Hi,

I could use a little advice. I commute on public transport into Tokyo every weekday, but being one of The Dead is stressing me out, so I'm thinking of cycling in instead. For a start, I was thinking of a one way commute by folding bike (Birdy), so I can fold/train for the return journey. This is maybe just to get me started - I know me, and think I'll find it tough to get on the bike and cycle home after a working day. I figure that if I can get into a routine and get fitter then I can change to two way commuting later. Extra bonus points: I have a long walk now from the station to my office, which a folder will deal with nicely on my return trip; I'm also looking forward to having access to a bike for lunchtime wanderings!

Here's my current commute and my planned cycle commute:

Current (same both directions):

10min bus ride (sometimes I walk 20 instead).
20min train ride.
15min walk.

Various waiting around makes it around an hour.

Planned bike commute:

To:
20km bike ride (door-to-door). An hour? More?

From:
5-10min bike ride to station.
Fold bike.
20 minutes train ride.
5-10min bike ride home.

Any advice from the Japan based forumites? Is 20km too far in Tokyo morning traffic?

Any general tips from anyone, particularly re mixed mode commuting by folder, would be gratefully received.

Thanks!