![Day1: At Narita Skycourt YH enjoying a Japanese breakfast buffet](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103542945.eSKdwGDE.jpg) Day1: At Narita Skycourt YH enjoying a Japanese breakfast buffet |
![Andrew and Korey finally awaken. Did you say buffet! Works for me.](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/103542946.n9QS39CW.jpg) Andrew and Korey finally awaken. Did you say buffet! Works for me. |
![Ready to start the tour. We spent last night putting the bikes together.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103542947.orvB4FWz.jpg) Ready to start the tour. We spent last night putting the bikes together. |
![Shigefumi-san, a friend of a friend comes to greet us](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/103542948.k7D8larS.jpg) Shigefumi-san, a friend of a friend comes to greet us |
![Nice car! Shige offers maps and information. Very nice person.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105925397.WaSezPta.jpg) Nice car! Shige offers maps and information. Very nice person. |
![Korey checking out the convenient store. What to eat?](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103542949.dm0pVZaa.jpg) Korey checking out the convenient store. What to eat? |
![These 7 & 11 style stores will be our food source on the road](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103542950.aMzd5Ttl.jpg) These 7 & 11 style stores will be our food source on the road |
![More pic of food offerings.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105925398.h4Qhs3z6.jpg) More pic of food offerings. |
![When in Japan, you have to eat like locals.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105925399.YF6OmfEQ.jpg) When in Japan, you have to eat like locals. |
![Typical Japanese compact car. There's a tax incentive to go small & green.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105925400.0ZBC7alw.jpg) Typical Japanese compact car. There's a tax incentive to go small & green. |
![Walking the bikes over a busy road.](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/103542951.sAxbUro9.jpg) Walking the bikes over a busy road. |
![OK, my turn. This is the first of many to come.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105925401.jHhW8Szz.jpg) OK, my turn. This is the first of many to come. |
![Fuel stop, a typical storefront scene.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103542952.kQOOCvcs.jpg) Fuel stop, a typical storefront scene. |
![Catching the 6:30 ferry to Hokkaido. Didn't know it was a cruise!](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103542953.xvi6aajd.jpg) Catching the 6:30 ferry to Hokkaido. Didn't know it was a cruise! |
![In the belly of the ferry. Bike are tied along the side.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105925404.w0IFJgnN.jpg) In the belly of the ferry. Bike are tied along the side. |
![Economy sleeping quarters. Arrival is 1:00 pm the next day.](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/103542954.TNDCJztb.jpg) Economy sleeping quarters. Arrival is 1:00 pm the next day. |
![Day 2: Geno is happy with the food on the ferry.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103542955.hxppSLIY.jpg) Day 2: Geno is happy with the food on the ferry. |
![Did you say it's a buffet... We ate too much!](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105925402.1BKgRDbu.jpg) "Did you say it's a buffet..." We ate too much! |
![Coastal fog makes it difficult to enjoy the views.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103542956.34HoVtpQ.jpg) Coastal fog makes it difficult to enjoy the views. |
![Picture time kids. I'm ready to ride...](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103542957.jdoS9fJx.jpg) Picture time kids. "I'm ready to ride..." |
![Taking a break along the road while looking for our campsite.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103542958.s6rJtFoA.jpg) Taking a break along the road while looking for our campsite. |
![Our 1st campsite. We decide on a short ride.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105925405.YKTJ6IpR.jpg) Our 1st campsite. We decide on a short ride. |
![Happening upon a local food festival.](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/103542960.UqIZE08A.jpg) Happening upon a local food festival. |
![Jay and Geno paying their respects at a local shrine in Hayakita](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/103542959.MNngIKDd.jpg) Jay and Geno paying their respects at a local shrine in Hayakita |
![Jay says it`s a fundraiser for the local shrine.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103542961.KybN71Ta.jpg) Jay says it`s a fundraiser for the local shrine. |
![Traditional style seating at dinner](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103542962.f8YWj62C.jpg) Traditional style seating at dinner |
