Such a good idea.

Interesting. All the turtles I have seen, including in captivity, I have never seen one on its own skateboard!!

Those are red-eared sliders, and are invasive from North America.

https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2016/04/26/national/social-issues/alien-red-ear-sliders-greatly-outnumber-japans-turtles/

I didn't know you all now have e-trikes! :) Very good. They are wonderful! :)

A few bumps, but you're off to a good start! Looking forward to following along!

If you haven't already found it, the website of Shimanami Guesthouse Cyclonoie in Imabari is a treasure trove of info for the Shimanami Kaido and Tobishima Kaido cycle routes. It's also a nice place to stay, with indoor parking for the trikes, and a discount coupon for the onsen.
Be sure to stop at the "cyclist sanctuary" at the michi no eki located mid way between Imabari and Onomichi. The lemon soft creme there was the best of my trip.

Hi Ron,
Thanks for the heads up about Goto Island. We are really looking forward to explore the islands off Kyushu. Glad to hear about your experience in Japan. One week to go before we fly!

Looking forward to following your next adventure. I'm just back from Japan myself. As with you, it exceeded my expectations, and I can't wait to return and see more.
If you've got time while on Kyushu, consider a side trip to the Goto Islands, accessible by ferry from Nagasaki or Fukuoka. It's a little island paradise, definitely off the beaten path.

Outstanding! Would love to see the packing process for your trikes as we are contemplating extending our riding having cycled the 50 states. I have a process for our Terratrike Travellers but we have now upgraded to a set of ICE 20” Adventures.

Me too! I enjoyed the last trip to Japan with you so much and now I'm looking forward to the new places you'll take us this time.

Wow, a new trip to follow! I really enjoyed the last one - looking forward to this new adventure.