Ibaraki K1 Ride
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The K1 Ride suits riders who want to circle Kasumigaura with food stops on the Ring-Ring Road at the end of November, and its 5:30 start means a night in Tsuchiura first.
Dates and hours
- November 29, 2026Confirmedsourcechecked Oct 11, 2026
The Ring-Ring Road's council runs the K1 Ride around Kasumigaura, and the 2026 ride on 29 November is its fifth. Courses run from a 36 km beginner ride to the 126 km long ride, which takes 1,250 riders, and two options swap part of the ride for the Cycruise boat across the lake. Aid stations hand out food from the towns along the route.
Standard entries run until 31 October 2026 or until each course fills. A premium plan for 50 riders adds a commemorative jersey and parking near the start.
Worth knowing
- Stay in Tsuchiura the night before; the start opens at 5:30.
Quick answers about Ibaraki K1 Rideよくある質問
When is the 2026 Ibaraki K1 Ride?
The 2026 Ibaraki K1 Ride takes place on Sunday 29 November, starting and finishing at J:COM Field Tsuchiura.
What are the opening hours of Ibaraki K1 Ride?
Ibaraki K1 Ride is open in 2026 the event runs from 5:30 to 16:00.
How long are the Ibaraki K1 Ride courses?
Ibaraki K1 Ride publishes 5 courses: Long Ride at 126 km, Middle Ride at 94 km, Half Ride plus Cycruise boat at 57 km, Cycruise boat plus Half Ride at 47 km, Beginner Ride at 36 km, by the organiser's figures.