![Day 3: Breakfast stop at 7 Eleven. Now, what to eat?](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105925406.5KfNH7YN.jpg) Day 3: Breakfast stop at 7 Eleven. Now, what to eat? |
![The first of many Buddhist Temples.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543018.NUpV9iHk.jpg) The first of many Buddhist Temples. |
![Buddhist Temple](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543019.GC3ID11i.jpg) Buddhist Temple |
![Jay awaiting his lunch.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543020.MSPmoYxp.jpg) Jay awaiting his lunch. |
![I'm glad I like ramen noodles. It's the first of many.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105925407.1quKE3le.jpg) I'm glad I like ramen noodles. It's the first of many. |
![Geno's egg over rice. Yummy..](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543022.Z0Mt4NWq.jpg) Geno's egg over rice. Yummy.. |
![Owner`s of the restaurant](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543023.S7iOhep5.jpg) Owner`s of the restaurant |
![Sumimasen! Now where are we? Guess we'll go to Tomuichi instead..](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105925409.YP50i5WD.jpg) Sumimasen! Now where are we? Guess we'll go to Tomuichi instead.. |
![Rice fields such as this are typical](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543024.eybNFtJz.jpg) Rice fields such as this are typical |
![Our first Rider House was sleeping in this old train car](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543025.WHVAPfrA.jpg) Our first Rider House was sleeping in this old train car |
![Scene from Tomuichi, town of 300 people](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543026.4ULBf6Pt.jpg) Scene from Tomuichi, town of 300 people |
![Jay & Andrew talks with the locals.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105930079.qg6CYdDT.jpg) Jay & Andrew talks with the locals. |
![Takahachi shows us the local entertainment](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543027.CZBB9Isc.jpg) Takahachi shows us the local entertainment |
![A local gives us home grown tomatoes, word of travelers spreads fast in town](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543028.tF6d1HnJ.jpg) A local gives us home grown tomatoes, word of travelers spreads fast in town |
![Our sleeping quarters in the old train car](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543029.ENujGSXK.jpg) Our sleeping quarters in the old train car |
![Dinner with the Takahachi family](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543031.1GOQ5nyz.jpg) Dinner with the Takahachi family |
![Grandma Takahachi, they let us use their shower since the onsen was closed](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543032.Fq0ZgWAI.jpg) Grandma Takahachi, they let us use their shower since the onsen was closed |
![Day 4: Takahachi family sees us off.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543033.g1FlHBok.jpg) Day 4: Takahachi family sees us off. |
![Thinking about the Takahachi's. Wow! What a great start.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105930080.HNafRrQH.jpg) Thinking about the Takahachi's. Wow! What a great start. |
![Cooling down in the tatami room after a mineral hot bath.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543035.9KrEXXOm.jpg) Cooling down in the tatami room after a mineral hot bath. |
![Our stealth (free) campsite near onsen bath house. Cold night for me. 35 deg. bag not warm enough.](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/103543036.KIWuyWKj.jpg) Our stealth (free) campsite near onsen bath house. Cold night for me. 35 deg. bag not warm enough. |
![Day 5: Onion fields, unearthed to dry before harvesting](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543039.E3YCg7ge.jpg) Day 5: Onion fields, unearthed to dry before harvesting |
![Onion harvest.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105930084.xGzPxu55.jpg) Onion harvest. |
![Local bike shop; Glad we don't need parts.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105930085.29BtwmQF.jpg) Local bike shop; Glad we don't need parts. |
![Hey, don't touch my curry! Korey's favorite dish.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105930086.ilmbOw5n.jpg) "Hey, don't touch my curry!" Korey's favorite dish. |
![Sunflowers fields are a common sight.](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/103543041.VEuInIgt.jpg) Sunflowers fields are a common sight. |
![Rices fields on the road to Furano.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543044.ZaVaGI7A.jpg) Rices fields on the road to Furano. |
![Approaching the Asahidake mountains](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/103543046.bLTbm1vu.jpg) Approaching the Asahidake mountains |
![To be young again. This is Korey running after a long ride day.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105930088.kab7Rxjo.jpg) To be young again. This is Korey running after a long ride day. |
