Orange Ferry Osaka -> Ehine

We are starting our cycle tour of the island of Shikoku by taking the ferry from Osaka to Ehine. We picked up our e-bikes in Osaka this afternoon and cycled them to the ferry terminal.

We were greeted by a very friendly group of staff who helped us lie our bikes down on a soft blanket in the car deck.

It is impressively palatial for a ferry with an amazing triple height staircase and lots of very comfortable lounges.

Our room (a single plus) is absolutely tiny but perfectly formed... apparently the upper bunk is meant for children, but it's all good, I'll just be sleeping with my panniers by my feet.

We had some delicious udon and after setting off (in the rain) visited the boat's very own onsen.

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