Useful Info for When You Need Help

In the Event of an Accident

If an Accident Happens

If someone is injured, first get the injured person to safety,
then contact emergency services.

  • 119 - Ambulance
  • 110 - Police

When telephoning 119, due to signal conditions, you might be connected to a dispatcher in a different prefecture (Wakayama or Tokushima). If this happens, ask to have the call transferred to the "Awaji Broader-based Firefighting Office" (Awaji Koiki Shobo).
If you are using a rental bicycle, please contact the business you're renting from.

  • Hospital
    Hyogo Prefectural Awaji Medical Center Open other window

    Address: 1-1-137 Shioya, Sumoto, Hyogo MAP

    Phone: 0799-22-1200

  • Clinics Open on Holidays
    City of Awaji (Shizuki)

    Address: 3119-1 Shizuki, Awaji, Hyogo MAP

    Phone: 0799-62-0285

  • Clinics Open on Holidays
    Sumoto City (Minato)

    Address: Inside Sumoto City Health-Welfare Hall, 2-26 Minato, Sumoto, Hyogo Pref. MAP

    Phone: 0799-26-0022

  • Clinics Open on Holidays
    City of Minamiawaji (Kashu)

    Address: 1065-7 Kashu, Minamiawaji, Hyogo MAP

    Phone: 0799-53-1536

In the Event of Mechanical Trouble with the Bicycle

If Your Bicycle Experiences Mechanical Breakdown or Other Trouble

Businesses Performing Maintenance

  • Bicycle Hub Awaji Open other window

    Address: 103 Michi-no-Eki Higashiura Terminal Park Rest Area Higashiura Bussankan, 657 Ura, Awaji, Hyogo MAP

    Phone: 0799-70-4252

    Closed: Irregularly
    For more information, please inquire with the establishment.

  • CYCLISM AWAJI Open other window

    Address: Aquaignis Awaji, 2-28 Yumebutai, Awaji, Hyogo MAP

    Phone: 090-6662-3196

    Closed: Irregularly
    For more information, please inquire with the establishment.

  • CYCLE SPACE UZU Sumoto Store Open other window

    Address: 2-1-22 Sakae-machi, Sumoto, Hyogo MAP

    Phone: 080-7351-3351

    Closed: Wednesdays and Thursdays
    For more information, please inquire with the establishment.

Information on Loaner Air Pumps and Repair Tools

Some convenience stores and other establishments on Awaji Island provide free loaner air pumps and repair tools for bicycles.
Such establishments display the sticker shown at below, so please feel free to inquire.

Taxi Company (Pickup Service)

  • Naruto Taxi Co., Ltd. Open other window

    Address: 1529-13 Ko, Fukura, Minamiawaji, Hyogo MAP

    Phone: 0799-52-0298/0120-42-0395

    Please be sure to report any problems and ask for assistance when requesting taxi dispatch. For more information, please inquire with the establishment.

To Enjoy Safe Cycling

  • 1.

    Ride single file.

    Bicycles are considered light vehicles. Ride in single file on the left side of the roadway.

  • 2.

    Ride at a moderate speed.

    On the island's roadways, ride at a moderate speed, with consideration to local residents.
    Ride slowly and enjoy the many attractions Awaji Island offers.

  • 3.

    Wear a helmet.

    For your own safety, be sure to wear a helmet.

  • 4.

    Inspect your bike before setting out.

    Check the tire pressure, the brakes, and other areas.

  • 5.

    Additional info

    Observe traffic rules while riding.
    Help other cyclists in need of assistance.
    Greet local residents with a smile, and make an effort to interact with them.