Imabari Itoyama Rental Cycle

At Sunabacho, beside the approach to the Kurushima-Kaikyo Bridge, the Itoyama terminal puts cyclists close to the scenery they came to see: the strait, its currents and the route’s first major bridge. It is a different location from JR Imabari Station. Renting here shortens the initial ride through town, but visitors should plan how to reach the complex and return to the city centre afterwards.

Rentals are part of the Shimanami Japan network, with standard bicycles, electric-assist models and equipment for different riders, subject to availability. On the way to Onomichi, islands and bridges turn the distance into a succession of climbs, descents and viewpoint stops. The operator permits some models to be returned at other terminals, but that flexibility does not apply to every category. Helmets are provided; return rules, battery arrangements and deadlines should be checked for the specific bike booked.

The terminal lists opening hours of 8:00 am–7:00 pm from March through November and 8:00 am–6:00 pm in winter. Public comments about the wider complex praise the views and proximity to the route, while also mentioning queues, dated accommodation facilities and the need to choose a suitable bicycle for a long ride. For an early start, confirm transport to Itoyama, your reservation and the permitted return point. It suits riders who want to begin near the bridge; the station terminal is easier when rail connections shape the day.