‍Organized in conjunction with our chosen charity, our 4-day cycling tour in 2025 took us around the Noto peninsula. The ride gave participants the opportunity to visit Wajima where they met residents recovering from the devastating 2024 earthquake.

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.

Our 2026 4-day ride takes us to the beautiful prefecture of Wakayama, from May 28th to 31st. The ride will start in Maibara and end in Shin Osaka and will be approximately 500 kms. The route will include flat rivers and mountain passes so riders must be well trained for the event.

You don't have to be an elite cyclist, it is not a race. 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-¥500,000 with logos placed on our cycling kit and on our website & social media. 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 range from Y120-150,000 for the trip and its associated items. KIWL makes no profit on the trip costs.

‍How To Apply

The 2026 ride applications will open in the month of January. If you want to be included on our mailing list with details of how to apply, please email us; info@kiwl.net