🚲COASTAL ESCAPE: ESSENTIAL JAPANESE FOR CYCLING THE SHIMANAMI KAIDO

🚲Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Seto Inland Sea with a seamless cycling journey between Onomichi and Imabari. Here is your quick guide from NIHONGO CANDY Episode #137.

1️⃣ STRATEGIC LOGISTICS Efficiently manage your 70km journey across the islands.

• One-Way Freedom: Utilize "Nori-sute" (drop-off) to return your bike at any terminal without extra fees.

• E-Bike Advantage: Request an "Electric-assist bicycle" (4,000 yen/day) for a comfortable climb over the bridges.

2️⃣ NAVIGATION & SAFETY Stay on track and handle contingencies with ease.

• The Blue Line: Follow the blue road markings to reach your destination without getting lost.

• Technical Support: Use specific phrases if you encounter a "Panku" (flat tire) for immediate assistance.

3️⃣ CULTURAL TIP / ETIQUETTE: TRAVEL WITH SOPHISTICATION To travel like a sophisticated local: 🔹 Gracious Response: When staff greet you with "Otsukaresama-deshita" at the goal, simply reply with: "Arigatou gozaimashita. Tanoshikatta desu."

🔹 Shared Paths: Bridges are shared with pedestrians. Maintain a safe speed and stay to the left to ensure a smooth flow for everyone.

4️⃣ QUICK PHRASE SHEET (Save this! 👇)

🗣️ Requesting an upgrade: "電動自転車をお願いします (Dendo jitensha o Onegaishimasu)"

🗣️ Asking for directions: "すみません、今治はどっちですか？ (Sumimasen, Imabari wa dotchi desuka?)"

🗣️ Reporting a flat tire: "パンクしました。修理できますか？ (Panku shimashita. Shuri dekimasuka?)"

🎧 Master the pronunciation here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5AtsnbTDRD05huhe5MohHT

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