Kochi Attractions
Kochi travel stories, local insights, and Japanese culture
A Full Day in Kochi: Washi Paper, Niyodo Blue, Tosa Tea, and Katsuo no Tataki
What does a perfect day in Kochi look like? For one of my recent guests, it started with making traditional...
Ryugado Cave: Kochi’s Underground Wonder with an Adventure Tour Option
Hidden beneath the mountains of Kami City in Kochi Prefecture, Ryugado is one of Japan’s most celebrated limestone caves —...
Kaiyodo Hobby Museum Shimanto: Japan’s Most Unexpected Figure Paradise
Deep in the mountains of Shimanto, Kochi — past winding river roads where you might not see another car for...
Sakamoto Ryoma Memorial Museum: A Must-Visit Kochi Shore Excursion
When people think of Kochi, one name always comes to mind — Sakamoto Ryoma. Born in 1836 in what is...
Kochi’s Sunday Market: A 300-Year-Old Tradition Still Going Strong
Every Sunday morning, the broad boulevard in front of Kochi Castle transforms into one of Japan’s most beloved and longest-running...
Chasing the Legendary Niyodo Blue: A Perfect Kochi Shore Excursion
When cruise ship passengers ask me about the best natural experiences in Kochi Prefecture, the Niyodo Blue is always high...
Kochi Castle Climbing Tips: Everything You Need to Know Before You Visit
Kochi Castle is one of the most authentic and rewarding castle experiences in all of Japan — but it’s also...
Chikurinji Temple: A Sacred Autumn Escape in Kochi
When your cruise ship docks at Kochi port, you might be wondering: another temple in Japan? If you’ve already visited...
Kochi Castle: Where Samurai History Still Stands
Kochi Castle: Where Samurai History Still Stands Kochi Castle stands as one of Japan’s twelve original castles that survived wars,...
Makino Botanical Garden: Where Japan’s Plant Legacy Blooms
Makino Botanical Garden: Where Japan’s Plant Legacy Blooms A peaceful spring day at Makino Botanical Garden on Mount Godaisan, where...