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Shikokuchūō

Ehime, Japan · Asia

About Shikokuchūō

Shikokuchūō is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Kawanoechō, 41km from Iya Valley Vine Bridges.

Shikokuchūō is a town located in Ehime, Japan. With a population of 82,754, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Shikokuchūō sits in Japan, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Tokyo time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Shikokuchūō to your route.

About Shikokuchūō

Shikokuchūō (四国中央市, Shikokuchūō-shi; lit. "Central Shikoku City") is a city located in Ehime Prefecture, Japan. As of August 31, 2022, the city had an estimated population of 83,635 in 28876 households and a population density of 200 persons per km². The total area of the city is 421.24 square kilometres (162.64 sq

Read more mi). Shikokuchūō is the leading producer of paper and paper products in Japan. It is also a port city and one of Ehime's major centers of industry.

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Shikokuchūō offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Shikokuchūō located?

Shikokuchūō is located in Ehime, Japan, Asia. The coordinates are 33.9754 latitude, 133.5489 longitude.

What is the population of Shikokuchūō?

Shikokuchūō has a population of approximately 82,754 people, making it a town in Japan.

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Quick Information

Population
82,754
Continent
Asia
Country
Japan
Region
Ehime
Timezone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
33.9754, 133.5489

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Japan

Police
110
Ambulance
119
Fire
119
Driving side
left

Japan Helpline (24h English assistance): 0570-000-911. An International Driving Permit (1949 convention) is required to drive.

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Worth the detour from Shikokuchūō

4 notable places within an hour's drive.

photogenic

Chichibugahama Beach

A shallow tidal flat on the Seto Inland Sea where a thin film of water left at low tide turns the sand into a vast mirror at sunset, reflecting sky and silhouettes.

25 km · about 30 min drive

natural wonder

Iya Valley Vine Bridges

Remote mountain vine bridges made of kazura vines spanning deep gorges in one of Japan's three hidden regions.

41 km · about 45 min drive

coastal drive

Shimanami Kaido

A 60 km island-hopping expressway across the Seto Inland Sea from Onomichi to Imabari, leaping between six islands on soaring suspension bridges including the world-class Kurushima-Kaikyo Bridge.

53 km · about 60 min drive

landmark

Onomichi

A charming hillside port town on the Seto Inland Sea, serving as the gateway to the Shimanami Kaido cycling route.

58 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Shikokuchūō

  • 53 kmShimanami KaidoA 60 km island-hopping expressway across the Seto Inland Sea from Onomichi to Imabari, leaping between six islands on soaring suspension bridges including the world-class Kurushima-Kaikyo Bridge.
  • 78 kmShikoku KarstA limestone plateau road running the Ehime–Kochi border at around 1,400 m, with cattle grazing among white karst outcrops and unbroken ridge views. One of the highest and most open drives in western Japan.

Nearby Destinations

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Sugi

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27 km awayPop. 3,252

Mitoyo

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29 km awayPop. 65,713

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