A sudden long holiday is upon us. Some of you may have already started your break, but once it actually begins, do you ever find yourself wondering what to do? This year, we have some good news with a ride project we've prepared just for you.
Golden Week 2025 / Can you get through it without riding?
Dates: Tuesday, April 29 – Tuesday, May 6
Essentials: A camera (mobile, digital, film—anything is fine). A pure and upright heart that follows traffic rules.
How to Participate: Start by loading the Mission Map
※There is no designated start time or location, so please start riding whenever you like!
How to Claim Rewards: Have your photos checked at the shop to receive prizes based on your points!
※Reward redemption is only available from April 29 to May 6.※Limited to one redemption per person.
Multiple redemptions will not be accepted.
※Rewards are available while supplies last.
We are taking the "Point Race" that Circles and Culture Club occasionally hold for anniversaries or special events, and this time, we are running it for the entire duration of the staff ride over Golden Week while significantly expanding the area!
To reach the points set on the map, it's not just about speed. You have to use your knowledge and experience to find your own route, considering the ups and downs of the roads and the most efficient order to visit them. That’s where the fun is.
We have also prepared reward items based on the points you earn, so once you’ve taken photos at the photo points, be sure to have a staff member check them at the Circles shop.
① Open the photo point map and get riding!
[Mission Map]
Click the top left to see the locations of each photo point "Mission." Centered around Nagoya where Circles is located, this ride project is entirely up to you regarding where and when you start, so head out on your bike and find them during Golden Week!
Every "Mission" is cleared by simply taking a photo. How you take the photo at each spot is up to you—you can just photograph the landmark itself, include your bike, or take a commemorative photo with friends.
The photos you take are proof of clearing the mission, so be careful not to delete or lose them.
② Redeeming your points
Once you’ve collected your photos, head to the Circles shop!
Show your photos to the staff, and they will tally your points.
Once your points are confirmed, trade them on the spot for your reward! (We expect it to be busy during Golden Week, so please leave yourself plenty of time when you visit.)
③ The prizes you’re curious about...
50 points: 300 Yen OFF Coupon
A 300 Yen OFF coupon to use on your shopping at Circles. We will provide it via a coupon code. Saving it for that "big purchase" down the road is also a good strategy.
＊Coupons are valid for one year from the date of issue.
100 points: TANASCO Bottle 26oz
The hot season when you can't go without hydration is coming soon. This is the perfect bottle to quench your thirst, keeping things both "spicy" and "fresh."
※Choose your favorite of either Red Pepper or Green Pepper.
200 points: Circles Special Order T-Shirt
We’ll give you your choice of one of our original Circles T-shirts, which are practically becoming the Circles uniform.
※RAL Merino series excluded. Please note that availability depends on color and size stock.
Since you can challenge this at any time during the period, you can spend your time checking the weather forecast, planning with friends, riding around the city to collect points, or even planning a trip to a distant point using your own power or a train. There are so many ways to enjoy this ride project!
Finally, be sure to finish your Golden Week by ending your ride at Circles!