Kochi Castle, originally built in 1603 by Yamauchi Kazutoyo, is a historic landmark that has withstood natural disasters and wars over its 400-year history. The castle's surviving keep is one of only 12 wooden keeps remaining in Japan, making it a precious cultural property. With its elegant appearance and historical significance, Kochi Castle is a popular tourist attraction along the south highway.
Definitely in the top five of the original 12 castles still remaining in Japan. The tour guides are so informative during the tour. All of the moving doors remain open during nice weather to show how the castle was used in the past. I have not seen this on any of the other 12 original castles. I highly recommend parking at Kochi factual education center. It is cheaper than any other parking lot and closer to the ramp that leads you to the castle.
tokyo joe — Google review
At a cost of 420 yen for adults, you may gain entry into this 400 year old hilltop castle. Being in the castle, I got a sense or just how old the structure was, even though it's been restored, it was done in such a way as to minimize any major alterations to the original design. This castle is quite modest in comparison to the other majorly popular castles around Japan and it's major attraction stems from the fact that it remains the castle with the longest surviving castle keep in Japan and a history that needs to be well preserved for future generations.
Kingston Obike — Google review
Beautifully restored castle, panoramic views across the city. Great example of the architecture, magnificent huge timbers used. Also plenty of English signage throughout explaining the history, renovation etc. Steep internal steps with risers over 12in/30cm and narrow treads.....not suitable for all!
The surrounding parkland is vast and very pretty. A quiet respite from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Nikki Redfern — Google review
A majestic and stunning place to visit in Kochi. We went on March 22, 2024, at about 10:45am. The weather was perfect.
There are many steps to get to the castle and many inside. Before entering, you must remove your shoes and place them in a plastic bag. We carried the bag with us during our trek to the top. Some spots are a little awkward to take photos and hold the bag, but we managed fine.
It was crowded as there were two cruise ships in Port on the day we visited. I did not feel cramped or rushed. Everyone was polite, and the line moved along at a pace that was relaxing.
The stairs to the interior's top floor are very steep. I can not stress this enough. They are steep. Go slow and hold the rails as they are steep, somewhat narrow, and traffic goes in both directions.
We had a lovely time and would recommend if you are in Kochi.
John Hankins — Google review
The castle derives its allure from being an original structure that withstood the ravages of wars and natural calamities. Take your time climbing to the top and enjoy the surrounding, lest you are in a hurry to move to the other attractions in Kochi city. If you are spending the night, you should catch Kochi castle illuminated by artful lighting. We wanted to go but too bad it was rainy when we were there.
Ron D — Google review
Compared with other castles in Japan, this one is not very impressive because only a small part is left and the interior looks not very well-maintained. The view of the city looks pretty good though.
T K — Google review
Kochi Castle, a 20 min walk from JR Kochi Station, 5 min climb from Hirome Ichiba Market is a nice walk. It’s also one of my favorite castles to go over inside. ¥420 ($4.00) for adults, kids are free I believe. They have special events there like this projectile mapping at night and unique lighting around the Castle Park. Castle Park is free and open 24 hours. If you go on Sunday, wake up early and enjoy the Sunday Market, biggest and oldest in Japan from 6am to 11am (slows down around 11am). Awesome street food!
John Daub (ONLY in JAPAN GO) — Google review
Amazing experience. They have an exceptional view from the top and all historical explanations have an English version.
Just one warning: the inner stairs are very steep.
Vitor Ribeiro — Google review
Visited in May 2023
Although the castle building itself was erected in 1600s, I learned that an original old (although rudimentary) castle proceeded it. The leaders of Yamauchi clan found it abandoned and decided to build the current, more modern castle from the ground up.
The castle wasn't as big as its contemporaries, especially considering the size of the city built around it. However, being one of those survived the calamity of World War 2 intact, it is a gift for generations to come.
