which is farther west.

The illumination will be lit every night between 7 and 9:30 pm.

For those going on bike, parking is available on Oike.

More Tanabata events can be found here.

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Sunday, July 27, 2014

Kyoto Japan Cycling News 27 July 2014

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10 Tours and 205 Tries Later, Australian Wins a Stage New York Times

Glasgow 2014: Track cycling BBC

dhb Blok Fluoro bib shorts review London Cyclist

Jean-Christophe Péraud, le «vieux» qui grimpe sans faire de bruit Libération

Los Angeles bike trains - beating the traffic in a car-centric city Guardian

Paseo Nocturno Bicitekas

カチューシャの選手たちが実戦で使用したキャニオンバイクが手に入る!
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Woman killed after being struck by cyclist on pavement The Times of London

Overreaction Theatre: Where were the dancing deep-fried Mars bars? Yahoo

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Thursday, July 24, 2014

Hiking Mount Atago on July 31 at Night

Mount Atago Kyoto愛宕山千日参り

The night of July 31 is magic in Kyoto.

On that night, thousands of hikers climb Mount Atago - at night.

At 924 meters, it is the highest mountain in the city.

The festival that takes place that night is known as "Sennichi Tsuyasai," which roughly translates as one thousand days all night festival.

The purpose of the festival is to pray to the gods on the mountain for a thousand days of flame (for cooking, heating, life) and, on the contrary, a thousand days of fire prevention.

The hike is about 4 kilometers from top to bottom, though a bit shorter if you start from the opposite side of the mountain.

What makes this event special is that most of the climbers do so after dark. The city strings up lights from the bottom of the mountain, in Kiyotaki, all the way to the very top at Atago Shrine.

As hikers ascend the mountain, they call out "O kudariyasu" (on your way down) to those descending. In reply, they say "O noboriyasu" (on your way up).

At the very top are many lanterns (see bottom left).

Once at the top, pilgrims buy good luck charms to ward off fire and bad luck.

What to Bring

Light clothes, plus something heavier for when you get to the top (the temperature can be quite chilly)
A change of clothes
Water
Light snacks
Small towel for sweat
Bit of cash just in case
Sneakers or light hiking boots
Flashlight

Bus to Kiyotaki


Kyoto Bus:

From JR Kyoto Station: Bus stop No. C6 Bus No. 72
From Hankyu Arashiyama station: Bus No. 62 or 72
From Keihan Sanjo station: Bus stop No. 14 Bus No. 62

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Monday, July 21, 2014

Rainy Season Almost Over in Kyoto

Kyoto Bicycle Chic梅雨明け京都

Rainy season is almost officially over.

The six-week season of cool nights and mornings and muggy days is now in its final throes.

The sound of the cicadas is the main clue. They are singing their high summer song, and it is hot.

That means High Summer is upon us.

In Kyoto, late July until mid-September equals torrid daytime temperatures.

Cycling is brutal this time of year.

We tend to do only local runs - shopping, going out at night - until early autumn.

From that point on, when Kyoto weather is sweet and forgiving, we head into the hills on the bike.

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Sunday, July 20, 2014

Kyoto Japan Cycling News 20 July 2014

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Tuesday, July 15, 2014

Kyoto Yoiyama Festival Images 2013

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We will be out and about at Kyoto's annual Yoiyama festival. Downtown basically closes for three nights in the leadup to the July 17 Gion Festival.

Here is a taste of some of the images from last year.

The "hoko" floats are out on display, and thousands and thousands of Kyotoites will be out in their yukata robes.

It is a wonderful, special night.


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Sunday, July 13, 2014

Kyoto Cycling News 13 July 2014

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Thursday, July 10, 2014

Typhoon Hits Kyoto, Cycling Tough

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A massive once in ten year typhoon is barreling up Honshu Island and headed towards Kyoto.

Typhoon 8 made landfall in Kagoshima just before 7 am today.

It is raining now in Kyoto, and heavy rains are predicted for this afternoon and tonight.

Hopefully, the skies will be blue and bright for tomorrow's commute to Demachiyanagi.

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Tuesday, July 8, 2014

Kyoto Yoiyama Festival 2014

Yoiyama Kyoto 2012宵山2014年

On what is no doubt Japan's largest street party - the three consecutive nights in Kyoto prior to the climax of Gion Festival, on July 17 - is about to kick off. On those three nights - each of those three nights - hundreds of thousands of revelers will be out and about.

The first of the "Yama" nights is Yoiyoiyoiyama (宵々々山). The next night, July 15th, is known as Yoiyoiyama (宵々山) . The climax is the night before the parade on the 17th and is called Yoiyama (宵山). A typical turnout on the final night is 300,000 - 500,000 people

On each of these three nights, most of downtown Kyoto is closed to vehicular traffic. Moreover, the massive floats that are pulled around the city on July 17th are put out on display in the areas they represent, all of which are close to Shijo - Karasuma.

Streets are filled with stalls selling food - yakitori (barbecued chicken skewers), taiyaki, takoyaki, okonomiyaki, traditional Japanese sweets - and carnival games for children.

Many come dressed in yukata (a light cotton summer kimono). Old and young come with fans, Japanese purses, and other traditional gear as they enjoy the evening strolling around the central part of the city.

Yoiyama Kyoto 2012Last, in certain areas. private houses open their entryways to the public to exhibit valuable family heirlooms. This custom dates back centuries and is known as the Byobu Matsuri, or Folding Screen Festival.

For those arriving on a bicycle, park along Oike Dori. Then walk. Don't even think of cycling in central Kyoto on these nights.


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Sunday, July 6, 2014

Kyoto Cycling News 6 July 2014

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Thursday, July 3, 2014

Cycling Ohara Kyoto

Ohara Farm House自転車で大原へ

Ohara is a lovely country village in the hills north of Kyoto.

It also has a gorgeous temple, Sanzenin Temple, that is well worth visiting.

From the Kitayama area of Kyoto, head up Route 367 all the way to Ohara. It is a relatively easy incline, and will take about 45 minutes from Kitayam to Ohara, if that.

Also in Ohara are Raigoin Temple, and Otonashi no Taki ("no sound waterfall").

Raigoin is about five minutes on foot up a slope from Sanzenin. It is quieter and less visited than the more famous temple below, and was founded in the middle of the ninth century.

For those with time, a 15-minute ride to the other side of the valley lies Jakkoin Temple. It was severely damaged in 2000 in a horrific act of arson but has been rebuilt.

The area is also along the Kyoto loop hiking trail that begins in Fushimi Inari and ends at Kokedera Temple.

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Sunday, June 29, 2014

World Cycling News This Week Kyoto 29 June 2014

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Tuesday, June 24, 2014

Kamo River Dining

Kawadoko Deck Kyoto京都鴨川の川床

It is that divine time of year when Kyotoites dine under the stars by the river.

Every May the restaurants along the Kamo River in central Kyoto erect decks that abut the rear of buildings and face the river.

This allows for more business - tables and chairs are set up on the decks - and a wonderful night of cold beer, cool breezes, and a great view of the mountains in the distance or the city up close, as one tucks into a delightful meal.

At many places reservations are required. However, at non-traditional restaurants - Thai, for example - or those towards the northern or southern ends of the stretch of establishments, you can usually just walk in.

Kyoto is one of the only - the only? - in which outdoor dining is part of the local culture.

The decks will be up until early September.

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Sunday, June 22, 2014

World Cycling News 22 June 2014

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