Travel Guides
Shimanami Kaido Guides
Cycling, sightseeing and trip planning: everything you need to plan a journey along the Shimanami Kaido.
Complete Cycling Guide
Route overview, how to rent a bike, prices, tips for beginners and a packing list. The guide to read before you ride the Shimanami Kaido.
Sample Itineraries (2 Days / 3 Days)
Detailed 2-day and 3-day plans starting from Onomichi, shown as timelines. A practical mix of sightseeing, meals and places to stay.
Complete Onomichi Guide
Senkoji, Cat Alley and the Temple Walk, Onomichi ramen and pudding, and how to get there. An introduction to visiting Onomichi.
Island-by-Island Highlights
Mukaishima, Innoshima, Ikuchijima, Omishima, Hakatajima and Oshima compared: the character, top spots, local food and how long to stay on each of the six islands.
When to Visit
When is the best season for the Shimanami Kaido? Spring cherry blossoms, summer sea, autumn views and clear winter air, with what to know for each season and a month-by-month chart.