Setoda Sunset Beach on Ikuchijima Island, perfect for a Shimanami Kaido stopover

Choosing the Perfect Shimanami Kaido Stopover

Cycling the Shimanami Kaido is an awesome adventure, and it's best enjoyed at your pace, not rushed. While many people do cycle the whole route in a single day (and honestly kudos, my backside could never), doing a multi-day trip gives you the time to enjoy the islands, stop for...
Shimanami Kaido Islands - sunset Beach

The Islands of the Shimanami Kaido

If you're cycling the Shimanami Kaido, you're going to be passing through the islands of the Seto Inland Sea. This collection of islands takes you through some incredible views, quiet towns, and plenty of nature. In this post, I've broken down the Shimanami Kaido islands one by one, so you...
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The Ultimate Vegan Shimanami Kaido Guide

Introduction Planning a vegan Shimanami Kaido cycle? It's easier than you might think, but it does need some forward planning. In October, my husband and I visited Japan for the second time. He's a keen cyclist, but we weren't able to make the cycle happen last time round. We'd agreed...