Borrow the valley's working wardrobe.
From the woven travel hats that walked this road for centuries to the bear spray the mountains quietly require. Each item rents on its own — grab exactly what your day needs, at the guesthouse, and pay on the day by card or cash.
Hinoki hat
The traditional wide travel hat of the Kiso road, woven from local hinoki cypress. Real shade, real history — and the best photo prop on the Nakasendo.
Bear bell set
The mountains here are bear country — a bell on your bag lets them hear you coming, which is exactly what you want.
Bear spray
The serious backup, with a quick how-to briefing when you pick it up. For walkers on the Yogawa-michi and riders heading up the quiet valleys.
Rashguard
For the swimming holes of Kakizore and Atera — swim the emerald pools without freezing or burning. Men's and women's sets available.
Life jacket
Float easy in the deeper pools. Pairs with the rashguard for a full river day.
Cold-weather set
Insulated layers for riding the valley in the colder months, so the descent stays a pleasure.
The one-way, hands-free way to ride — the “shuttle e-bike” — in one bundle:
- E-bike × 1
- Bear bell × 1
- Bear spray × 1
- One more gear item of your choice
- Luggage shuttle (up to 2 bags per person)