![Gardens on the hills of Furano](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543076.SM61M2Op.jpg) Gardens on the hills of Furano |
![Beautiful color through the garden](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/103543078.NeXrZG6B.jpg) Beautiful color through the garden |
![Lookout structure on top of hill.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105930089.VWPeZp2J.jpg) Lookout structure on top of hill. |
![City of Furano below.](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/105930090.nbbxtA11.jpg) City of Furano below. |
![View of Furano from the hill top](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543079.qqyEeWMa.jpg) View of Furano from the hill top |
![Volcanic mountains in the background are still releasing steam.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543080.UEO3FHyy.jpg) Volcanic mountains in the background are still releasing steam. |
![Our campground from the hill.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105930091.gcoBtvYk.jpg) Our campground from the hill. |
![Day 6: Stopping at a Buddhist temple, the workmanship is a marvel.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543081.75YsH5IF.jpg) Day 6: Stopping at a Buddhist temple, the workmanship is a marvel. |
![Checking out the temple bell. Heavy!!](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543082.UKlii5wp.jpg) Checking out the temple bell. Heavy!! |
![Roadside gardens such as this attract many tourist.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543083.paYVZmNt.jpg) Roadside gardens such as this attract many tourist. |
![The sight speaks for itself.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105930094.wRmbyg23.jpg) The sight speaks for itself. |
![g1/15/752115/3/105930095.2yhgQCQ9.jpg](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105930095.2yhgQCQ9.jpg) |
![This is beautiful just like Japan.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105930096.H6028ch6.jpg) This is beautiful just like Japan. |
![On the road to Daisetuzan National Park and the Asahidake mountains](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/103543085.1dPoqaHS.jpg) On the road to Daisetuzan National Park and the Asahidake mountains |
![We meet Satoshi on the road, he joins us for 2 days](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543086.3TZme4Fo.jpg) We meet Satoshi on the road, he joins us for 2 days |
![It's a long day with a 3,000 ft.+ ascend at the end.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105930099.3TS7g9BV.jpg) It's a long day with a 3,000 ft.+ ascend at the end. |
![Roadside break with Asahidake Mountain looming.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543163.kQu1l4jD.jpg) Roadside break with Asahidake Mountain looming. |
![Our home, a youth Hostel, after 3,000 ft. of climbing. We all share a tatami room. Too cold to camp,](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105930101.HtG7HUAt.jpg) Our home, a youth Hostel, after 3,000 ft. of climbing. We all share a tatami room. Too cold to camp, |
![Dining room in the Youth Hostel is set for dinner.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105930100.ZkFO1a0X.jpg) Dining room in the Youth Hostel is set for dinner. |
![Day 7: Tram ride to the top, Geno and Satoshi](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543164.6OZz27yP.jpg) Day 7: Tram ride to the top, Geno and Satoshi |
![So much for a rest day off the bike.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105930102.IjWheKFW.jpg) So much for a rest day off the bike. |
![Us before the arduious hike around the active volcano.](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/103543165.wF65qPL6.jpg) Us before the arduious hike around the active volcano. |
![We deicde on a clockwise 7 mile loop.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105931237.lqWeBBWu.jpg) We deicde on a clockwise 7 mile loop. |
![The dense under growth gives ways to great open views.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105931239.a68gkxKE.jpg) The dense under growth gives ways to great open views. |
![Taking a break in the natural hot pools](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543166.ntbspuDE.jpg) Taking a break in the natural hot pools |
![Only Satoshi went all the way.](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/105931240.jL34Gu14.jpg) Only Satoshi went all the way. |
![The 1st ascent. Geno's ahead as usual.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105931241.cqNKuQ0C.jpg) The 1st ascent. Geno's ahead as usual. |
![Beautiful views from the false summit.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105931243.gdVIL6c7.jpg) Beautiful views from the false summit. |
![Volcanic view from the top. It's getting windier and colder.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105931242.wNRzZBqz.jpg) Volcanic view from the top. It's getting windier and colder. |
