We spent 3 nights and 2 days hosted by Tim and Naoko. The bikes were perfect for the terrain and the fall colors and challenging routes were just what we were looking for. We highly recommend this spot as a home base for cyclists looking to explore this beautiful part of Japan. The local Onsen and yakinu restaurant were also highlights of the trip!

If you are tired of city life, GS Astuto is the best place for you to have a countryside bike adventure. It has easy access to forest road, paved road and trails. I have been there many times but still the wonderful experience surprises me every time!

Very highly recommended. Tim has great bikes and excellent local knowledge. I spent one night before a good early breakfast and then headed out for a loop as recommended by Tim which was the best 80kms I’ve ever cycled. Stunning scenery, beautiful ancient shrines, epic climbs on deserted roads and awesome food stops.

Dear friend! We didn't ask your name. But we are very glad to meet you. You repaired one of our bikes and we were able to safely continue our journey. Thanks a lot! We wish you a long and happy life in beautiful Japan. Thank you! Any traveler can safely contact you.

This was the best experience I have had with a bike rental. Not only did Tim rent me a premium bike, suitable for the riding I wanted to do, in very good condition at a fair price. He also helped me set up the bike, discussed the route according to the winter conditions, checked in to make sure I was safe when out there, provided alternative route suggestions and generally lots of knowledge. Thank you. Highly recommended. I will be back as soon as I can.

Stopped in for lunch and was super impressed! Absolutely fantastic pork burrito and English breakfast. Everything offered was superb and local ingredients make up the majority of ingredients. Highly recommend for a day trip! Love the mountain views!

I rented a bike for six days from Tim at GS Astuto. The service and product were perfect in every way. Tim was very responsive to all my questions and sized the bike perfectly. I've used GS Astuto repeatedly and its the best top-end road bike rental service in Japan. Tim and his company are true heros in the global bike community and when you choose GS Astuto you are with people that do things for love not money. Choose GS Astuto : it's wheely good!

Little gem keeping it real. Great hosts, great location with endless adventures awaiting. Good food and an incredible treasure trove of bicycles and equipment and boundless knowledge and advice to go with it. What’s not to like.