Like other Japanese castles, the climb to the top of the main structure is pretty arduous, with steep ladders. Nevertheless, the view of the city from the top is rewarding. Oh, and after descending from it, don't miss the the informative diorama displaying whaling activity in feudal Japan (Tosa region was one of the few that allows this industry in the past), which is almost as eye-opening.
lontongstroong — Google review
A well maintained castle at the top of a hill. Some uphill walk is required and once you are in the castle itself, be careful of the very steep stairs, especially when coming down.
There are no displays of swords or armour as it talks about the castle and history more than wars.
Johnny Lam — Google review
Beautiful castle surrounded by lovely parks
Yet another beautiful castle at the heart of a city in Japan
Access is pretty easy, some steps until you reach the top
The castle looks beautiful from the outside though you can also visit the inside for a fee
Lots of lovely plants all around and markets and restaurants close by
I recommend this if you're around and/or love castles
Mαrc EC — Google review
Great piece of history with some features not found elsewhere in Japan. Free, friendly, English speaking guide at the main gate. Castle ‘owner’ was linked to Nobunaga, Hideyoshi, and Ieyasu, AND fought in the Battle of Sekigahara—not sure many if any other people could claim the same
Shane Ingram Evans — Google review
A great castle! It has many parts to visit and great views at the top!
The explanations are both in English and Japanese and there are also English pamphlets.
The entry is 420¥, but I recommend getting a set ticket for castle + museum at 900¥.
The garden around the castle tower is also very nice to walk around and has explanations and different key areas.
Valentin Emelianoff — Google review
Being one of the 12 original castles left in Japan this is a treat to visit, especially for history and castle enthusiasts. It has a rare Lord's Reception Room and unique anti-Ninja defences to look out for. The steps are steep and the lookout view is great.
Phillip Massaad — Google review
I've visited quite a few castles and while I like them all, this is definitely one of the more interesting ones, especially because it has great English support. The castle and its lords all have a very interesting story. Beautiful view of the city, too.
Cole Sullivan — Google review
The model inside were very well crafted and painted . Lots of detail on statues and displays.
Stairs to the to were very steap!!
Ryan Pearson — Google review
Loved this castle ! Many castles have been renovated, but this one felt old and authentic. It costs 420¥ to get in, but it's well worth it!
Beatrice Thorstensen — Google review
Steps to get there and even steeper steps when you enter the castle. Great views are worth the effort.
Steve Christian — Google review
A historical building with great history. When you reach the highest floor in this castle, then you can see entire Kochi city. Since this is one of the 100 Japan’s historical castles, it is a must visit place.
The Kochi Prefectural Makino Botanical Garden is a large botanical garden in the east of Kochi, Japan with a variety of plants from all over the world. There is also a restaurant and picnic area, making it a perfect place to spend a day.
Really really nice garden! The walk up to the garden was a trip on its on! Really beautiful natural scenery, with an amazing plants and natural scenery! I couldn't even add enough pictures to show how great it is. The greenhouse was absolutely amazing. There was a number of exotic plants and life forms from different countries. I recommend if you are in Kochi city. This is a must!
Samuel Piatscheck — Google review
Sprawling grounds that contain a wide variety of plants and flowers. Beautiful landscaping everywhere. The greenhouse has great decorations with excellent atmosphere that feels like being in a rainforest in the tropic jungle.
HaSan AkAy — Google review
Incredible beautiful botanic garden. Well maintained, very big and amazing location on top of the Godaisan mountain. Lots of hidden gems to be explored. Be sure to visit the 2 garden shops and restaurant. Chef will make a vegetarian lunch set for you without any hesitation. Absolute recommendation!
Alexander Liekens — Google review
We only explored the area near the southern exit but the conservatory, plum blossoms and azaleas were absolutely wonderful. Much of the garden was barren, due to being out of season i think, but the places where flowers were in bloom were great.
Christie Vong — Google review
Beautiful place, with a large tropical island indoor greenhouse an impressive collection of orchids, as well as a massive terraced landscape that could take you all day to explore. Beautiful year round, but at just the right time, this place is exploding with colour.
