Miyama is much bigger than Osaka City, but the population is very small.
The name “Miyama” itself means “beautiful mountains.” And as you can see, the name really matches the landscape.
About 96% of this area is covered by mountains and forests. So basically… almost everything around us is mountains and forests. People live only in small open spaces between them.
Because of this, Miyama is very quiet, the air is clean, and at night you can enjoy a sky full of stars.
Hello, I’m your local cycling guide in Miyama, Kyoto.
I run Peaceful Cycling Tour to share the quiet beauty of Miyama with visitors from around the world. This area is known for its thatched-roof houses, clear rivers, green mountains, and peaceful satoyama landscapes.
My tour is not about speed or distance. It is about enjoying the countryside slowly, meeting local scenery, and feeling the calm rhythm of rural Japan.
