Shinano-an
しなの庵Bike rentalfrom ¥200, about CAD 1.80 or USD 1.30 (October 2026 rates)Seasonal
Shinano-an rents bikes opposite JR Hotaka Station in Azumino and suits riders stepping off the Oito Line for a day among the wasabi fields and shrines. An e-bike costs ¥2,000 a day, and the shop closes from mid-December to mid-March.
What they offer
| Offering | From | Duration | Months |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bike rentalStandard bikes cost ¥1,500 a day and e-bikes ¥2,000. | ¥200 per bike, about CAD 1.80 or USD 1.30 (October 2026 rates) | From 1 hour | Mid-March to mid-December |
| Bike repairsQuick repairs on any bike, with pickup from ¥500 each way. | ¥900 each, about CAD 8.10 or USD 5.70 (October 2026 rates) | – | – |
Hotaka Station is where most people start riding Azumino, and Shinano-an sits right across the road. Standard bikes cost ¥200 an hour and e-bikes ¥300. A whole day on an e-bike comes to ¥2,000, and three days to ¥4,800.
Staying a few nights in Azumino? The shop will bring a bike to your lodging and collect it there, so you can ride straight from breakfast. It also stores suitcases free while you ride. If something breaks, call and staff bring a fresh bike or battery to you at no charge.
Worth knowing
- Book delivery by 8:30 on the day and the bike reaches your Azumino lodging by about 9:30.
Quick answers about Shinano-anよくある質問
Can I rent an e-bike at Hotaka Station in Azumino?
Yes. Shinano-an, opposite JR Hotaka Station, rents e-bikes for ¥300 an hour or ¥2,000 a day. It opens from mid-March to mid-December and closes on rainy days.
How much does Shinano-an charge?
Shinano-an lists Bike rental from ¥200 per bike (2026), about CAD 1.80 or USD 1.30 (October 2026 rates) (From 1 hour).
Does Shinano-an speak English?
Shinano-an works in Japanese.
Is Shinano-an open out of season?
Shinano-an: Shinano-an closes from mid-December to mid-March and on rainy days.