Tokyo to double bike lane network to 900 km by 2030

TransportationCity receives safety complaints after new fines force riders off sidewalksWith Tokyo's cyclists having no choice but to ride on the roads, some are calling for more safety measures. (Photo by Kosuke Shinohara)KOSUKE SHINOHARAAugust 7, 2026 04:05 JSTTOKYO -- Japan's capital is working to double the network of bike lanes and related infrastructure to 900 kilometers by 2030, aiming to create a safe environment for cyclists after the introduction of fines in April forced them off sidewalks and onto busy streets.