KYOTO TANTAN Long Ride

Date of event Sun Oct 15 2023
Location of event Kyoto Prefecture
Category
  • Cycling
Official website https://kyototantan.com/

Entry

Application method First come, first served
Application period
Seaside Course Thu Aug 17 2023 11:00～Sun Oct 01 2023 23:59
Seaside Course(4th-6th graders) Thu Aug 17 2023 11:00～Sun Oct 01 2023 23:59
Forest Course Thu Aug 17 2023 11:00～Sun Oct 01 2023 23:59
Forest Course(4th-6th graders) Thu Aug 17 2023 11:00～Sun Oct 01 2023 23:59
Long ride around Tango and Chutan!

Seaside Course: 93 km
■ This course offers magnificent views along the Sea of Japan from the Tango Peninsula. 
■ You will see the diverse landscape of the Tango Peninsula, including the ria coast of San’in Kaigan Geopark, river terraces, and sea caves. 
■ You will also enjoy the views of the boathouses of Ine, designated as the Preservation Districts for Groups of Historic Buildings, and Amanohashidate, one of the three scenic spots in Japan.

Forest Course: 112 km
■ Challengers wanted!! It is also known as the “Course of Demons.” 
■ This course has many ups and downs with a maximum difference in elevation of about 400 meters. It also has an element of hill climbing. 
■ The Oeyama mountain range lies along the course and the nationally famous legends of demon slayers are said to take place here. There are also many scenic viewpoints.
■ You can enjoy the landscape of Woodland Kyoto with its rich nature consisting of mountains, villages, and rivers.
Date of event Sun Oct 15 2023
Date & time Saturday, October 14, 2023:
Check-in on the previous day (13:00 to 17:00) (scheduled)
Sunday, October 15, 2023:
Check-in on the day:
5:30 to 6:30 (scheduled)
Event:
Starts from around 6:45
Ends around 15:30
Venue Start & finish at the following:
Amanohashidate Parking (Aza Monju, Miyazu City, Kyoto Prefecture)
Course:
Kyoto Prefecture (Fukuchiyama City, Maizuru City, Ayabe City, Miyazu City, Kyotango City, Ine Town, Yosano Town)
Courses & Maximum number of participants Seaside Course: about 93 km, 10,000 yen
Course description
Round-the-Tango-Peninsula Course

Forest Course: about 112 km, 10,000 yen
Course description
Granfondo Course
*For experienced riders

Common to both courses: Entry fee for elementary school students (up to 12 years old) is 5,000 yen.

Maximum number of participants
650 riders in total

 
Entry qualifications This is not a timed race but a cycling event.
There are no traffic restrictions for other general vehicles on the course road. Follow the traffic rules, such as stopping at stop signs and red traffic lights. Do not immediately follow, ride side-by-side with, or cut in front of other bicycles. A cutoff time is set for each point. If a rider is late for the cutoff time of any aid station, they will not be allowed to continue.
◎ Healthy participants who are in the 4th grade of an elementary school or higher and have the ability to complete each course before the cutoff time 
*An elementary school student must be accompanied by a parent or equivalent (For both courses). 
◎ Those who can follow the event rules, traffic rules, and public etiquette 
◎ Those who have agreed to the terms of the pledge 
◎ Applicants must submit a bicycle inspection certificate upon check-in on the day of the event.
◎ Applicants must have bicycle insurance.
* Refer to the Ordinance on the Promotion of Safe Use of Bicycles.
Schedule (provisional) <Saturday, October 14>
13:00 to 17:00 Check-in on the previous day Miyazu City Amanohashidate Parking
<Sunday, October 15>
5:30 to 6:30  Rider and baggage check-in Miyazu City Amanohashidate Parking
6:30 to 6:45  Opening ceremony Greeting by the organizer, explanation of precautions, etc. (about 15 minutes)
From around 6:45 Seaside Course (about 93 km) Start
From around 6:46 Forest Course (about 112 km) Start
11:02 to 14:30 Seaside Course (9 km) Finish
11:55 to 15:21 Forest Course (112 km)Finish
Around 15:30 End
Booking　Accommodations Click here to book accommodations.
 
Precautions 1. The organizer will provide first aid for any injuries sustained during the event, but any further treatment is the responsibility of the participant. Any fees for treatment by a physician, including the first visit fee, must be paid by the participant. Be sure to bring your health insurance card. 2. The only insurance coverage during the event is that which is covered by the accident insurance policy purchased by the organizer. Damage to or theft of bicycles, helmets, clothes, or other items is not covered by this insurance. Purchase the necessary insurance on your own. 3. For safety reasons, the use of tires for piste bikes (for track competition) is prohibited, in principle, on all courses. Please note that the organizer does not assume any responsibility for any accidents caused by its use. 4. The entry fee that has been paid will not be refunded under any circumstances. 5. If the event is canceled on the day due to a natural disaster (wind, snow and rain warnings, earthquake, fire, etc.), the entry fee will not be refunded. 6. The right to publish images, pictures, articles, and records during the event on TV, in newspapers, magazines, and on the internet belongs to the event organizer and the planning/management company. Please understand it in advance.
  • Seaside Course
    ￥10,000
    Qualifications for participation
    Healthy men and women of junior high school age and above who have the running ability to complete each course within the time limit.
  • Seaside Course(4th-6th graders)
    ￥5,000
    Qualifications for participation
    Healthy male and female 4th-6th graders, with the running ability to complete each course within the time limit.
    ※participants must be accompanied by a parent or equivalent.
  • Forest Course
    ￥10,000
    Qualifications for participation
    Healthy men and women of junior high school age and above who have the running ability to complete each course within the time limit.
  • Forest Course(4th-6th graders)
    ￥5,000
    Qualifications for participation
    Healthy male and female 4th-6th graders, with the running ability to complete each course within the time limit.
    ※participants must be accompanied by a parent or equivalent.
Event Organizer’s Office KYOTO TANTAN Cycle Event Executive Committee Secre
Email address tantan@jtb.com