亮点

  • Cross six islands and seven dramatic bridges
  • Dedicated, gently graded cycling lanes
  • Sea views, citrus groves and island cafes

由来与背景

The roughly 70 km Shimanami Kaido opened in 1999, linking Honshu and Shikoku and becoming a cycling destination of global renown.

Good to know for visitors

Getting there
Start near Onomichi Stn; rental cycles available Open directions in Google Maps ↗
Booking & entry
Check tickets and details on the official page (button above).
Paying
Bike rental from around 2,000 yen per day. Smaller venues in Japan are often cash-first — carry some yen (cards/IC not guaranteed).
Language
Mostly in Japanese — a translation app on your phone helps.
Good for
groups of friends, solo-goers

温馨提示

You can rent at Onomichi and return at Imabari (or vice versa). Ride one-way and take a bus or ferry back if short on time.

交通

Onomichi to Imabari, via Setouchi islands — Onomichi, Hiroshima to Imabari, Ehime

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  • Primary sources, cited
  • Variable facts dated

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