![Final ascent must have been a 35% plus grade.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105931244.dluwCIfv.jpg) Final ascent must have been a 35% plus grade. |
![Large group at the top. Most people don't hike the loop.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105931245.K6ebaBCW.jpg) Large group at the top. Most people don't hike the loop. |
![Top of Asahidake after 6 hours of hiking. A light rain started during the descent.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543167.bdtDAspG.jpg) Top of Asahidake after 6 hours of hiking. A light rain started during the descent. |
![Andrew's hiking shoes. Locals were amazed.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105931246.ulXcNJvu.jpg) Andrew's hiking shoes. Locals were amazed. |
![Japanese style dinner after our hike. The 1,800 feet descent was a knee killer.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543168.IfGvdlaM.jpg) Japanese style dinner after our hike. The 1,800 feet descent was a knee killer. |
![Day 8: You need anything? We say goodby to Satoshi.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105931247.LyTrGb0N.jpg) Day 8: You need anything? We say goodby to Satoshi. |
![Purple ice cream. I can't pass this up.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105930092.Bl1MswOE.jpg) Purple ice cream. I can't pass this up. |
![Harvest time, sunrise is at 5:00 a.m.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543169.S3aqAeQN.jpg) Harvest time, sunrise is at 5:00 a.m. |
![Lots of clouds but no rain yet.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543170.kV0QWaeP.jpg) Lots of clouds but no rain yet. |
![An all you can eat meat dinner. They didn't know about cyclist's appetites.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105931248.PJ0qWfSj.jpg) An all you can eat meat dinner. They didn't know about cyclist's appetites. |
![Our free campsite in Shibetsu city. Met a Japanese & Korean bike tourist.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105931249.a0B54CBr.jpg) Our free campsite in Shibetsu city. Met a Japanese & Korean bike tourist. |
![Day 9: We encounter our first afternoon rain.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105931250.azm6h35P.jpg) Day 9: We encounter our first afternoon rain. |
![Glad the rain had stopped. The countryside is beautiful.](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/105931252.znt6Crpf.jpg) Glad the rain had stopped. The countryside is beautiful. |
![The views were great. Today is warmer.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105931253.JYsO2TsJ.jpg) The views were great. Today is warmer. |
![Community Structure (w/ onsen) is the only place for miles.](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/105931255.DaAODmXY.jpg) Community Structure (w/ onsen) is the only place for miles. |
![Our free campground in the countryside.](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/105931254.lWHdf7C3.jpg) Our free campground in the countryside. |
![Day 10: Local farms and gardens are a common sights.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543172.HUAlqvTS.jpg) Day 10: Local farms and gardens are a common sights. |
![Roadside break. Yesterday, we decided to head north foregoing the eastern part of Hokkaido due to time.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105931256.7mDUMGBk.jpg) Roadside break. Yesterday, we decided to head north foregoing the eastern part of Hokkaido due to time. |
![Heading to the northern most point of Hokkaido](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543173.ymgxWOs4.jpg) Heading to the northern most point of Hokkaido |
![Geno discovers a new treat at a roadside market.](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/105931257.IeR6wJfo.jpg) Geno discovers a new treat at a roadside market. |
![Farms turn to dairies as we go north. Camped on the coast at a roadside hotel w/ a campground.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543174.WcLt5dQZ.jpg) Farms turn to dairies as we go north. Camped on the coast at a roadside hotel w/ a campground. |
![Day 11: Scallops drying along the north coast. Where are the sea gulls?](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543175.pDLpMnta.jpg) Day 11: Scallops drying along the north coast. Where are the sea gulls? |
![Typical roadside map showing the area. Very helpful.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105932032.8Bj0oqM8.jpg) Typical roadside map showing the area. Very helpful. |
![We're now in dairy and windmill country.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105932035.xWuX2nk9.jpg) We're now in dairy and windmill country. |
![The northern Hokkaido coast.](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/105932041.f95j2Vzs.jpg) The northern Hokkaido coast. |
