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Shimanami Kaido Cycling Route しまなみ海道

Checked October 2026 · next check January 2027 · On our list

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Visiting Shimanami Kaido Cycling Route today

  • What it is: A roughly 70 km cycle route across island-hopping bridges of the Seto Inland Sea, linking Onomichi (Hiroshima) with Imabari (Ehime), with dedicated bike lanes on most bridges.
  • Getting there: Start at Onomichi Port Terminal near JR Onomichi Station or at JR Imabari Station, both official rental terminals.
  • Hours: Onomichi Port terminal 7:00–19:00 Mar–Nov, 8:00–18:00 Dec–Feb. Imabari Station 8:00–20:00 Mar–Nov, 8:00–18:00 Dec–Feb.
  • Admission: Official rentals: standard bike adults ¥3,000/day, children ¥1,000; e-bike ¥8,000 (same-day return).
  • Tip: Beginners should allow 10 hours or more for the full route and set off by 8:00, or split it with an island overnight.
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Spring and autumn are best; summer heat and winter wind are tough

Checked against: Rental bicycles – Shimanami Japan (official) · Nishiseto Expressway – Wikipedia. Check opening times and prices before you go.

Shimanami Kaido Cycling Route on Shibuya246

We haven't been yet, so there are no photos here. The notes above come from official sources and are checked every quarter. Our own photos and story will appear here after we visit.