Start Point

JR Yodo Line Matsumaru Station & Michi-no-Eki Nijinomori Park Matsuno

Your day begins at Matsumaru Station on the JR Yodo Line. You can rent an e-bike (3,000 yen per day, reservation required) at “Michi-no-Eki (roadside station) Nijinomori Park Matsuno,” located a 7-minute walk away across the Hiromi River. This facility also houses “Osakana-kan,” an aquarium featuring creatures from the Shimanto River, which is well worth a visit before your ride. Once you have your bike, head back to Matsumaru Station and board the Yodo Line. This train operates as a “Cycle Train,” allowing you to bring your bike on board without needing to disassemble it or use a bike bag. After a 40-minute scenic train journey, you will arrive at Tokawa Station, where your cycling adventure begins.
*Operates on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays only.
*Limited to 5 people (5 bikes) per train.
*Standard fare only (no additional fee for bringing a bicycle).

Address: 1510-1 Nobono, Matsuno-cho, Kitauwa-gun, EhimeView on Google Maps

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2.3 km point

 Michi-no-Eki Shimanto Toowa

Shortly after leaving Tokawa Station and heading downstream along the Shimanto River, you will reach “Michi-no-Eki Shimanto Toowa.” This area is famous for chestnuts, and the “shimanto ochakuri café” on-site is highly popular for its freshly made Mont Blanc. The black tea served here is made from 100% Shimanto tea leaves, offering a true taste of the region. The roadside station is filled with a vast selection of local snacks, with the most popular being “Shio-kenpi” (salty-sweet potato sticks). With many chestnut sweets available in small packages, they make perfect energy snacks for the road ahead.

Address: 62-9 Toowakawaguchi, Shimanto-cho, Takaoka-gun, KochiView on Google Maps

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10.6 km point

Nagaoi Chinkabashi (Submersible Bridge)

The “Chinkabashi” or submersible bridge is an iconic symbol of the Shimanto River. Primarily built of stone, these bridges are designed without railings to withstand being submerged during floods and are still used by locals today. The bridges along the Shimanto River are designated as Important Cultural Landscapes of Japan. Reflecting on the local lifestyle and history while riding across is one of the highlights of this trip. You can see many fish swimming in the crystal-clear water, but remember to keep your eyes on the road while riding!

Address: Nishitosa Nagaoi, Shimanto, KochiView on Google Maps

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13.4 km point

Michi-no-Eki Yotte Nishi-Tosa

Located at the confluence of the Shimanto and Hiromi Rivers, “Michi-no-Eki Yotte Nishi-Tosa” follows the concept of “Tennen” (natural/local). From vegetables and sweets to river delicacies like ayu (sweetfish), eel, and Japanese mitten crabs, everything is sourced from the local area. The must-try here is the salt-grilled ayu. Available in three sizes (Small: 300 yen, Medium: 500 yen, Large: 1,000 yen), the large ones are impressively sized and very satisfying. The tender, clean-tasting flesh (with no fishy smell) and the perfect touch of salt provide a great boost during your ride. For something unique, try the fried butterfly-cut ayu (300 yen).
[Hours] 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Address: 2410-3 Nishitosa Ekawasaki, Shimanto, KochiView on Google Maps

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40.3 km point

Nametoko Visitor Center Mannen-so

After riding along the Hiromi River and the JR Yodo Line, head south as you approach the finish point at Matsumaru Station. This section is mostly uphill, but the power of your e-bike will make it a breeze. As you go deeper into the mountains and mountain streams appear by the roadside, you have reached Nametoko Gorge. The “Nametoko Visitor Center Mannen-so,” which was renovated in April 2025, offers a place for rest and light meals. It also serves as a hub for outdoor activities like canyoning and hiking, allowing you to fully experience the area’s natural beauty in combination with your cycling trip.
[Hours] 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Address: Nametoko Gorge, Meguro, Matsuno-cho, Kitauwa-gun, EhimeView on Google Maps

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40.3 km point

fork_spoon Wild Pizzeria Selvaggio

Enjoy exquisite pizza at “Selvaggio,” which proudly calls itself a “Wild Pizzeria.” Supervised by Chef Masakazu Iwasawa, the owner of “PIZZERIA GTALIA DA FILIPPO” in Tokyo and an award-winner in Neapolitan pizza world championships, the restaurant serves pizzas made with an abundance of Ehime ingredients. The special flour, developed with a Hokkaido milling company, is known for its incredible aroma because it is fresh and doesn’t dry out during long transport. Savor a masterpiece made with dough kneaded using Nametoko’s soft water and topped with the finest local ingredients!
[Open] Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM (Last order: 2:00 PM)
*Dinner requires a reservation.

Address: Nametoko Gorge, Meguro, Matsuno-cho, Kitauwa-gun, EhimeView on Google Maps

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54 km point

Matsumaru Station

After returning your rental e-bike at “Nijinomori Park Osakana-kan,” walk back to Matsumaru Station, where you boarded the train this morning. This unique station features a hot spring (Onsen) on the second floor! You can wash off your sweat in the Onsen and refresh yourself before catching your train home. If you’re short on time, even a quick soak in the free foot bath will help ease your fatigue.

Address: Matsumaru, Matsuno-cho, Kitauwa-gun, EhimeView on Google Maps