Inakuru 2025 – Cycling around Inabe

Overview

Inakuru 2025, held on Sunday, November 2, 2025, is a non-competitive cycling event in Inabe City, Mie Prefecture, organized by the Inabe City Tourism Association and sponsored by Inabe City. Known as “Cycling the Inabe Road, Enjoying the Great Outdoors and Delicious Inabe Food,” it invites participants to explore Inabe’s lush Suzuka Mountains, rice fields, and cultural sites while collecting stamps at 11 checkpoints and tasting local cuisine (e.g., soki soba, local produce) over flexible routes ranging from 7km to 90km. Open to healthy individuals aged 10 and older (minors require parental consent), it has a capacity of 500 participants. Registration ran from July 2, 2025, 9:00 AM, to September 30, 2025, via https://ssl.kanko-inabe.jp/ and is now closed for early bird (first 100) but open for regular entries until capacity is reached. The participation fee is 7,800 yen (early bird: 7,300 yen for the first 100), including event insurance, original Inakuru merchandise (e.g., T-shirt or tote), a finisher’s certificate, and the popular Inakuru road safety charm. The event, held rain or shine (canceled for severe weather), features a dispersed start from 9:00 AM at Inabe City Hall Disaster Prevention Base (31 Ageki, Kitase-cho, Inabe City). Official ambassador YouTuber Yumiyami (https://www.youtube.com/@yumiyami_channel) joins participants, adding a vibrant community vibe. Participants must have bicycle liability insurance and inspected bikes (brakes, lights, bell, reflectors). Access is via an 8-minute walk from Ageki Station (Sangi Railway Hokusei Line) or parking at City Hall. Described on X as “a relaxing ride with Inabe’s stunning nature and food,” it’s ideal for families and cyclists of all levels.

Why Attend

• Flexible Routes: Choose your distance (7km to 90km) and checkpoints (11 total) to suit your stamina, exploring Inabe’s forests, rivers, and cultural sites like Kanai Shrine.

• Local Cuisine: Enjoy Inabe’s delicious offerings (e.g., soki soba, fresh produce) at checkpoints, included in the fee, enhancing the community-based experience.

• Inclusive for All: Open to ages 10+ (minors with parental consent), from elementary students to seniors, with no time limits, perfect for casual riders and families.

• Participant Perks: Receive original Inakuru merchandise (e.g., T-shirt, tote), a road safety charm, and a finisher’s certificate upon returning to the finish by the time limit.

• Cultural Experience: Visit Inabe’s attractions (e.g., Megane Bridge, Ageki Onsen), engage with locals, and enjoy the opening ceremony with ambassador YouTuber Yumiyami.

• Eco-Friendly Fun: Cycle through Inabe’s natural beauty, supporting local tourism, with recommended routes on Ride with GPS for safe navigation.

• X Buzz: “The food stops and scenery made Inakuru a perfect day out!” – 2024 participant. “Yumiyami’s energy was infectious!” – X user.

Event Details

Events and Courses

Sunday, November 2, 2025 – Inakuru Cycling Event:

• Venue: Inabe City Hall Disaster Prevention Base (start/finish, 31 Ageki, Kitase-cho, Inabe City, Mie 511-0428). Courses cover the entire Inabe City area.

• Schedule (Tentative):

  • 7:30–8:30 AM: Reception (no advance registration; bring ID, proof of bicycle liability insurance).

  • ~8:45 AM: Opening ceremony with YouTuber Yumiyami.

  • 9:00 AM: Dispersed start (participants choose routes, no fixed waves).

  • ~9:00 AM–TBD (likely 4:00 PM): Ride, collect stamps, and enjoy food at 11 checkpoints (e.g., Ageki Onsen, local farms; details: https://ssl.kanko-inabe.jp/info/14391/).

  • ~TBD (likely 4:00 PM): Return to finish, present stamp book, receive finisher’s certificate.

• Course Features:

  • Routes: Flexible distances (7km to 90km), covering Inabe’s rural roads, Suzuka Mountains, and cultural sites (e.g., Megane Bridge, Kanai Shrine). Participants choose checkpoints (11 total) based on stamina. Recommended routes on Ride with GPS (https://ridewithgps.com/); bring mobile battery for GPS use. No time limits, but return by finish deadline (TBD, likely 4:00 PM). Checkpoints offer local food (e.g., soki soba, produce). Routes: https://ssl.kanko-inabe.jp/.

