"THE ROAD RACE TOKYO TAMA 2027" Confirmed! - GCT Ambassadors Ami Inamura and Sosuke Takei to Appear! - "Pedal! Tokyo" Cycling-Themed Program to Begin Broadcast!

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government is promoting cycling, an environmentally friendly and healthy mode of transport, through various events under the "GRAND CYCLE TOKYO" initiative.

We will continue to deliver the appeal of cycling to Tokyo residents through a wide range of activities.

1. Overview of "THE ROAD RACE TOKYO TAMA 2027"

Following the cycling road race held in the Tama region during the Tokyo 2020 Games, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government is holding "THE ROAD RACE TOKYO" to carry forward its legacy. We are pleased to announce the details of the third "THE ROAD RACE TOKYO TAMA 2027" event.

(1) Date

Sunday, October 31, 2027

(2) Start and Finish Venues

- Elite Men: Start Venue: Akirudai Park, Finish Venue: Ome City

- Elite Women: Start and Finish Venue: Ome City

*Courses (Elite Men/Women) and event programs (including events at finish venues and along the course) will be announced separately once finalized.

*A circuit course is planned within Ome City.

(Reference) Scenes from the previous THE ROAD RACE TOKYO TAMA 2025

*The previous elite men's race was held as an UCI-sanctioned international cycling road race.

2. GRAND CYCLE TOKYO Ambassadors

To effectively promote GRAND CYCLE TOKYO and convey the appeal of cycling to a wide audience, Ami Inamura and Sosuke Takei will return as ambassadors this year, following their roles last year.

Ami Inamura Sosuke Takei

3. Announcement of Rainbow Ride PR Program Broadcast

A PR program showcasing cycling routes, including the Rainbow Bridge and Umi-no-Mori Park, as well as cycling-themed areas and landmarks in Tokyo, will begin broadcasting on Sunday, July 5th. Please tune in to discover the charm of "Cycling x Tokyo."

(1) Program Title: Pedal! Tokyo

(2) Broadcaster: TV Asahi (Kanto local broadcast)

(3) Broadcast Schedule

Sunday, July 5, 2026 - Sunday, August 30, 2026

Every Sunday from 11:09 PM to 11:15 PM (9 episodes planned)

(4) Cast (tentative): Ami Inamura, Sosuke Takei

(5) Content

Reporting on the appeal of various locations while cycling through the courses and visiting landmarks.

* Areas around Rainbow Bridge, Odaiba Marine Park, and Umi-no-Mori Park

* Landmarks from the Tokyo 2020 Games cycling road race

(6) Other

After the terrestrial broadcast, the program will be available for viewing on demand via TVer, ABEMA, and Teleasa Douga.

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government is undertaking various cycling-related events as part of the "GRAND CYCLE TOKYO" project to make cycling, an environmentally friendly and healthy activity, more accessible.

*Official Website (External Site Link)

https://grand-cycle-tokyo.jp/

This initiative promotes "Tokyo 2050 Strategy."

Strategy 16 Sports "Vibrant Sports Scene & Support for Sports"

<Inquiries>

Tokyo Metropolitan Government Sports Promotion Department, International Sports Division, Cycling Promotion Section

Phone: 03-5000-7420