Information

Setouchi Shimanami Kaido will be the stage for “CYCLING SHIMANAMI,”
an international event that brings together cyclists from around the world

This is a special day, held once every two years, when cyclists can experience the exhilaration of riding along the expressway main road that are normally inaccessible to cyclists, as well as the spectacular views that can only be experienced on this day. This event is truly a “cycling trip” that allows participants to experience local hospitality and culture while crossing beautiful islands in the Seto Inland Sea. There are eight different courses cycling in distance from 30 km to 140 km to suit all fitness levels and objectives.

Overview

Event name
Setouchi Shimanami Kaido International Cycling Event
CYCLING SHIMANAMI 2026
Organizer
CYCLING SHIMANAMI Executive Committee
Date
[Check-in]　Saturday,October24,2026
[Event]　Sunday,October25,2026
Location
Setouchi Shimanami Kaido and Surrounding Area
[Start]
Nishi-Seto Expressway Imabari IC 〈Imabari〉
Nishi-Seto Expressway Kurushima Kaikyo SA〈Imabari〉
Nishi-Seto Expressway Mukaishima IC 〈Onomichi〉
[Finish]
Hirokoji・Imabari Port 〈Imabari〉
Mukaishima Sports Park 〈Onomichi〉
Yuge Port 〈Kamijima〉
Type
Non-competitive public cycling event
Participants
Up to 7,000 people
How to Register
On the official website