Tsuchiya Suisen Kaidou Course- TSUCHIYA SUISEN KAIDOU COURSE -
- ELEVATION GAIN 0m
- DIFFICULTY
- DISTANCE 0.6km
- DURATION 0hours
- AVERAGE GRADE 0.6%
SUMMARY- COURSE OVERVIEW -
The country road fringed with narcissus flowers meanders through terraced rice paddies and spectacular views of Northern Alps over the valley.
SEASON : mid-April to October
Starting from the Himekawa River, a solid clime continues through quaint village. Best visited during the month of April, just after the snow melts when yellow narcissus blossom along the road. White-capped Japan Alps in cystal blue sky can be seen on the way. An onsen lodge at the finish line is the hidden gem of the area: enjoy the alkali-rich hot spring that soothes the skin better than lotion.
COURSE PROFILE- COURSE MAP -
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The starting point is just after crossing the bridge on the Himekawa River near the Kudarise crossing near R148.
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At the beginning, the road continues zigzags with 7% grade steep uphill.
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Once reached quaint village, the straight road continues with uphill. Northern Japan Alps can be seen behind.
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After the tough uphill is gentle slope so you will have chance to recover your breath and enjoy the changing scenery.
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Crossing the river means left with 1km to the finish. Keep your breathing steady and go.
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Towards the peak is scarcely inhabited area tucked deep in the mountain.
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The road just before the finish line is rough ground. Be careful!
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Finish point is Buno Onsen lodge. In order not to cool your body by long downhill, it is advisable to come back afterwards by car for taking bath.
Buno Onsen☎ Tel.0261-83-3300 -
Following the farm road beyond Buno Onsen awaits even more splendid view but unfortunately the pavement is in poor condition and not for bike ride.
