Enjoy the Seto Inland Sea! How to get from Hiroshima to the Southern Ehime Prefecture
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The Southern Ehime (Southern Ehime) , is a region where you can fully enjoy the best of Japan, including activities that make use of nature such as the sea and rivers, and relaxing and tranquil old townscapes. In this article, we will introduce how to get to Southern Ehime (Southern Ehime) region fr...
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The Nanyo region of Ehime Prefecture is recommended for those who want to travel Japan at a leisurely pace. It is a region where nature, such as the sea, mountains, and rivers, coexists with old townscapes and historical heritage. There are also plenty of activities that make use of nature, and you can enjoy long-term stays of a week or more. We hope you enjoy a leisurely trip to the Nanyo region of Ehime Prefecture.
Enjoy Japan in the less touristy Southern Ehime!
The Southern Ehime is located in the southern part of the island known as Shikoku, and is an area where traditional Japanese culture and nature still remain strong. With castle towns, merchant towns, tranquil and beautiful seas and mountains, it is the perfect area for those who want to enjoy Japan without rushing. In this article, we will introduce how to get to the Southern Ehime from Hiroshima Prefecture!
For travel information about the Southern Ehime Escapes, please see this website.
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Table of Contents
- From Hiroshima Prefecture to the Southern Ehime
- Travel by boat to the Southern Ehime
- Traveling by train to the Southern Ehime
- Cycling to the Southern Ehime
- Head to the Southern Ehime by rental car
From Hiroshima Prefecture to the Southern Ehime
Hiroshima Prefecture is a very popular tourist destination with attractions such as the Shimanami Kaido and Itsukushima Shrine. After sightseeing in Hiroshima, we recommend visiting the Southern Ehime! You can get to the Southern Ehime from Hiroshima by boat, bus, train, and even bicycle.
Travel by boat to the Southern Ehime
We recommend taking a ferry to get from Hiroshima to the Southern Ehime
From Hiroshima Port to Southern Ehime
Hiroshima Port ↓ Ferry Matsuyama Tourist Port ↓ Walk Takahama Station ↓ Railway Otemachi Station ↓ Walk
JR Matsuyama Station↓ Railway
JR Uchiko Station
■Time required: about 3 hours 30 minutes
■Prices start from approximately 9,500 yen
From Kure Port to the Southern Ehime
Hiroshima Port ↓ Ferry Matsuyama Tourist Port ↓ Walk Takahama Station ↓ Railway Otemachi Station ↓ Walk
JR Matsuyama Station↓ Railway
JR Uchiko Station
■Time required: about 3 hours
■Prices start from approximately 8,200 yen
Please check the official website of each company for detailed timetables and reservation methods.
*There are two operating companies, so please choose based on the facilities.
Please see here for directions from Matsuyama Tourist Port to Matsuyama Station.
For information on using trains in Ehime Prefecture, please see this website.
Traveling by train to the Southern Ehime
You can also travel to the Southern Ehime from Hiroshima by train.
■Route Hiroshima Station ↓ Okayama Station (Shinkansen) ↓ Matsuyama Station (Conventional lines) ↓ Iyo- Ozu Station (Conventional lines) *There are transfers at Okayama Station and Matsuyama Station.
■Price
From 12,870 yen
■Time required: about 4 hours 30 minutes
At Hiroshima Station, board a train bound for Tokyo, Shin-Osaka, or Okayama.
At Okayama Station, please board the JR Setouchi Ohashi Line Limited Express Shiokaze No. 7 bound for Matsuyama (Ehime Prefecture), and at Matsuyama Station please board the JR Yosan Line Limited Express Uwakai No. 15 bound for Uwajima.
Please check the JR official website for detailed timetables etc.
Cycling to the Southern Ehime
Hiroshima Prefecture and Ehime Prefecture are separate islands, but there is a 70km long cycling road that crosses the strait. This scenic road that crosses several islands is now a very popular cycling road for both Japanese and foreign visitors. If you have time, we recommend coming to Ehime Prefecture by bicycle! There are plenty of rental bicycles available, so you can ride without having to prepare anything!
Head to the Southern Ehime by rental car
If you are traveling in the Southern Ehime , renting a car is the best way to get around. Renting a car makes it easy to get around the countryside of Japan, and allows you to enjoy the Southern Ehime even more! Please refer to this article for information on how to rent a car in Japan.
The Nanyo region of Ehime Prefecture is recommended for those who want to travel Japan at a leisurely pace. It is a region where nature, such as the sea, mountains, and rivers, coexists with old townscapes and historical heritage. There are also plenty of activities that make use of nature, and you can enjoy long-term stays of a week or more. We hope you enjoy a leisurely trip to the Nanyo region of Ehime Prefecture.
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