Shikoku Cycling Day 4: Final Stretch to Matsuyama – 164km from Sukumo to Complete the Loop ✅

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ay 4 marks the final leg of the Shikoku cycling journey, completing the full island loop! Starting in Sukumo (Kochi) and ending in Matsuyama (Ehime), this ride covered 164.06 km in 6 hours 18 minutes, with 1,443 meters of elevation gain.

The route was packed with scenic inland valleys, coastal detours, and numerous tunnels cutting through Shikoku’s rugged terrain. Strong headwinds dominated the first 100 km, making for a demanding start, but the weather remained clear and the landscapes breathtaking.

Highlights:
Departing the remote west coast of Kochi
Climbing through mountainous backroads
Riding through long tunnels with ocean and forest views
Entering Ehime Prefecture and returning to Matsuyama

Celebrating the completion of the full Shikoku island loop by bike ✅
A challenging but deeply satisfying finish to a 4-day cycling adventure across one of Japan’s most scenic and least-traveled islands.

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