Cycling Shimanami Kaido with Popular Rental Cycle in Onomichi -The Cyclist Sanctuary
#Activity&Experience ,#Autumn ,#Cycling ,#Nature ,#Outdoor ,#Photogenic ,#Sea&Ocean ,#Spring ,#Summer
Shimanami Kaido is a highly-recommended tourist site in Hiroshima Prefecture for everyone who enjoys cycling. Also known as the holy place for cycling, over tens of thousands of cyclists visit this area every year. This time, we would like to introduce Shimanami Kaido, a must-visit for all cyclists.
- Contents -
About Shimanami Kaido
Shimanami Kaido is a road that connects several islands scattered in the Seto Inland Sea, situated between Onomichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture, and Imabari City, Ehime Prefecture. Although it used to be a motorway, it later came to integrate a bike path. Afterwards, it became incredibly popular among cyclists, that it is now commonly referred to as the cyclist’sanctuary.
With a total length of about 70 kilometers, the road connects Onomichi City and Imabari City, and runs through a total of 6 islands (Mukaishima, Innoshima, Ikuchishima, Omishima, Hakata, and Oshima Island.)
The Best Scenic Cycling Route in Japan
The most attractive aspects of Shimanami Kaido are its gorgeous view along the coast, and the unique and dynamic experience of crossing the ocean on your bicycle. Since it is painstakingly maintained by the city, Shimanami Kaido has a smooth road that makes it great for cycling.
There are also bicycle rental services available on-site, and you can enjoy without needing to bring your own bicycle. Moreover, many convenient cyclist-friendly facilities are existed on the route, such as cycling stations, and hotels for cyclists.
Where to Borrow Rental Cycle in Shimanami Kaido?
Shimanami Rental Cycle
This service offers you 14 terminals on the shimanami rode, so that you can pickup or leave the bike on the way!
You can borrow the cycle at the terminal, but we recommend to make a reservation before so that you can ride your favorite bike!
Shimanami Rental Cycle Onomichi Port Terminal | |
Address | Higashigoshocho, Onomichi (map) |
Open | [Mar-Nov] 7:00a.m-7:00p.m. [Dec-Feb] 8:00a.m-6:00p.m |
Website | Official Website |
Rental Price
Adult | Child | Deposite | |
Mini-belo Bike Cross Bike City Cicle |
¥1,000 | ¥300 | Adult:¥1,000 Child:¥500 |
Tandem Bike | ¥1,200 | – | |
Electric Powerd Bike | ¥1,500 | – |
The Red Bicycles Onomichi
A Helmet, a wire lock, a head light, and an inner tube replacing kit(a spare tube, tire levers) are free rent. Please make sure to send a reservation request before you go!
THE RED BICYCLES ONOMICHI | |
Address | 1-10-5 Tsuchido Onomichi (map) |
Open | 8:00-5:30 |
Website | Official Website |
Rental Price
Adult | |
1day | ¥3,500 |
2days | ¥6,000 |
Rent SPD / SPD SL pedal (option) | ¥500 |
*All charge is excluding tax(8%)
Giant Store
If you are looking for authentic bicycle, this store is perfect for you! Please make a booking through web site. You can make a booking from 60 days to 2 days (untill 15:00)prior to pickup date.
THE RED BICYCLES ONOMICHI | |
Address | 1-10-5 Tsuchido Onomichi (map) |
Open | 8:00-5:30 |
Website | Official Website |
Rental Price
5Hour | 1Day | 2Days | |
Cross Bike | ¥3,000 | ¥4,000 | ¥6,500 |
Alminum Road Bike | ¥3,500 | ¥5,000 | ¥8,000 |
Carbon Road Bike | ¥5,000 | ¥7,000 | ¥12,000 |
Premium Carbon Road Bikes | ¥9,000 | ¥13,000 | ¥20,000 |
Kid’s Bike | ¥2,000 | ¥3,000 | ¥5,000 |
Tourist Spots Near Shimanami Kaido Cycling Route
OOYAMA SHRINE
Oyama Shrine, known as the “bicycle shrine” is located in Innoshima Island. Although there are so many shrines in Japan, shrine specific for cycling safety is very rare. If you are a cyclist, why don’t you take a visit, and pray for your special journey?
OOYAMA SHRINE |
|
Address | 1424-2 Habu-cho, Innoshima, Onomichi (map) |
Open | 9 a.m-5 p.m |
Closed | None |
Website | Ooyama Shrine Official Website |
Hassakuya
The second is Hassakuya in Innoshima Island, where you can purchase Hassaku Daifuku (mochi with Hassaku orange). Containing Hassaku orange, a specialty of Innoshima Island, the Daifuku is known for its exquisite combination of sweetness and sourness of the unique citrus fruit. Hassaku Daifuku is very popular and hard to com by outside Hiroshima. I ‘d like to recommend to try them out strongly!
Hassakuya | |
Address | 246-1 Innoshima Ohama Cho, Onomichi (map) |
Open | 8 a.m- 5 p.m |
Closed | Monday&Tuesday |
Website | Hasakuya Tripadvisor |
Access to Shimanami Kaido (Onomichi Sta.) from Hiroshima City
Bullet Train+JR Train
Price:¥4,750 Time: 1h-1.5 Changes: 1time
Hiroshima Sta. ↓ Fukuyama Sta. |
JR Shinkansen (24mins) |
¥4,750 |
↓ Onomichi Sta. |
JR Sanyo Line (18mins) |
JR Train
Price:¥1,490 Time: 1.5h-2h Changes: 1time
Hiroshima Sta. ↓ Itozaki Sta. |
JR Shinkansen (1h18mins) |
¥1,490 |
↓ Onomichi Sta. |
JR Sanyo Line (7mins) |
Bus
Price:¥1,750 Time: 1.5h Changes: None
Hiroshima Bus Center ↓ Onomichi Sta. |
Highway Bus Flower Liner |
¥1,750 |
Summary
Shimanami Kaido is a place that all cyclists want to visit at least once in a life time. You will no doubt be delighted cycling while enjoying the magnificent view of the Setouchi Sea. There are also valuable tourist sites, unique delicacies, and opportunities to experience the islands’ distinct cultures. If you like cycling, and are planning to visit Hiroshima, do consider paying a visit to Shimanami Kaido.
Recent Entry
-
Enjoy Horseback Riding at Kariya Horseback Riding Club in Mihara City, 20mins from Hiroshima Airport !
-
Let’s Go to Sankeien Garden, Bursting with Hiroshima’s Charm
-
Introducing 4 Most Recommended Spots to View the Autumn Foliage
-
Kozan Lavender Hill -Enjoy Flowers of the Seasons in an Herb Garden
-
Get Unrivalled Views of Sandankyo from the Kurobuchi and Sarutobi Ferries!
-
Autumn Dahlia Festival in Sera Kogen Farm,The Largest Dahlia Garden in West Japan!