![Locals fishing from shore. Use of multiple poles is common.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105932037.KwVLkyfl.jpg) Locals fishing from shore. Use of multiple poles is common. |
![Ranches and Rice fields give way to fishing boat along the coast.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105932043.WCePulS3.jpg) Ranches and Rice fields give way to fishing boat along the coast. |
![Korean and Japanese bike tourist we met several days ago.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543176.6OeIDfCR.jpg) Korean and Japanese bike tourist we met several days ago. |
![The northern most point on Japan.](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/103543177.0xtJkytS.jpg) The northern most point on Japan. |
![North coast view from the hill above.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105932045.Sy4hKpcK.jpg) North coast view from the hill above. |
![Hilltop view of the nearby city. From here, we rode into a stiff headwind going to Wakanai city.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105932048.8uJjlsIC.jpg) Hilltop view of the nearby city. From here, we rode into a stiff headwind going to Wakanai city. |
![It was difficult to find this Rider House, but we finally succeeded.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105932050.940gezwq.jpg) It was difficult to find this Rider House, but we finally succeeded. |
![The Rider House. It's 8 to a room w/ side by side sleeping. Smoking is allowed.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105932053.Pm7NwpCs.jpg) The Rider House. It's 8 to a room w/ side by side sleeping. Smoking is allowed. |
![Gang at the Rider House in Wakanai. There were round table introductions by all.](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/103543178.QHPzIggi.jpg) Gang at the Rider House in Wakanai. There were round table introductions by all. |
![Owner of the Rider House, doing it for 18 years.](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/103543180.fVgtl4xO.jpg) Owner of the Rider House, doing it for 18 years. |
![Day 12: After a convie store breakfast, we're ready to ride to the ferry.](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/103543179.OWBU5QrK.jpg) Day 12: After a convie store breakfast, we're ready to ride to the ferry. |
![Departing at 11:10 a.m. for Rishiri Island. It's a 1:40 min ride.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105932054.A69a6Jhi.jpg) Departing at 11:10 a.m. for Rishiri Island. It's a 1:40 min ride. |
![Like before, our bikes are tied to the side. What service!](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105932056.Yoqql796.jpg) Like before, our bikes are tied to the side. What service! |
![Departing Hokkaido.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105932058.CBsJx7b0.jpg) Departing Hokkaido. |
![Rishirifuji Mountain looms as we approach the island.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105932060.LJIzTRdx.jpg) Rishirifuji Mountain looms as we approach the island. |
![Approaching Rishiri Island.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105932062.6R8kW9VM.jpg) Approaching Rishiri Island. |
![The mountain dominates the view from the island and its surroundings.](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/103543181.Qo33TJlq.jpg) The mountain dominates the view from the island and its surroundings. |
![A local directs us to a great lunch spot.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543227.LbkTD6A5.jpg) A local directs us to a great lunch spot. |
![It was great home cooking. We decide to come back for dinner.](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/103543182.Iz845LI0.jpg) It was great home cooking. We decide to come back for dinner. |
![The owner gives us advice on climbing Rishirifuji.](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/105932064.eveAt3xB.jpg) The owner gives us advice on climbing Rishirifuji. |
![Master Chef, a one man operation](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543226.stZm1jTB.jpg) Master Chef, a one man operation |
![We go for a short ride on the island.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105932067.ItfxmhGA.jpg) We go for a short ride on the island. |
![There's a bike path around part of the island.](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/103543228.5X2Wr6Q9.jpg) There's a bike path around part of the island. |
![Coastal view from the bike path.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105932069.wB7EoqCC.jpg) Coastal view from the bike path. |
![Our campsite overlooking the coast. The onsen bath house is across the roadway.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105935685.PBqBFP15.jpg) Our campsite overlooking the coast. The onsen bath house is across the roadway. |
![Day 13: Getting ready to hike Mt. Rishirifuji after biking 3 miles uphill to the start.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543230.IZCx3OuC.jpg) Day 13: Getting ready to hike Mt. Rishirifuji after biking 3 miles uphill to the start. |