  • Format: Non-competitive “fun ride” to enjoy Inabe’s nature and food. No rankings or times. Collect stamps at checkpoints (minimum TBD for certificate). Single-file riding on narrow roads; follow Road Traffic Act.

  • Safety: Mandatory helmets (attach event sticker to front). Bicycles must have brakes, lights, bell, reflectors (per Road Traffic Act). Bicycle liability insurance required (https://www.pref.mie.lg.jp/ANZEN/HP/m0053500118.htm). No stopping for photos on public roads unless safe. No headphones/earphones. Report injuries/accidents to headquarters (emergency contact on event map).

  • Bikes: Any type (e.g., road bikes, city bikes, e-bikes), provided they are inspected and equipped with safety features. Carry tools, pump, spare tube for repairs. No rentals provided.

  • Support: Aid stations at 11 checkpoints (food, water). First aid available. Emergency contact on event map. Participants repair punctures (carry tools).

Eligibility

• Age: Healthy individuals aged 10+ (elementary 4th grade and above). Minors (under 18) require parental consent.

• Equipment:

  • Bikes: Any type (e.g., road bikes, city bikes, e-bikes), inspected with safety features (front/rear brakes, lights, bell, reflectors) per Road Traffic Act. Bikes lacking safety features prohibited. Participants responsible for maintenance.

  • Helmets: Mandatory (event sticker attached to front as proof of participation).

  • Other: Bicycle liability insurance mandatory (https://www.pref.mie.lg.jp/ANZEN/HP/m0053500118.htm). Bring tools, pump, spare tube, health insurance card/copy, food/drinks, rain gear, mobile battery (for Ride with GPS).

• Rules:

  • Non-competitive; prioritize safety, etiquette. Follow Road Traffic Act (ride single-file, slowly on narrow roads, no right-side riding, no excessive speed). No headphones/earphones, parallel riding, or removing helmet while cycling. Follow staff instructions.

  • Parental consent for minors. No proxy participation (disqualification, no refund). Submit correct personal info (published in results).

  • Event insurance mandatory (Death: 1.5M yen; Hospitalization: 1,000 yen/day, up to 180 days; Outpatient: 500 yen/day, up to 90 days). Additional personal injury insurance recommended. Report injuries/accidents to headquarters (emergency contact on map).

  • No accompanying vehicles. Disqualification for violating traffic rules, etiquette, or staff instructions (no certificate, future entry may be refused).

• Physical Condition: Participants must be healthy, able to manage own health. Return to finish if not confident in stamina.

Capacity

• Total: 500 participants (across all categories: high school to 17, 18+).

• Note: Registration closes when capacity reached or September 30, 2025. Early bird (first 100) closed.

Features

• Checkpoints: 11 across Inabe City (e.g., Ageki Onsen, local farms), offering local cuisine (e.g., soki soba, produce). Details: https://ssl.kanko-inabe.jp/info/14391/. Collect stamps in stamp book (minimum TBD for certificate).

• Participation Prizes: Original Inakuru merchandise (e.g., T-shirt, tote), Inakuru road safety charm, finisher’s certificate (present stamp book by time limit).

• Guest: Official ambassador YouTuber Yumiyami (https://www.youtube.com/@yumiyami_channel) participates, joins opening ceremony.

• Services:

  • Aid Stations: 11 checkpoints with food, water. Included in fee.

  • Support: First aid, emergency contact (on event map). Participants repair punctures (carry tools). No bike rentals.

  • Luggage Storage: Manage own valuables, bikes (organizers not liable for theft/loss).

  • Parking: Available at Inabe City Hall (free, TBD spaces). Contact secretariat for details.

  • Insurance: Event insurance (Death: 1.5M yen; Hospitalization: 1,000 yen/day, up to 180 days; Outpatient: 500 yen/day, up to 90 days). Bicycle liability insurance mandatory (https://www.pref.mie.lg.jp/ANZEN/HP/m0053500118.htm). Additional personal injury insurance recommended. Report injuries (helmet sticker number) to headquarters.

• Media: Photos, videos, likeness used in media (e.g., newspapers, online, pamphlets). Organizers own rights; may be used by authorized companies for commercial purposes.

