Gravel Races in Japan

Spring gravel event near the Shimanami Kaido, combining island bridges with backcountry gravel roads.

Gran fondo through the Japanese Alps region.

Coastal gravel ride on the Kochi peninsula of southern Japan.

UCI Gravel World Series qualifier on the Yakurai gravel roads of north-eastern Japan, presented by Gravelking.

UCI Gravel World Series event in rural northern Japan. Mountain gravel through cedar forests and rice paddies near the Yakurai volcano.

Hybrid gravel event through Hokkaido's magnificent landscapes on paved and unpaved forest and farm roads.

Autumn gravel riding through Hokkaido lavender fields, birch forests, and volcanic landscapes. Japan northernmost island offers wide-open roads and dramatic mountain scenery.

Gravel riding around Mt. Yotei volcano in Hokkaido's adventure capital.

Gravel ride through Hokkaido's Shiretoko Peninsula, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Volcanic terrain and wilderness gravel.

Gravel race through the volcanic landscapes around Mt. Yotei on Hokkaido.

Gravel adventure meets mountain bike enduro in Japan. Incredible dirt roads and singletrack designed by RideJapan experts.

Explore rural Japan on gravel roads through rice fields, mountain villages, and temple trails.

Autumn gravel racing through the forests north of Tokyo during peak fall foliage season.

International cycling event on Japan's most scenic route. 70km connecting six islands via suspension bridges between Hiroshima and Ehime.

Gravel ride through the ancient Kumano pilgrimage trails of Wakayama Prefecture. Forest roads, shrines, and Pacific coast views.

The Eroica experience in Japan. Vintage bikes and retro cycling through the beautiful countryside of Ibaraki Prefecture, combining Italian cycling tradition with Japanese culture.

Vintage gravel adventure across the Izu peninsula with multiple distances.