Shimanami Kaido – Japan’s Scenic Cycling Dream Across the Sea

#cityplaybook #attractive #stunningview Spanning 70 kilometers across the Seto Inland Sea, the Shimanami Kaido is one of the world’s most breathtaking cycling routes—a perfect fusion of ocean views, island culture, and engineering marvels. Connecting Onomichi on Japan’s main island of Honshu to Imabari on Shikoku, this route takes riders across six islands and seven iconic bridges, each offering unforgettable vistas. Unlike anything else in Japan, the Shimanami Kaido is designed with cyclists in mind—complete with smooth bike lanes, rental stations, and signposted routes that cater to both beginners and seasoned riders. Along the way, you’ll pass lemon groves, quiet fishing villages, art museums, shrines, and white-sand beaches. Stop for local delicacies like octopus tempura or fresh citrus desserts, and don’t miss the impressive Kurushima-Kaikyō Bridge, the world’s longest series of suspension bridges. Whether you cycle the full route in a day or slow down for an overnight island-hopping journey, Shimanami Kaido offers more than a ride—it’s a journey through Japan’s coastal soul, full of serenity, charm, and open skies. #shimanamikaido #cityplaybook #cyclingjapan #setouchiviews #onomichitoimabari #islandhoppingjapan #bridgetoadventure #japantravelgoals #bikethesea #hiddenjapan #sceniccyclingroute