Our fellow twitter superstar Tokyo By Bike organises a “Deluxe” Christmas night cycle ride around central Tokyo, this year happening on the 23rd. A gentle paced and social ride around central Tokyo – Santa outfit optional. Swing down to the Aoyama United Nations University Farmers Market at 5pm for a 5:30pm start.
See the event link below, or check out the 2013 write up to learn more.
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