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Onomichi
Onomichi · Chugoku

Chugoku · 中国

Onomichi

A hillside port town on the Seto Inland Sea and the mainland starting point of the Shimanami Kaido — a seventy-kilometer cycling route that crosses six islands on dedicated bike lanes to reach Shikoku.

Best seasons
Spring · Autumn
JR Pass covers
Yes
Interests
Adventure · Culture & History · Food & Dining · Nature

Highlights

What to see and do.

  • Shimanami Kaido cycling
  • Temple Walk
  • Onomichi Ramen
  • Senko-ji Temple & Ropeway
  • Cat Alley

When to go

Crowd levels by month.

Vermillion density shows how crowded the city feels each month. Darker cells mean more tourists and higher prices.

JanVery low
FebVery low
MarLow
AprModerate
MayModerate
JunLow
JulModerate
AugModerate
SepLow
OctModerate
NovModerate
DecVery low

Where to stay

Neighbourhoods to consider.

Onomichi hillside

Atmospheric old town with temple walks and sea views

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Book ahead

Reservations that matter.

Rent bikes for Shimanami Kaido at the terminal — reserve online in peak season.

Plan a trip around Onomichi.