‘A Cyclist’s Guide to Kyushu’ is out now!

Going to Japan? Discover Kyushu by bike! Explore one of Japan’s best-kept cycling secrets with our brand-new digital guide, Cyclist’s Guide to Kyushu – Pedalling Across the Island of Fire [ISBN 978-626-93234-0-].

After living in Nagasaki and exploring much of Kyushu by bicycle, we felt this underrated region deserved its own cycling guide. Following the format you have come to know from our other guide, A Cyclist’s Guide to Kyushu takes riders up active volcanoes, through peaceful rural landscapes, and along some of Japan’s most scenic roads.

This guide is available as a downloadable PDF for your phone, tablet, or computer, this guide helps you venture beyond the usual tourist routes and discover the incredible diversity of Kyushu by bicycle. Built with the same design you loved in ‘A Cyclist’s Guide to Taiwan’, now packed into a digital version!

This mini guide features 12 handpicked routes across Kyushu, an island shaped by active volcanoes, dramatic coastlines, and rich cultural heritage. From ferry-linked island adventures and quiet coastal roads to sweeping volcanic landscapes, each route offers a unique way to explore the region.

Designed for riders of all levels, the guide includes downloadable GPX files, difficulty ratings, and curated local highlights; from scenic viewpoints to cozy cafés. Whether you’re chasing cherry blossoms, autumn colours, or simply the thrill of the ride, Kyushu offers a cycling experience that is both diverse and refreshingly off the beaten path!

Go to the shop on our website to download your copy now!