Bicycle trip in the Nissei Islands.
Island Ride with Sea Breeze and Spectacular Views
Shikakui Island and Toujima in the Nissei Islands are connected to the mainland by a bridge, making them "remote islands that can be visited without a boat. Cycling around the islands while feeling the sea breeze of the Seto Inland Sea, and taking a break at a delicious gourmet restaurant or café when you get tired...isn't it exciting just to think about it? Isn't it exciting just to think about it?
Get off at Nissei Station
Get off at Nissei Station
The ocean is right in front of you when you get off the station! The Bizen handsome Nissei Ohashi Bridge, which connects the Nissei Islands to the mainland, will also welcome you. Now, what kind of gourmet foods and excitement await you?
Bicycles available for rent right next to the station.
Bike rental (Bizen Tourist Association)
Rent a bicycle at the Bizen Tourist Association Nissei Information Center on the first floor of the Sunbirth Building, west of JR Nissei Station, and set out on your island tour! Electric bicycles are also available for those who are not confident in their physical strength.
The kitchen of Nissei, where all the delicacies of the Seto Inland Sea are gathered.
five-star market
You can buy a wide variety of fresh seafood landed in the Seto Inland Sea and barbecue your purchases at "Umi no Eki Shiio" (Sea Station) across the street! Check out the "Oyster Fry Soft," a slightly different kind of sweet!
The mainland and the Nissei Islands connected by "♡♡".
Bizen handsome Nissei Bridge
Opened in 2015, this 765-meter-long bridge connects Nissei Town, Bizen City, and Shikakui Island. The bridge was the talk of the town when it was opened, as it has "♡" in its official name. Of course, bicycles are allowed on the bridge, and visitors can enjoy the unique sights of Nissei, such as oyster rafts spreading out below.
Cross the bridge and enjoy island travel at ease!
Shikakui Island, Kashira Island
Enjoy an island trip to Kashirajima and Kashirajima Island, which are full of the charm of remote islands! You can find souvenirs at "Hinase-Umi Labo," an antenna store of the Nissei Islands on Kashirajima, and enjoy a panoramic view of the Seto Inland Sea from the Tanukiyama Observation Deck. Kakui Island is also famous for its tangerine picking.
Popular restaurants can have a wait time of several hours! This is what Nissei is all about!
Japanese kakioko
It is said that kakioko started when small local oysters and other surplus oysters were added to okonomiyaki, and has now grown into a famous gourmet dish with fans all over the country. Especially in winter, the town of Nissei is crowded with tourists who come for the kakioko. In recent years, thanks to the evolution of freezing technology, delicious kakioko can now be enjoyed even in summer.
Refresh yourself with the aroma of coffee and sea breeze
Take a break at a cafe
To end your island-hopping tour, relax at a café with a view of the sea. Parfaits made with seasonal fruits from the Nissei Islands and freshly brewed coffee will gently ease the fatigue of your trip. The glow of the sea at sunset will be an unforgettable memory.