FYI you can take a My-Yu bus here and pay half price for the bus showing your passport. With the bus ticket, you get a reduced entry price for the gardens.
Make a day of it by visiting Chikurinji Temple and Godaisan park
Shane Ingram Evans — Google review
Beautiful garden that you can spend a full day strolling through! Many different plants and vibes in the various sections of the park. Nice places to sit and take in the views.
Minae Nemoto — Google review
Very nice gardens even when it is raining, tho I think it would have been better in the sunshine, altho the low clouds and mist coming down the mountain, and the way it looks on the hills made intriguing photo shoots, so who knows! The spring colors of the various flowering trees (red, pink, white, fucia, against the green leaves that have already come out or are on pine trees, makes for a very Beautiful garden area, with lots of walking trails. 720 yen foe each adult on April 5, 2023. I would go again! 😃
Paul K — Google review
Best observatory I have seen. So so beautiful and with some early Sakura too !Museum had incredible architecture. Whole garden is wonderful :) good cafe too
cerelie doyle — Google review
A good place to know plants, it’s a very big botanical garden with plenty of plants. But make sure you have sufficient energy to walk.
Emily Yu — Google review
The greenhouse is the main attraction here. Gorgeous presents of orchids and other breeds of flowers. Highly recommended!
Felix Li (The Asian Goalie) — Google review
It was set up in 1958, one year after the of Dr. Tomitaro Makino, to commemorate his achievements in the field of botany. The garden showcases plants associated with Dr. Makino. 0pen8ng hours : 9am to 5pm. Admission fee is 730yen/ adult.
GAN LAY YONG — Google review
A beautiful garden with great varieties of plants. A pity I had only two hours and a half to go around.
The restaurant has only about 10 tables, so expect to queue up for at least 15 minutes if one comes at lunchtime.
Prasas Prasasvinitchai — Google review
Almost gave this four stars instead of five, mainly for the difficulty in going. There seems to be just one narrow road up a mountain in the middle town. It’s one way at least, although I didn’t know that until I went down. Finding the entrance is not easy.
Once you get there, this is a hell of a Botanical garden. Unlike most I’ve seen in Japan, the action is primarily outside. Therefore, while each season has something to see, your best bets Weill be from mid spring to mid autumn. The indoor part is lovely all year found, but somewhat small compared to others on Honshu.
The outside area is really nice. Be prepared for a LONG and hilly walk though. Bring comfortable shoes! You can get a good basic workout just checking out all the plants!
Located on top of Mount Godaisan, Chikurinji Temple is a beautiful Buddhist temple with a serene setting. The temple is one of the stops on the popular Shikoku Pilgrimage route, and during peak season you're likely to encounter groups of pilgrims in conical hats and white robes here. The temple itself is a red five-story pagoda, set among scenic trees and gardens.
Must see. Impressive temple, rare 5 story pagoda, and gorgeous moss and tree covered grounds to explore. Light an incense and make a wish or send some good intentions out into the world.
Make a day of it with the botanic garden and Godaisan park
Shane Ingram Evans — Google review
We took the My-Yu bus to visit this Temple 31 of the Shikoku 88 temples pilgrimage tour. Impressive, awesome temple. Do not miss the 5 story pagoda.
GAN LAY YONG — Google review
This temple's garden was so beautiful and harmonious, and the Fall season made it all the more magical!
Laure Porch? — Google review
Easy access with the My-Yu bus. Show your passport for 50% off on bus fare!
A decent example of a traditional temple. Ring the bell, pass the guardians, check the 2 prayer areas and trinkets and charms, then be impressed by the 5 story pagoda.
Also, walking distance to a scenic overlook and The Makino Botanical Gardens (as shown in the NHK drama RanMan). Easily a full day if you’re into it.
Only 4 stars because it’s no Kyomizudera. It’s small but beautiful.
Brett Andrus — Google review
There is a special exhibition of paintings to celebrate the 1300th anniversary of the Temple. The sound system is bearly audible, perhaps to enjoy only in solitude. The little garden nearly looks like a painting, too.
