Katharina Handwerker’s 2,000-kilometer bikepacking journey from Kyoto to Hokkaido takes her right through Japan’s fascinating landscapes and cultures. Amid hot springs, volcanoes, and convenience stores, she talks about the balance between careful planning and spontaneous freedom, about elevation gains, headwinds, and the very special feeling of being out on the road alone with herself and her bike. An episode about courage, encounters—and what happens when you just set off.

Please note: This podcast episode is available in German only.