![Round trip is 7 miles.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105935686.SpMBoXOS.jpg) Round trip is 7 miles. |
![It's a steep 3.5 mile ascent on tough rocky terrain.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105935687.R7Jx4jpl.jpg) It's a steep 3.5 mile ascent on tough rocky terrain. |
![The views great.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105935688.BR1rnXJ4.jpg) The views great. |
![We're glad we had the extra large rice balls (nigiri).](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/105935690.CmVEhApL.jpg) We're glad we had the extra large rice balls (nigiri). |
![The trail goes through dense undergrowth.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105935691.4u8vpTC4.jpg) The trail goes through dense undergrowth. |
![As we near the top, clouds and strong winds moved in.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105935692.K9XycMVU.jpg) As we near the top, clouds and strong winds moved in. |
![So much for the great views, We`re in the clouds and it's cold.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543233.5JjekZdh.jpg) So much for the great views, We`re in the clouds and it's cold. |
![Day 14: We caught the early ferry to Rebun Island after a wet windy night.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543257.mIJ3KEK1.jpg) Day 14: We caught the early ferry to Rebun Island after a wet windy night. |
![The main road on the island follows the eastern shore.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105935693.RvAiquBV.jpg) The main road on the island follows the eastern shore. |
![Views from Rebun Island are dominated by Mt. Rishirifuji across the water.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105935695.GYyvr65N.jpg) Views from Rebun Island are dominated by Mt. Rishirifuji across the water. |
![We road to the southern point on Rebun Island looking for the youth hostel.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543240.DUjgEepF.jpg) We road to the southern point on Rebun Island looking for the youth hostel. |
![Passed many small fishing towns, boats, nets, floats, etc.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543249.tboJwz5G.jpg) Passed many small fishing towns, boats, nets, floats, etc. |
![The fishing industry supports the local population.](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/103543255.8iyb8kI5.jpg) The fishing industry supports the local population. |
![Great view of the dramatic southwest coast. Most of the westshore can not be accessed by vehicle.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543259.JSg31uDy.jpg) Great view of the dramatic southwest coast. Most of the westshore can not be accessed by vehicle. |
![The youth hostel is located on the remote southwestern shore.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105935696.YNIhMPn6.jpg) The youth hostel is located on the remote southwestern shore. |
![Views from Rebun island as we ride north along in the eastern coast.](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/103543264.Iy1H8Epg.jpg) Views from Rebun island as we ride north along in the eastern coast. |
![Interesting technique for drying fish. It spins.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105935701.jzRyuGCq.jpg) Interesting technique for drying fish. It spins. |
![Dried seaweed.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543267.XgPmtrQU.jpg) Dried seaweed. |
![Proctect cover over the eastern road.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105935703.7y2ReZs5.jpg) Proctect cover over the eastern road. |
![Fishing villages abound.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105935704.oj9DdUaG.jpg) Fishing villages abound. |
![Most of the young people have abandoned fishing for city life.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105935705.s9LjnABc.jpg) Most of the young people have abandoned fishing for city life. |
![It's a wonderful late afternoon as I head back to the YH.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105935884.hSv850qm.jpg) It's a wonderful late afternoon as I head back to the YH. |
![View of the youth hostel below.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543270.iNHHNP1k.jpg) View of the youth hostel below. |
![Our youth hostel](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/103543262.PLpLDLSc.jpg) Our youth hostel |
![It's a 40 years old structure and a popular place for young Japanese.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105935885.EZWbqrNR.jpg) It's a 40 years old structure and a popular place for young Japanese. |
![Beds are on the second floor overlooking the large main room below.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105935886.HtoALvvW.jpg) Beds are on the second floor overlooking the large main room below. |
