Kakishima Kaido

"Kakishima Kaido" is a 70-km cycling road that connects JR Kure Station to Kirikushi Port in Etajima City across two bridges, the Ondo Bridge and the Hayase Bridge. The cycling road along the sea has been gaining popularity among cyclists in recent years, as they can enjoy the sea breeze and cycling in the rich nature.

The cycling course is dotted with spots to stop by. Departing from Kure, visit Ondo no Seto Park, with its beautiful cherry blossoms in spring and azaleas in early summer. The park offers a spectacular view of the Ondo Bridge and the tranquil scenery of ferry boats crossing the strait. Next, let's go to Kurahashi Island, where the mission ships of the Japanese missions to Tang China used to come and go. You can see a full-scale reconstruction of a mission ship at the Nagato Museum of Shipbuilding History, which is well worth a visit. On Etajima, you can also visit JMSDF, the First Service School (former Japanese Naval Academy), which is free of charge.

There are also restaurants where you can enjoy fresh seafood from the Seto Inland Sea, making it a great place to enjoy a day of cycling. There is also a route from Hiroshima Port to Kirikushi Port by ferry and back to Kure Station.