In the North West of Shikoku, Japan, Ehime has one half of the Shimanami Kaido bridge, islands aplenty and Matsuyama City with the onsen that inspired the animation ‘Spirited Away’.
Views over orange groves and across to the other local islands.
Trams lines first laid over 100 years ago are still used today. Most cities have long removed their tram service, Matsuyama has 5 lines!
Famously the source of inspiration for Spirited Away, this Japanese bath house is the oldest in Japan and is still used today.
A bird takes off from the castle roof with views of the city below.
The entrance to this valley reveals layers of mountains and moody autumnal colours from this hidden gem of Ehime.
Factories light up the night sky.
The road that takes you from mainland Japan to Shikoku, and to the small islands in between. This 70km bridge is perfect for cycling.
Shimononada station, known as a famous location from tv. It definitely has the best view when waiting!