![Visitors at the youth hostel gather to sing & dance to the sunset. There were group sing alongs and dancing until 10:00 p.m.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543273.70uJ6FRR.jpg) Visitors at the youth hostel gather to sing & dance to the sunset. There were group sing alongs and dancing until 10:00 p.m. |
![This is a magical place.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105935887.Hx4hyDhH.jpg) This is a magical place. |
![Group saying good night to the sun.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105935888.60q6Hnin.jpg) Group saying good night to the sun. |
![Day 15: We are sent off in the morning with song and goodbye shouts.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105935889.4MVCVndT.jpg) Day 15: We are sent off in the morning with song and goodbye shouts. |
![Crowded ferry back to Hokkaido.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105935890.bsD7xCzk.jpg) Crowded ferry back to Hokkaido. |
![Typical roadside sights throughout Japan are the outdoor vending machines.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543276.uOGPGZsV.jpg) Typical roadside sights throughout Japan are the outdoor vending machines. |
![There's a headwind most of today. Mt. Rishirifuji still looms offshore as we ride south down the west coast of Hokkaido.](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/103543279.MMXBrP1d.jpg) There's a headwind most of today. Mt. Rishirifuji still looms offshore as we ride south down the west coast of Hokkaido. |
![Our Rider House in Teshio. Cheaper than camping, but very tight quarters.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105935893.KYz6xMaP.jpg) Our Rider House in Teshio. Cheaper than camping, but very tight quarters. |
![The Teshio Community Center w/ onsen was nearby.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105935891.9TaHz7bm.jpg) The Teshio Community Center w/ onsen was nearby. |
![Our dinner at the Community Center.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105935892.kwF8DG4h.jpg) Our dinner at the Community Center. |
![Day 16: Early morning fisherman working the catch.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543283.egqdN92P.jpg) Day 16: Early morning fisherman working the catch. |
![More headwinds today, 20+ mph. Lunch at restaurant in grocery store in Haboro.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105935897.RG5zPND3.jpg) More headwinds today, 20+ mph. Lunch at restaurant in grocery store in Haboro. |
![What do I want?](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105935896.CVtmYFNB.jpg) What do I want? |
![The fruits are always nicely wrapped.](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/105935894.YZUflCch.jpg) The fruits are always nicely wrapped. |
![Notice the nice looking Apple-pear (right).](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/105935895.arXBGxdf.jpg) Notice the nice looking Apple-pear (right). |
![Stopping at a historic factory; over a century old.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105935898.PuUUws59.jpg) Stopping at a historic factory; over a century old. |
![This will be 69-mile day. Shrines are in every town and city in Japan.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105935899.c65LzTAM.jpg) This will be 69-mile day. Shrines are in every town and city in Japan. |
![80 year old worker at the rider house in Rumoi city. He said he has biked in 66 countries.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543309.pwvewbfi.jpg) 80 year old worker at the rider house in Rumoi city. He said he has biked in 66 countries. |
![Rider House facilities. It's free, but donations are encouraged.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543307.XP2QB6Qa.jpg) Rider House facilities. It's free, but donations are encouraged. |
![The interior walls are lined with PIC's of past overnighters.](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/105935900.mKO50rEa.jpg) The interior walls are lined with PIC's of past overnighters. |
![Matsuda-san is on a 2-week bike tour of Hokkaido. His english is good.](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/103543308.ESrnLIv4.jpg) Matsuda-san is on a 2-week bike tour of Hokkaido. His english is good. |
![Jay enjoying his afternoon coffee and getting acquainted.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105936149.1KHiNva0.jpg) Jay enjoying his afternoon coffee and getting acquainted. |
![Our sleeping quarters on the second floor.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105935901.3vZiCz4r.jpg) Our sleeping quarters on the second floor. |
![Day 17: Pictures before leaving the Rider House. Expect it to be posted in the wall.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543310.UydqboRc.jpg) Day 17: Pictures before leaving the Rider House. Expect it to be posted in the wall. |
![It`s harvest time for the rice fields.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543311.ZRKqVzbv.jpg) It`s harvest time for the rice fields. |
