One can only understand the true fascination of Ehime by bicycle.
One can only understand the true fascination of Ehime by bicycle.
Ehime prefecture; one of the island in Shikoku, is rich with worthwhile destinations, such as the world renowned cycling road Shimanami Kaido that connects the islands of the Seto Inland Sea, as well vast nature in its oceans, mountains, and rivers, food, hot springs, art, and historical and cultural assets. Promoting cycling more than any other prefecture in Japan, Ehime is a treasure trove of cycling routes that will satisfy a wide range of cyclists, from beginners to professionals.
Welcome to Ehime, the cyclist’s paradise.
Take a cycling trip just right for you.
The cycling roads of Ehime Prefecture recommended on Cycling Ehime are each marked as either beginner, intermediate, or advanced to help you enjoy them better. Choose the route that’s just right for your cycling style.
Recommended cycling routes in Ehime Prefecture
Articles to help with your cycling
Access from Japan's major cities
Ehime is in the north west of Shikoku situated next to the Seto Inland Sea. There are two recommended ways to get here. It is only 30 minutes by bus to central Matsuyama if you take a domestic flight to Matsuyama Airport. You can also take the bullet train to either Okayama or Fukuyama and take the JR bus to the Seto Inland Sea and reach Imabari in about 1 or 2 hours.
The shortest flight time from Tokyo to Matsuyama city in Ehime Prefecture is 95 minutes.
The shortest flight time from Osaka to Matsuyama city in Ehime Prefecture is 65 minutes.
The shortest high speed ferry time from Hiroshima Prefecture to Matsuyama city in Ehime Prefecture is 80 minutes.
The shortest flight time from Fukuoka Prefecture to Matsuyama city in Ehime Prefecture is 65 minutes.
Plenty of information to help with cycling in Ehime!
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