Shimanami Kaido Cycling Guide: Imabari to Onomichi
A practical decision guide to cycling the Shimanami Kaido, comparing routes, bike types, luggage options and whether to ride it in one or two days.
Shikoku is a scenic island region of Japan known for pilgrimage temples, mountain landscapes, coastal towns, rivers, hot springs, traditional culture, and destinations such as Matsuyama, Takamatsu, Kochi, Tokushima, the Iya Valley, and the Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage.
A practical decision guide to cycling the Shimanami Kaido, comparing routes, bike types, luggage options and whether to ride it in one or two days.
Planning a Shikoku trip? Compare Takamatsu, Matsuyama, Kochi, Tokushima and the Iya Valley, plus when smaller towns deserve an overnight stay.
How to experience the Shikoku 88 Temple pilgrimage in comfort: compare full walking circuits, highlights walks, self-guided trips and private-car tours.
Plan a realistic 5–7 day Shikoku loop via Takamatsu, Iya Valley, Kochi, Matsuyama and Shimanami Kaido, with concrete transport times, stays and car rental tips.