![Road to Tsukigata city where we camped for 100 yen (@$1.00).](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543312.M213rIEb.jpg) Road to Tsukigata city where we camped for 100 yen (@$1.00). |
![Day 18: Korey is all ready for the expected rain. There was light rain until Sapporo; dry thereafter.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543313.siKxx68h.jpg) Day 18: Korey is all ready for the expected rain. There was light rain until Sapporo; dry thereafter. |
![Jay's favorite Japanese snack.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105936154.Zouu0Kep.jpg) Jay's favorite Japanese snack. |
![Approaching Sapporo. Rode on a lot sidewalks today to get away from traffic.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543314.QTlzzYit.jpg) Approaching Sapporo. Rode on a lot sidewalks today to get away from traffic. |
![Sumimasen! Where are we?](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105936156.k3RmiuoF.jpg) Sumimasen! Where are we? |
![Bike parking outside our youth hostel in Sapporo.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105936177.fHxLhfIi.jpg) Bike parking outside our youth hostel in Sapporo. |
![Catching the subway to downtown.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105936161.TSaaZodW.jpg) Catching the subway to downtown. |
![Sapporo at night during our visit of downtown](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103543315.5d9NRBwa.jpg) Sapporo at night during our visit of downtown |
![Food court in downtown shopping highrise.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105936164.YJEPqoHM.jpg) Food court in downtown shopping highrise. |
![What to buy! If we wait until closing time, it's discounted.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105936172.yqjTaXut.jpg) What to buy! If we wait until closing time, it's discounted. |
![MMMM, they all look so good!](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105936174.Pb8NvJJQ.jpg) MMMM, they all look so good! |
![Seeing the sights at night.](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/105936175.eOOV3bQd.jpg) Seeing the sights at night. |
![Day 19: Rest day. The TV Tower, looks like you know what.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103589877.ITlhcMgz.jpg) Day 19: Rest day. The TV Tower, looks like you know what. |
![Fountain in Odori Park, Sapporo](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/103589879.TDwYbPZ7.jpg) Fountain in Odori Park, Sapporo |
![Commuting by bike is very common](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/103589882.7tNni6an.jpg) Commuting by bike is very common |
![Former Hokkaido Gov't Office](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103589883.K0kz0ZQI.jpg) Former Hokkaido Gov't Office |
![Former Hokkaido Gov't Office](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103589885.yKFEsWRQ.jpg) Former Hokkaido Gov't Office |
![Did I say that bike commuting is common place in Sapporo?](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103589887.zQJ0X4Eq.jpg) Did I say that bike commuting is common place in Sapporo? |
![Lunch in Sapporo, one of Andrew favorite places.](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/103589888.85pndAVu.jpg) Lunch in Sapporo, one of Andrew favorite places. |
![Sapporo from the top of JR Tower. Cost 700 yen.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103589890.Rquy1ffQ.jpg) Sapporo from the top of JR Tower. Cost 700 yen. |
![Sapporo from the top of JR Tower.](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/103589892.8W6ozffS.jpg) Sapporo from the top of JR Tower. |
![Jay enjoying the view from the top.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103589894.xM5WOYmZ.jpg) Jay enjoying the view from the top. |
![You even get a view when........](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103589895.hiUIqT3U.jpg) You even get a view when........ |
![Summer Festival in Odori Park.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/103589897.zBywndou.jpg) Summer Festival in Odori Park. |
![Our dinner place at the Sapporo Beer Garden.](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/103589898.I9FhONgq.jpg) Our dinner place at the Sapporo Beer Garden. |
![It's a buffet dinner at a popular restaurant within the garden.](https://a4.pbase.com/g1/15/752115/3/105936180.O23O72tU.jpg) It's a buffet dinner at a popular restaurant within the garden. |
![It's our most expense dinner for the trip and all the lamb you can eat.](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/105936182.8YLv3r3G.jpg) It's our most expense dinner for the trip and all the lamb you can eat. |
![Night view. That's it from Sapporo, it was a great rest day.](https://a4.pbase.com/g5/15/752115/3/103589900.ln2YNK95.jpg) Night view. That's it from Sapporo, it was a great rest day. |