The Temple itself has nice setting. A pity the great Buddha images were cordoned off so one can only seen them from quite a distance.
The other Buddha images are outdoor, and one can see them closely.
Prasas Prasasvinitchai — Google review
I really enjoyed this temple and the surrounding area. The road leading to it is pretty narrow. I think you'll need a car or the willingness to walk a long way in order to visit this temple. This was a nice place to meditate and pray.
Joseph Williams — Google review
Very beautiful shrine along the Shikoku pilgrimage route. A little hard to access with bus timing but otherwise a nice place to visit.
Dorothy Condon — Google review
Beautiful in every possible way. Besides the old temples look for the secluded zen fountain. It’s amazing. A unique experience. Seating there and just let your mind find calm.
Emiliano Liviero — Google review
Beautiful gardens. A collection of Buddhas that is probably if interest if you are religious, less so otherwise. The building is ok, but the grounds are what I enjoyed most.
Ben Gomes — Google review
This is pardon the pun a very zen like place, it is so peaceful and surrounded by beautiful natural bush land, whilst I was visiting there were quite a few worshipers chanting, I hoped that I did not disrespect them by being a nosy tourist. I loved this temple in all it's glory situated high above the city of Kochi over looking the city and kind of guarding and watching over the people below, well that's the way I interpret it. Please go it's really nice
The Sakamoto Ryoma Memorial Museum is a recently renovated hilltop attraction that showcases the life of national hero Sakamoto Ryoma through letters, weapons, and info panels. The museum features cute cartoons that add color to Mr. Ryoma's short but significant existence. Most exhibits are in Japanese but come with English translations for visitors' convenience. The rooftop provides a stunning view of the coast, making it an ideal spot for selfies.
10年ぶりぐらいに行ったらとても綺麗でオシャレになっていました。
龍馬の直筆の手紙がたくさんあって頑張って全部読みたかったけど、さすがに疲れて半分ぐらいで挫折しました。
続きはまた今度にとっておきます。
屋上からの景色も最高で、建物も楽しむこともできました。
(Translated by Google)
When I went there for the first time in about 10 years, it was very beautiful and fashionable.
There were a lot of letters handwritten by Ryoma, and I wanted to do my best to read them all, but I got tired and gave up after about half of them.
I'll save the rest for another time.
The view from the rooftop was great, and I was able to enjoy the building as well.
lala angel — Google review
Even though I am not fluent in Japanese, they have enough English sprinkled into the museum for English speakers to enjoy the museum and get the most important information. Not worth it to come on its own, but if you have the My-Yu pass, definitely come by! The roof has one of the best views in the area too
Brandon Sato — Google review
坂本龍馬はもちろんのこと龍馬に関わった人物たちまでが、写真、映像、文章、資料を駆使してとても具体的で分かりやすく展示されています。大人でも子どもでも楽しみながら浅くも深くも勉強できます。龍馬が好きな人はもちろんのこと興味のなかった人も記念館を出る時には、龍馬の先見の明に、大志に、その行動力に、人となりに、感動と共感を覚え心震えて思わず拳を握りしめていることと思います。そして龍馬が今の日本を見たらどう感じるか、どう未来を語るのか知りたくなることでしょう。
(Translated by Google)
Not only Ryoma Sakamoto, but also the people involved with Ryoma are displayed in a very concrete and easy-to-understand manner, using photographs, videos, texts, and materials. Both adults and children can enjoy studying both shallowly and deeply. Not only people who like Ryoma, but also people who had no interest in him, when they leave the memorial hall, they feel moved and sympathized with Ryoma's foresight, his ambition, his energy for action, and his personality. I think you are holding on to it. You'll probably want to know how Ryoma feels when he sees Japan today, and how he talks about the future.
