Recruiting participants for the first bicycle touring tournament in Kashiwazaki City, Niigata Prefecture|Half-price discount campaign until 7/18

In Kashiwazaki City, Niigata Prefecture, the first bicycle touring event "The 1st Bikes Beach and Burgs Inn Kashiwazaki" will be held for two days on July 2 (Sat) and 3 (Sun). The event was organized by the executive committee and supported by Kashiwazaki City and the Kashiwazaki Tourism Association.

From 5 p.m. on the first day, Saturday, the 2nd, a welcome party will be held at the Minatomachi Seaside Park "Sunset Dome" in the middle of the coastline, with the participation of participants and city officials. After the opening ceremony at 6 a.m. on Sunday 3rd, the race began. There are three courses: 50km, 70km, and 110km. After departing from Seaside Park, you will return to Seaside Park by going around the coastline, mountainous areas, mountain passes, etc., while looking at Mt. Yone, which is 993 meters above sea level, which symbolizes Kashiwazaki. On the day of the event, local elementary and junior high school students will gather to cheer on the athletes.

Recruitment targets are healthy 16 years old and older, and beginners are also possible. The participation fee is 50km (6,500 yen), 70km (7,500 yen), and 110km (9,500 yen). The number of applicants is about 150 (including support staff). To apply, Dedicated site From.

The chairman of the executive committee is Andy Wood from the United Kingdom. He is an enthusiast of cycling who has been teaching English at elementary and junior high schools in the city for the past 20 years.

In addition, Kashiwazaki City will offer a half-price discount on accommodation charges (up to 7,000 yen) until July 18 (Monday/holiday) "Rakuyaku Kashiwazaki" campaign We are implementing the following. The target is for 2 or more people, and for stays of 5,000 yen or more per person per night. Vaccination (2 or more times for prefectural residents, 3 times outside the prefecture) or negative test result.