Better Bicycles rents its own specially made bicycles.
Our shop is close to a ferry dock, one of the starting points of Shimanami Kaido.
You’ll be just minutes away from enjoying cycling.
Why not have a blast on the world renowned cycling course,
the Shimanami Kaido, on a “Better Bicycle”?
Also, for those considering purchasing one of our bikes,
you can first rent one and try it out!

– Suitable height:170~185cm/5’7″~6’1″
– 8 speed gears
– Number of units:4

An upright bike that’s recommended for women and petite people.
Its frame is easy to straddle and ride comfortably upright.

– Suitable height:155~170cm/5’1″~5’7″
– 7 speed gears
– Horizontal frame
– 700c tires (About 27 inches)
– Number of units: 6

Featuring a large basket with an outstanding load capacity,
it’s useful for carrying lots of souvenirs back with you!

– Suitable height:160~175cm/5’3″~5’9″
– 7 speed gears
– Front：20inch　Rear:26inch
– Number of units:2

– Suitable height:145~160cm/4’9″~5’3″
– 7 speed gears
– Number of units:1

An electric bybrid bike with a highly rigid, lightweight aluminium frame and a powerful electric unit for an active and nimble riding feel. This model is easy to ride and recommended for beginners.
Suitable height:
S size/144~181cm/4’9″~5’11”,
M size/152~190cm/4’11″~6’3″

– 8 speed gears
– Maximum travel distance: approx. 85 km.
– Number of units: 2 / S size, 3 / M size

Easy to straddle and lightweight, this compact small-wheeled electric bicycle can be used for a wide range of activities, from city touring walks to riding the Shimanami Kaido cycling road. The basket makes it easy to carry luggage.
Suitable height: 142~173cm/4’8″~5’8″

– 3 speed gears
– Maximum travel distance: approx. 88 km
– Number of units: 2

This small-wheeled compact electric bicycle is the latest of our range and offers excellent stability for those who have a lot of luggage for overnight stays, or It can also be fitted with children seats for you to enjoy the Shimanami Kaido cycling road with your kids.

– Suitable height: 150~180cm/4’11″~5’11”
– 8 speed gears
– Maximum load on rear carrier: 50 kg
– Maximum travel distance: approx. 115 km
– Number of units: 4

The most enjoyable e-bike on the Shimanami Kaido, this latest model features a highly rigid, lightweight frame comparable to the latest road bikes and is equipped with a high-performance SHIMANO unit.
The battery range is up to 140 km, and the large rear carrier with excellent load capacity makes it ideal for Shimanami touring while staying overnight.

– Suitable height: 175-190 cm/68‘9″~74’8″
– 9-speed gears
– Number of units: 2

A road bike with a supple chromoly frame for a comfortable ride. The single front chainring prevents chain trouble and is easy to use even for first-time riders.

– Suitable height: 165-175cm/5’5″~5’9″
– 10 speed gears
– Number of units: 1

Calamita is a Japanese chromoly road brand.
Despite its classical appearance, it is lightweight at 9.5 kg with a carbon fork.
Enjoy the smooth and mild ride in the Shimanami area.

– Suitable height: 165-175cm/5’5″~5’9″
– 18 speed gears
– Number of units: 1

Special edition lightweight and rigid aluminium frame road bike, recommended for those who want to swiftly ride the Shimanami Kaido cycling road.

– Suitable height: 170-180 cm/5’7″~5’11”
– 20 speed gears
– Number of units: 1

Aluminium road bike from German bike manufacturer CANYON, in the smallest size (3XS), suitable for smaller riders, with SHIMANO 105 grade components for smooth cycling in the Shimanami.

– Suitable height: 152-165 cm/59‘8″~65’0′”
– 22 speed gears
– Number of units: 1

A simple children bicycle with no gearshift, and light pedalling even with children’s strength. Enjoy cycling with the whole family.

– Suitable height: 115-130 cm/3’9″~4’3″
– Single gear
– Number of units: 2

• Our Rental bike cannot be drop-off. Please return the bicycle to our shop by 6pm on the day of use.
• If you require a drop-off service, you can use the return service provided by WAKKA. For charges and reservations, please check for details yourself at the website below.
  WAKKA / return service
• A charger is available at no charge for guests who use electric bicycles for at least two days. Please charge the battery at your hotel.
• Please make sure to inform us by e-mail about cancellations or changes in arrival time. If one hour has elapsed from the reserved time without prior notification, the booking will be deemed cancelled and 100% of the rental fee will be charged.
• Our rental bicycles are not equipped with chain covers, so please refrain from wearing wide bottomed bottoms and shoes with exposed toes. Our staff reserves the right to refuse use of the bicycles if we deem them to be dangerous.
• We provide free lockers so that you can enjoy cycling light. If you have large luggage that does not fit in the lockers, we will be happy to store it at the counter.
• Helmets are available free of charge.