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Organized in conjunction with our chosen charity and local cycle tour company Noto DMC, we recently completed a 400km+ 4-day cycling tour in and around the Noto peninsula, with 44 cyclists and 7 support crew. The 2025 ride gave participants the opportunity to visit Wajima where they met the residents recovering from the devastating 2024 earthquake, and donating international snacks to the town's children. The group also enjoyed the stunning scenery and were blessed with good weather and favourable winds!

Why do many participants keep coming back? The camaraderie, the significant personal achievement, the views, and they meet the kids for whom they are raising funds. Here are a few favourite snaps from the recent KIWL Classic.

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You don't have to be an elite cyclist. Less experienced cyclists can do it but they must commit to training in the months prior. It is a challenging endurance ride and not without risk due to riding in a group, adverse road conditions, weather, and other unforeseen circumstances. Although every effort is made to use quieter roads, cyclists need to be comfortable with riding in traffic.

Corporate sponsorships range from ¥200,000-¥1,500,000 with logos placed on our cycling kit. A company can even sponsor a day of the ride with a dedicated jersey. Companies make a direct donation to our chosen charity, ensuring that it directly benefits kids in care.

In terms of personal costs, these usually ranger from Y100-120,000 for the trip and its associated items.

‍How Can I Apply?

The 2026 ride applications will open in the month of January.