Top Activities on the Ground in Kochi Prefecture

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

Located at the foot of the Shikoku Karst, the Iwayagawa Gorge is a breathtaking canyon featuring a striking landscape of sharply split, massive boulders. The sight of water pouring vigorously from the crevices of these giant rocks and the crystal-clear pools are truly magnificent! Visitors can enjoy fresh greenery in spring and vibrant foliage in autumn while walking along the trail maintained as a prefectural park. After the hike, the program offers a chance to roast tea and taste "Irimochi," a traditional local tea sweet, providing a wonderful opportunity to interact with the locals..

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.

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.

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.

Discover the hidden magic of rural Shikoku on this immersive day tour through a secluded village nestled within Niyodogawa town. Celebrated for its sweeping springtime cherry blossoms, dramatic autumn gorges, and the vibrant Akiba Festival in February, this remote community offers a rare glimpse into ancient Japanese traditions. Guests will walk the historic festival path to the local shrine, feast on Kochi’s traditional sawachi platter cuisine inside a beautifully preserved heritage home, and connect directly with local festival keepers. The journey concludes with a peaceful visit to a spectacular hillside tea plantation and a relaxing break for fragrant, artisan green tea and local sweets at a charming tea farmer’s restaurant.

Ashizuri remains one of Japan's lesser-known destinations. This cycling tour lets you experience the dramatic natural landscapes　and culture hidden at the southernmost tip of Shikoku. From strangler figs to historic mansions and the boulder-strewn coast, memories of this trip will stay with you for years. Even if you visited on your own, the sights here would amaze you. With the help of an expert local guide, you will also learn the fascinating history and culture of this remote territory. Even if you are not confident in your stamina, the electric-assist bicycles allow you to cruise up hills with ease while enjoying the scenery. For lunch, we provide local food that lets you fully immerse yourself in the flavors of the region.