Ehime

Osaka Prefecture is a special one! Not only does it have the second largest city (Osaka City), it’s one of only two prefectures to be classed as an “urban prefecture”, so instead of being called Osaka-ken in Japanese, it’s Osaka-fu. It’s also the centre of the Kansai region, alongside other major prefectures like Kyoto and […]

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Surrounded by the tranquil Seto Inland Sea and the dynamic Pacific Ocean, Shikoku has everything a traveler could wish for: seas, mountains, rivers, delicious food, traditional culture, and a long and fascinating history. We are sure that in Shikoku you will find an abundance of attractions that will create memories to last a lifetime.

This is one of the most beautiful unmanned stations in Japan, 📍Shimonada Station It’s not very common to visit a train station when traveling, but there’s an exception if you’re traveling to Ehime prefecture or nearby areas in the Shikoku Region.🩵 Though there’s not much to do in the area, you can enjoy the spectacular view of the Seto Inland Sea. Right outside the station, there’s a coffee truck where you can relax with some coffee or try their special mandarin juice, as Ehime Prefecture…

The Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Trails have been registered as UNESCO World Heritage. They connect various sacred shrines e.g. the Kumano Sanzan.

We talked to Kazunari Utsunomiya, who has worked as a Shimanami Kaido guide for over 10 years and is involved in developing the cycling trip itineraries. We asked him for tips on completing the Seto Inland Sea crossing and where we should stop off on the way.