Synopsis

Our path leads us to Shimanami, a region of islands scattered across the Seto Inland Sea. In 1999, the Shimanami Kaido opened – a ribbon of 70 kilometers of highways and bridges that connect these islands. Prior to that, ferries had served as the primary link between them. Now, cyclists from around the globe have embraced the area's charms. Here, one can find a pace of life both unhurried and deeply rewarding, alongside cultural traditions like the cultivation of mikan oranges and the art of dry