Top Kochi Prefecture Outdoor Activities

Experience Niyodo River in SUP. Join one of our guides on a trip down Japans finest water quality river, the Niyodo river, on a SUP tour. On the tour you will learn the techniques for River SUP which differs from ocean or lake techniques.If you look around you will see the magnificent mountains and scenery, and on a sunny day the famous Niyodo Blue can be witnessed! Beginner friendly with professional instruction. Beginners will be taught the foundation skills so you can enjoy your time on the river! Instruction will take place in gentle parts of the river where you can master the basic movements, even first timers can enjoy SUP! Enjoy the feel of the wind over your body and enjoy experiencing nature how you want! Located just 30 minutes from Kochi by car! “ENJOY NOW”

This private full-day guided tour offers a convenient way to explore Kochi's key sights, including Kochi Castle, Makino Botanical Garden, and Chikurinji Temple. Enjoy hotel pickup and travel by public transport with an English guide, making it easy to experience local culture and history without the hassle of planning.

Kochi's Niyodo river has become a famous sightseeing spot over the last few years. The best way to experience it is paddling down it. With our tour, you packraft down rapids suitable for beginners which makes our tour a great experience for adventure and outdoor lovers without needing prior experience. However, make no mistake, this is an active tour! Please ensure that you are active enough and have good swimming skills.

Discover the rich culture of Kochi on this private 6-hour tour, featuring essential highlights such as Kochi Castle, a historic samurai residence, and the vibrant Hirome Market. Tailor your journey with a licensed local guide who shares insider knowledge of Kochi's hidden gems and traditions. Enjoy personalized pacing as you explore the serene Chikurinji Temple and the Makino Botanical Garden. This tour is perfect for small groups of up to 6 people, ensuring a comfortable and intimate experience, with flexibility for your interests and needs. Private tour with a local guide in a luxury minivan (up to 6 guests) Visit iconic attractions like Kochi Castle and Hirome Market Enjoy complimentary digital photos taken during the tour Convenient pick-up from Kochi New Port, hotels, or stations included The itinerary is flexible. Spots like Katsurahama Beach or a traditional paper making experience in Ino Town can be swapped in based on your interests and schedule.

The 196 km Shimanto River is one of Japan's last remaining undammed rivers, famous for its clear water, unspoilt surroundings and distinctive chikabashi submersible bridges, built to withstand flooding. Enjoy the region’s incredible natural beauty as you journey from the headwaters of the mighty river all the way along the lowly flowing river to the Pacific Ocean. It is a wonderful way to glimpse the lives of people who have long lived in harmony with nature in an environment largely unchanged for centuries.

Well known today as a ninja, Mohei was a real person who lived in the old village Kusaka-mura, which is the centre of the modern village of Hidaka-mura. According to the legend, he was a poor peasant who fell in love with the daughter of a rich landowner. The affair was doomed, and while he was walking about desperately looking for a place to die, Mohei came upon the cave called Sarudado, where a fantastic creature called a tengu was pursuing an ascetic lifestyle. Mohei became its disciple. So diligent was he that he learned everything his mentor taught and travelled to the town surrounding Kochi castle, where he did such things as giving rice to the poor. This activity is in the footsteps of the Ninja Mohei. You will wear a Ninja costume and try training in the cave! After the caving, you will relax with a coffee, local black tea and some sweets or fruits.

Discover the best of Kochi in a compact, full-day tour that weaves together nature, history, and local charm. Start at Chikurinji Temple. Return to the city for lunch at Hirome Market, where the lively, communal atmosphere invites spontaneous encounters and a real taste of local life. Then explore Kochi Castle, one of Japan’s few original castles. Its preserved wooden interiors and hilltop views offer a rare, authentic glimpse into samurai-era Japan. Finish at Katsurahama, a beautiful beach known for its crashing waves and the iconic statue of Sakamoto Ryoma—a striking place where nature and history meet.

You will meet your guide near the cruise port and take a brief shuttle to the Niyodo river mouth. While watching surfers where the river meets the sea, you will get an easy e-bike tutorial. Even for infrequent cyclists, the e-bike makes it easy to ride hilly terrain and experience Japan's landscape on this one-day trip. Time to ride! As we start, you can see Kochi’s scenery where mountains meet the sea. After a warm-up, we will arrive at Shoryu-ji Temple, tucked into the hillside of the Yokonami peninsula. Leaving the temple, we will ride through tranquil coastal villages with unique historic storehouses. Later, we will pass through an amazing bamboo forest before reaching the ferry. Onboard, you can observe the busy Kochi port and a vista of mountains surrounding this coastal city. Disembarking, we will climb to Chikurin-ji Temple. Known as one of the most beautiful temples in Kochi, its colorful exterior will captivate your senses and soothe your mind

This is a multi-activity tour that explores the Shimanto river valley. You will travel first by train, then by bike, and finally by raft, through the natural splendor of this untrammeled region of Kochi. Along the way you will meet an artisan iron-worker practicing his traditional craft. You will see the inner-workings of his workshop and hear how his trade has passed down through the generations. Later you will have lunch overlooking the valley, and finally you will board a raft for a thrilling ride on the river.

This is a multi-activity tour that explores the Shimanto river valley. You will travel first by train, then by bike, and finally by raft, through the natural splendor of this untrammeled region of Kochi. Along the way you will meet an artisan iron-worker practicing his traditional craft. You will see the inner-workings of his workshop and hear how his trade has passed down through the generations. Later you will have lunch overlooking the valley, and finally you will board a raft for a thrilling ride on the river.

This 7-hour tour takes you to two of Kochi Prefecture's most beautiful gardens: Monet's Garden Marmottan and the Kochi Prefectural Makino Botanical Garden.In just one day, you can immerse yourself in the fantastical world that faithfully recreates the Giverny gardens where Claude Monet spent half his life and drew inspiration for his masterpieces, all set within Kochi's stunning natural scenery. You’ll also enjoy the vast botanical garden infused with the passion of Dr. Tomitaro Makino. Experience the feeling of stepping inside a painting, with expert guides sharing in-depth stories about plants and art that most visitors never hear. Perfect for adults who love art and nature, photography enthusiasts, families with children, couples seeking relaxation, and seniors looking for a peaceful escape. Step away from everyday life and immerse yourself in Kochi’s rich natural and artistic heritage for a truly special day.