- Hello Cycling is a Japanese bicycle rental service accessible via an app, offering electric-assist bikes and the flexibility to return them at various docking stations.
- Two reporters tested the service by cycling as far as possible from Tokyo in eight hours, with one heading east and the other southwest, exchanging bikes to manage battery life and tire pressure.
- One reporter cycled 70 kilometers (43.5 miles) and covered 96 kilometers total, and incurred costs of 5,360 yen, while the other cycled 63 kilometers and 71 kilometers total for 6,040 yen, demonstrating a unique way to experience the city and surrounding areas.

A: Did you hear about that article about renting bikes in Tokyo?

B: No, what happened?

A: Apparently, these reporters, Go and P.K., tried riding Hello Cycling bikes as far as they could from downtown Tokyo!

B: Wow, really? What's Hello Cycling?

A: It's this rental bike service. You use an app to find a bike, pay with your card, and then you can return it at any dock! It's really convenient.

B: Sounds easy! So, how far did they go?

A: Go went about 43 miles, and P.K. went about 44 miles. They ended up in different prefectures!

A: They rented bikes for up to 12 hours to try this challenge.

B: That's a long time! I wonder how much it cost?

A: Go spent a little less, around $35, because he swapped bikes a few more times. It's cheaper if you stick with one bike longer, but they needed new batteries!

B: Oh, I bet they had to check the batteries and tires too, right?

A: Yep! That’s what experienced users recommend. And if you’re going really far, they suggest bringing a phone mount for GPS.

B: That’s a good idea! Sounds like a fun adventure!



A: It does! They said it was a good workout, but Go was glad he wore padded shorts!