Cycling infrastructure in Tokyo -

I was thinking about writing something like this ... but Byron Kidd has done it first and saved me the time and effort. Good summary. (Click on the title below).

How is cycling infrastructure shaping up for the Tokyo Olympics?

Why Cycling Works in Tokyo

This nice explanation by Byron Kidd of "Tokyo by Bike" of how 14% of daily trips in Tokyo are made by bicycle, despite almost no bike paths or bike lanes.  Hat tip to Rob Williams on the Tokyo International Cyclists FB page.

The Gaman Spirit: Why Cycling Works in Tokyo from STREETFILMS on Vimeo.

Tokyo Metropolis Guide to Tokyo Cycling

There was an interesting article online in English language Tokyo Metropolis magazine recently entitled Roads Scholars.  You can find it here.

Did you know that Tokyo is ranked as the 10th most bicycle friendly city in the world by "Copenhagenize"?  I did not.  That 14% of everyday trips in Tokyo are by bicycle?  (14% sounds about right, given the bicycle's dominance as a mode of transport here for local shopping and to/from station and school commuting.  That compares to 2% for London and 3% for San Francisco.)

Just as important, the article highlights other English language resources and groups on cycling, including TCC, Half Fast ... and this very blog:  "a venerable blog with postings on routes around Kanto and other useful resources, which once featured hilarious posts by the blogger known as MOB, who left Japan several years ago."