This page displays several web pages introducing the history of the Shimanami Kaido. I have written articles that offer my own interpretation of these little-known stories, such as how the bridges of the Shimanami Kaido were opened, how the bicycle rental service has evolved, and why it has become one of Japan's leading cycling courses.
The 45-Year history of the Shimanami Kaido bridges leading up to their opening
All the bridges of the Shimanami Kaido opened ...
Shimanami Kaido and CNN’s 7 Best Bike Routes in the World (2014)
In 2014, the Shimanami Kaido was selected for ...
25 Years of change: Public bicycle rentals on the Shimanami Kaido
Using public bicycle rental usage data from t ...
How international travelers are changing cycling on the Shimanami Kaido
Using bicycle traffic counts and country-by-c ...
