Cycling trip to
Ehime and the Shimanami Kaido
LET'S SHIMANAMI CYCLING
The Shimanami Kaido draws cyclists from all over the world! The Shimanami Kaido is Japan’s first roadway to allow cyclists to cross ocean straits. Let an exhilarating sense of speed overtake your entire body as you fly above the ocean on one of the world’s most renowned cycling roads. Plus, the road is so stunning--so packed with gorgeous vistas of the Seto Inland Sea dotted with its beautiful islands and their fun island activities--that you’ll never quite be able to take it all in. If you like cycling, you’ve got come out and join us on the Shimanami Kaido!
A sample itinerary for enjoying the Shimanami Kaido
We will introduce routes and recommended spots from the many cycling courses by theme. You can decide how to create a route depending on the length of your stay and the points you want to prioritize. Try to find the perfect theme for you!
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Day trip Themed Courses 大三島（今治市）
Enjoy Cycling Around Omishima—Shimanami Kaido’s Largest Island!
As the island with the largest area of Shimanami K...
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- 43km
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Intermediate
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one day Themed Courses 伊予灘・佐田岬（八幡浜市・大洲市・伊予市・伊方町）
Enjoy Scenic Cycling to the Westernmost Tip of Shikoku While Feeling the Iyonada Sea Breeze
This article introduces a trip from Iyo City to Ca...
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- 150km
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Intermediate
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Advanced
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day trip Themed Courses 大島（今治市）
Peddle Around Oshima Island to Enjoy a Short But Fulfilling Cycling Trip
Shimanami Kaido, which was designated as a nationa...
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- 40km
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Beginners
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Intermediate
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Day trip Themed Courses 松山市・東温市・砥部町
Tobe Ware Cycling: Pottery Tour on an E-Bike! A Pottery Village with over 250 Years of History
Tobe is a town famous for its “Tobe ware” pottery,...
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- 30km
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Beginners
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one day or Two days, one night Themed Courses 西予市・久万高原町
Riding Through the Shikoku Karst, a Lofty Plateau of the one of Japan's top three karsts!
The Shikoku Karst, one of Japan’s three major kars...
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- 47km
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Intermediate
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Advanced
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Activities to enjoy on the Shimanami Kaido
Watch the Shimanami Cycling Trip Video
Note: The video was filmed with special permission for promotional purposes. Please follow the rules when riding on public roads.
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Cycling routes by area
Ehime Prefecture has many official original cycling courses, including the world-famous Shimanami Kaido, said to be a cycling mecca.
You're sure to find a course that suits your cycling level and that you can ride comfortably!
Search by Area
Area List Course
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Shimanami Kaido
- Oshima and Hakata Island Loop -【27.2km】Streak through Oshima Island and Hakata Island in the Seto Inland Sea
27.2km
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Shimanami Kaido - Omishima loop -
【43.1km】Travel around Ehime preif’s northernmost and the largest island; Omishima
43.1km
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Complete the Shimanami Kaido
【87.7km】Travel across Imabari city, Ehime preif to Onomichi city, Hiroshima preif
87.7km
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The Yumeshima Kaido Cycling Route
【45.9 km】Cycle four remote islands on the east side of the Shimanami Kaido
63.1km
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Besshi–Suiha Flower View Cycling Course
【139.6km】Cycle the mountains running east to west across Shikoku’s interior
139.6km
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Uchiko–Nakaiyo Rural Cycling Course
【82.6 km】Tour beautiful rural villages in the vicinity of Ehime’s Tobe Town, the start- and goal-point
82.6km
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Imabari-Dogo Hamakaze Sea Route
【66.8 km】See Ehime Prefecture’s best sights in one beautiful ride
66.8km
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Imabari-Saijo Hot Springs Cycling Course
【60.7 km】Tour a hot spring region straddling Imabari and Saijo Cities
60.7km
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Uwajima - Shimanto Dandan Kaido
(Mima to Towa)【38.1km】Streak through Uwajima mountains to Shimanto riverside
38.1km
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Iyonada / Cape Sada Setokaze Kaido
【81.8km】Travel across Japan's longest island; Cape Sada
81.8km
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Mount Ishizuchi Roadway
【147.0km】A superb view road commanding West Japan's highest peak; Ishizuchi Mt.
147.0km
Level Guide
At CYCLING EHIME, we display marks for three levels of riders: "Beginner," "Intermediate," and "Advanced" to help you enjoy Ehime's many cycling roads even more.Use these marks as your guide and enjoy cycling that suits your style.
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Beginners-Just For Fun-
This level is recommended for those who want to try their first bicycle trip. Ehime's bicycle trips are full of attractions, such as riding the Shimanami Kaido in a casual manner by renting a bicycle or e-bike, or visiting sightseeing spots efficiently. We introduce cycling routes that even those who are not confident about their physical fitness can enjoy without any difficulty, making it ideal for a trip with friends or family.
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Intermediate-Fun&Fitness-
Fun & Fitness” is the recommended level for those who want to enjoy cycling routes in Ehime Prefecture at a casual pace or those who want to go a little further afield by bicycle. For those who ride bicycles two or three times a week, or those who regularly exercise their bodies by jogging or walking, you can refer to this level mark for routes where you can enjoy cycling at a comfortable pace. You will be able to experience the excitement of reaching your destination on your own!
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Advanced-Challenging-
This level is recommended for those who want to enjoy Ehime Prefecture with their regular car. We have a selection of courses that will satisfy longtime cycling enthusiasts and veterans who have competed in many races. From hard mountain roads to the seaside overlooking the Seto Inland Sea, enjoy every route while feeling the magnificent nature.
Traveling in Ehime
The prefecture's name, "Ehime," was taken from the name of a goddess who appears in the mythology of the Kojiki, Japan's oldest surviving book, written 1,300 years ago. The prefecture is warm throughout the year, with little precipitation, typhoons, or snowfall, making it a mild climate that is perfect for cycling.
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