Shikoku Cycling Day 2: Crossing into Kochi from Higashikagawa to Ioki (Aki City) | GoPro PoV
Day 2 of the Shikoku cycling adventure takes us from Higashikagawa in Kagawa Prefecture to Ioki in Aki City, Kochi Prefecture, covering 215.35 km with 1,347 meters of elevation gain.
Ride Strava Link: https://www.strava.com/activities/14299084221
This leg of the journey transitions from the Seto Inland Sea coast to the rugged Pacific coastline of southern Shikoku. After climbing through the lush mountains of Tokushima’s interior, the route descends toward Kochi’s dramatic seaside cliffs, surf towns, and remote fishing hamlets.
Highlights include:
Serene forest roads and hidden mountain passes
Traditional villages in the Tokushima-Kochi borderlands
Long stretches of coastal riding along the Pacific Ocean
Rich greenery, rivers, and early glimpses of Kochi’s wild beauty
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