Japan Region四国

Shikoku — Expressways & Toll Roads

Island expressways connecting four prefectures via iconic bridges to Honshu

8 ExpresswaysMatsuyamaTakamatsuKochiTokushima

Shikoku (四国)8 Toll Roads|🌉 Shikoku

About Shikoku Expressways

Island expressways connecting four prefectures via iconic bridges to Honshu

Shikoku is Japan's smallest main island, famous for the 88-temple pilgrimage route, spectacular bridge crossings to Honshu, and unspoiled natural beauty. The island's expressway network connects its four prefectures - Ehime, Kagawa, Kochi, and Tokushima - while three major bridge routes provide access from the mainland.

Expressways

Prefectures

18,800

km² Area

3.8M

Population

Bridge Routes to Honshu

🌉 Shimanami Kaido (Nishi-Seto Expressway)

Series of 6 bridges connecting Onomichi (Hiroshima) to Imabari (Ehime). Famous for cycling route with dedicated bike lanes.

🌉 Seto Ohashi Bridge (Seto-Chuo Expressway)

Iconic 13.1 km bridge connecting Okayama to Kagawa. Double-deck design with road on top and rail below.

🌉 Akashi Kaikyo Bridge (Kobe-Awaji-Naruto)

World's longest suspension bridge (main span 1,991m) connecting Kobe to Awaji Island and on to Tokushima.

Shikoku Expressways

1Imabari-Komatsu Expressway

2Kobe-Awaji-Naruto Expressway

3Kochi Expressway

4Matsuyama Expressway

5Nishi-Seto Expressway

6Seto-Chuo Expressway

7Takamatsu Expressway

8Tokushima Expressway

Key Routes & Highlights

✓Shimanami Kaido (Island Bridge Route)
✓Seto Ohashi Bridge
✓88 Temple Pilgrimage Access
✓Dogo Onsen in Matsuyama - Japan's oldest hot spring
✓Naruto whirlpools viewpoint near Tokushima
✓Iya Valley vine bridges and scenic mountain roads

Major Cities Connected

MatsuyamaTakamatsuKochiTokushimaImabariNaruto

Shikoku Driving Tips

🌉 Bridge Tolls

All three Honshu bridges have tolls. ETC discounts vary - check before travel.

🚴 Shimanami Cycling

Rent bikes in Onomichi or Imabari. Separate toll for cyclists on each bridge.

⛩️ 88 Temple Route

Many temples near expressway exits. Traditional pilgrimage takes 30-60 days by car.

📱 ETC Benefits

Significant bridge discounts with ETC, especially on weekends.

Roadway Alerts & Notices

Shikoku

Aug 10

Traffic Restrictions and Emergency Vehicle Access Following Kumamoto Earthquake

Continued updates on traffic restrictions and emergency vehicle access in the wake of the Kumamoto earthquake.

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CRITICALShikoku

Aug 6

Potential Road Closures Due to Typhoon No. 13

Drivers are advised of possible road closures due to the impact of Typhoon No. 13.