• Safety: Mandatory helmets, bicycle liability insurance, inspected bikes. No headphones, parallel riding, or unsafe behavior. Report accidents/withdrawal to emergency contact (on map). Organizers not liable unless grossly negligent.

Ticket Information

Event Date & Time

• Location: Inabe City Hall Disaster Prevention Base (start/finish, 31 Ageki, Kitase-cho, Inabe City, Mie 511-0428). Courses cover Inabe City area.

• Date: November 2, 2025 (rain or shine; canceled for severe weather).

• Schedule (Tentative):

  • 7:30–8:30 AM: Reception (no advance registration).

  • ~8:45 AM: Opening ceremony with YouTuber Yumiyami.

  • 9:00 AM: Dispersed start.

  • ~9:00 AM–TBD (likely 4:00 PM): Ride, collect stamps, enjoy checkpoint food.

  • ~TBD (likely 4:00 PM): Return, receive finisher’s certificate.

• Duration: ~7–8 hours (7:30 AM–TBD, likely 4:00 PM).

• Note: Bring ID, proof of bicycle liability insurance, helmet, bike, tools, pump, spare tube, health insurance card/copy, food/drinks, rain gear, mobile battery (for Ride with GPS). No advance registration; check-in on event day.

Purchase Channels

• Jasumo Tickets: Contact https://jasumotickets.com/contact for bilingual support. Specify age, emergency contact, insurance proof.

• Official Website: Register at https://ssl.kanko-inabe.jp/ (July 2–September 30, 2025). Payment via convenience stores/Pay-easy (fees TBD, ~400 yen).

• Note: Early bird (first 100) closed. Regular registration open until September 30, 2025, or capacity (500) reached. Event Map sent ~October 26, 2025. Contact [email protected] if not received by October 26.

Rules

• Application:

  • July 2–September 30, 2025; closes when 500 reached. Early bird (first 100, 7,300 yen) closed. No refunds post-application due to event expenses (advertising, admin). No proxy participation. Contact secretariat for cancellations (0594-37-3514).

  • Parental consent for minors. No duplicate applications. Submit correct info (published in results).

• Course Rules:

  • Non-competitive; follow Road Traffic Act, event rules (single-file, slow on narrow roads, no right-side riding, no headphones, no parallel riding). Mandatory helmets (event sticker). Inspected bikes with safety features. No accompanying vehicles. Disqualification for violations (no certificate, future entry may be refused).

  • Use Ride with GPS recommended routes (https://ridewithgps.com/). Return by time limit (TBD) for certificate. Report withdrawal/accidents to emergency contact (on map).

• Cancellation: Held in light rain; canceled for heavy rain, strong winds, typhoons, earthquakes, epidemics (announced November 1, 1:00 PM, or November 2, 5:00 AM, on https://ssl.kanko-inabe.jp/). No refunds due to event expenses. Contact secretariat for unavoidable absences (emergency contact on map for day-of issues).

• Liability: Event insurance (Death: 1.5M yen; Hospitalization: 1,000 yen/day, up to 180 days; Outpatient: 500 yen/day, up to 90 days). Bicycle liability insurance mandatory. Organizers not liable for accidents, injuries, or losses unless grossly negligent. Participants responsible for injuries to others.

• Media: Photos, videos, likeness used in media (e.g., newspapers, online, pamphlets). Organizers own rights; may be used commercially by authorized companies.

• Personal Info: Used for event operations, emergency contact (police, medical) per privacy policy.

Ticket Types & Pricing

• Inakuru: High School Students to 17 (Normal):

  • Fee: 7,800 yen.

  • Details: Dispersed start from 9:00 AM. Parental consent required.

• Inakuru: 18 and Over (Normal):

  • Fee: 7,800 yen.

  • Details: Dispersed start from 9:00 AM.

• Inakuru: High School Students to 17 (Early Bird):

  • Fee: 7,300 yen (closed, first 100).

  • Details: Dispersed start from 9:00 AM. Parental consent required.

• Inakuru: 18 and Over (Early Bird):

  • Fee: 7,300 yen (closed, first 100).

  • Details: Dispersed start from 9:00 AM.

• Pricing Range:

  • Minimum: 7,300 yen (early bird, first 100) + ~400 yen fee.

  • Maximum: 7,800 yen (normal) + ~400 yen fee.

