Top Imabari Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

The Kurushima Kaikyō Bridge, the world’s first triple suspension bridge, is one of the highlights of the Shimanami Kaido. As you enjoy cycling smoothly across this magnificent series of bridges on an E-cross bike, you can take in breathtaking views of one of Japan’s three fastest tidal currents flowing below, along with spectacular scenery of the surrounding islands.The tour begins at 8:00 AM and ends at 12:00 PM. It departs from the JR Imabari Station Cycling Terminal and concludes at the JR Imabari Station Cycling Terminal, where the tour ends and participants are dismissed.

Our stage is Shimanami. Shimanami is a magnificent stage where everyone can spend a wonderful time. Enjoy a healthy and wonderful view on your E-bike!

One-day course which starts and ends at 'i.i.imabari! cycle station', the cycling terminal opened in 2020 in front of JR Imabari station. Visits Imabari Castle, Hashihama area symbolizing the ship-building town Imabari. Takes a ship to Umashima island. Crosses the Kurushima Kaikyo Bridge to Oshima island. Enjoys lunch at a restaurant with a great view of the Seto Inland Sea. ●Meet at 8:30 (Start 8:45) - Imabari Castle - Hashihama 10:10 -- Umashima 10:30 -- Kurushima Kaikyo Bridge -- 12:00 (Lunch) 13:10 - (Photo spots) - Imabari station 14:30 The total distance is about 15 km. A cycling course for beginners and intermediate cyclists. Visits Imabari famous for shipbuilding and towel production, Umashima and Oshima islands. Enjoys traveling in Seto Inland Sea by boat.