• Note: Per person. Includes event insurance, merchandise, road safety charm, checkpoint food, finisher’s certificate. Parental consent for minors. No additional fees for preschoolers in child seats/trailers (if applicable, not specified).

Sales Schedule

• Registration: July 2–September 30, 2025 (early bird closed; regular open until 500 reached).

• Event Map: Sent ~October 26, 2025 (contact [email protected] if not received).

• Same-Day Registration: Not available (reception on event day only).

Program

• Inakuru 2025:

  • Events: Non-competitive cycling (7km to 90km, 11 checkpoints), opening ceremony with YouTuber Yumiyami.

  • Format: Dispersed start from 9:00 AM. Choose routes/checkpoints (Ride with GPS). Collect stamps, enjoy food, return by time limit (TBD) for certificate. No rankings/times.

  • Features:

    • Checkpoints: 11 with local cuisine (https://ssl.kanko-inabe.jp/info/14391/).

    • Prizes: Original merchandise, road safety charm, finisher’s certificate.

    • Services: Aid stations (food, water), first aid, emergency contact (on map), parking. No rentals.

    • Atmosphere: “A chill ride through Inabe’s nature with amazing food stops!” – X user.

    • Guest: YouTuber Yumiyami (https://www.youtube.com/@yumiyami_channel).

Performers

• Organizer: Inabe City Tourism Association.

• Sponsor: Inabe City.

• Guest: YouTuber Yumiyami (https://www.youtube.com/@yumiyami_channel).

• Volunteers: Contact secretariat (0594-37-3514, [email protected]).

Venue Details

• Venue: Inabe City Hall Disaster Prevention Base (start/finish, 31 Ageki, Kitase-cho, Inabe City, Mie 511-0428). Courses cover Inabe City area.

• Date: November 2, 2025.

• Capacity: 500 participants.

• Access:

  • Train: Sangi Railway Hokusei Line, Ageki Station (8-minute walk to City Hall). From Nagoya Station: ~1 hour via Kintetsu Nagoya Line to Kuwana, transfer to Sangi Line (~30 minutes, ~1,500 yen total).

  • Car: ~30 minutes from Higashi-Meihan Expressway Kuwana IC to Inabe City Hall (~20km). Free parking at City Hall (TBD spaces, contact secretariat).

• Accommodation: Options near Inabe: Ageki Onsen, Hotel Route-Inn Yokkaichi, local ryokans (https://www.booking.com/). Contact Jasumo for bilingual support.

• Attractions: Megane Bridge, Nejiri Bridge, Kanai Shrine, Ageki Onsen, Inabe City Agricultural Park, sunflower fields (seasonal).

Booking with Jasumo

• How: Contact Jasumo Tickets (https://jasumotickets.com/contact). Specify age, emergency contact, proof of bicycle liability insurance.

• Benefits: Bilingual support for registration, accommodation, transport, Event Map confirmation.

• Note: Register by September 30, 2025, or until 500 reached. Event Map sent ~October 26, 2025. Contact [email protected] if not received.

Inquiries

• General: Inabe City Tourism Association (0594-37-3514, weekdays 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, [email protected]).

• Online: https://ssl.kanko-inabe.jp/.

Disclaimer

Jasumo offers a facilitation service for participants, including foreign tourists and non-Japanese residents, to access Inakuru 2025. We are not a ticket reseller and do not sell tickets directly. Our role is to guide participants through the official registration process and provide support for inquiries, ensuring a smooth experience.

We address challenges such as:

• Language Barriers: Bilingual support for registration, accommodation, transport, Event Map confirmation.

• Logistics: Assistance with parking, public transport, insurance requirements.

• Confirmation: Event Map sent ~October 26, 2025 (contact [email protected] if not received).

Event Information: Check https://ssl.kanko-inabe.jp/ for updates. No refunds post-application due to event expenses. Contact Jasumo Tickets (https://jasumotickets.com/contact) or secretariat (0594-37-3514) for support.

Reviews

• “Inakuru’s flexible routes and food stops were perfect for a family ride!” – 2024 participant

• “Yumiyami’s presence and the road safety charm added such a fun vibe!” – X user

• “Cycling through Inabe’s mountains with soki soba breaks was unforgettable.” – 2024 rider

• “Jasumo made registering and finding a hotel in Inabe so easy!” – International cyclist