ゆうこ — Google review
The museum is ok. It's just that, Sakamoto Ryoma exhibit is too small. Actually it's like a school exhibit. What's impressive for me though, was the room divider and kakejiku with Sakamoto san's blood on it and his long hand written letters to his father.
If you're interested in Sakamoto-san's life, go ahead and visit the museum. But if you're just curious, I don't recommend it. You can get all the information on the internet. Also the entrance fee is quite expensive for a small exhibit (practically just 2 small halls in total). We paid the same price at the Ehime Prefecture Museum of History and Culture and it was 3 floors of great exhibt, totally amazing.
Landhaus Idyll — Google review
幕末を駆け抜けた坂本龍馬の全てがわかる施設です。31歳の若さで亡くなりましたが、それまでの軌跡が理解できます。ほんまにすごい人だなぁ。当日にあれだけの視野の広さや実行力を持って動けた人はおらん。また、国のことを考えられたこともすごいなぁと思います。日本のスターである理由がそこにあります。
(Translated by Google)
This is a facility where you can learn everything about Ryoma Sakamoto, who ran through the end of the Edo period. Although he passed away at the young age of 31, I can understand his trajectory up until then. He really is an amazing person. There is no one who could have acted with such breadth of vision and execution on the day. I also think it's amazing that he was able to think about his country. There is a reason why he is a star in Japan.
hiroshi ogawa — Google review
Sakamoto Ryoma was an important person in Japan history. There are exhibitions about the story and replicas of letters in the museum. We spent about 1 hour in this spot.
Ryanne Cheng — Google review
Interesting small museum. Don’t miss the stunning view from the rooftop observation deck.
Isa Simonian — Google review
Like all war memorials, it is extremely sad as to what one human will do to another .the devastation depicted here is worse.
Ray — Google review
A good compact sized museum that is dedicated to Sakamoto Ryoma a Shogun who played an important role in the Edo period.
There are bits and pieces of English descriptions however it’s not really enough to completely immerse yourself in the history. It’ll take around 45mins-1hour to finish the viewing. Sadly the video demonstrations are in Japanese with Japanese subtitles.
Carmen Chan — Google review
Interesting Museum with history of Mr Sakamoto Ryoma - recently renovated with lots of cute cartoons to brighten up the short life of Mr Ryoma. Most exhibits in Japanese with English translation. Museum has a great view of the coast at the roof top - great for selfies. Get the Day Pass for MyBus - 50% discount for overseas visitors 🤣I would recommend it for any visitors to Kochi. U can take a short walk down the beach after the Museum visit. Great place to cool down n relax.
Anna Cheung — Google review
This museum dedicated to Ryoma Sakamoto sits high looking over the Pacific Ocean. It has great interactive areas for all ages to learn about one of the most important people who helped shape modern Japan. A great space to spend time, easily accessible with elevators opening up every space from rooftop to basement. For those interested in learning more there is a library of resources.
Katsurahama Beach, located in Kochi Prefecture, is a picturesque spot known for its wide sandy beach and pine-backed bay. The beach stretches between Cape Ryuzu and Cape Ryuo at the entrance to Urado Bay, offering stunning views of colorful beach gravel, pine groves, and the azure ocean.
The statue of Sakamoto Ryoma looking at the beach is here.
Beach with pine trees and a peaceful atmosphere would make you feel comfortable.
Hos Y — Google review
Absolutely beautiful area. You can really take in the ocean air and the sea is sparkling in the sun. We went in the morning and by the time we left after having lunch there was a line dozens of cars long trying to get in. The places to eat serve delicious food and the souvenir shop was full of things i wanted to buy.
Christie Vong — Google review
Took the My-Yu bus bus there. The one day pass costs 1000yen and the beach is the last stop. Lots of visitors . Great to gaze at the Pacific ocean while walking on the beach. After that we went to have a view of Sakamoto Ryoma, rather majestic and authoritative. There are gift shops and snack shops to visit. If you are interested, you can also visit the aquarium.
GAN LAY YONG — Google review
The view was beautiful but there’s a warning sign for “no swimming allowed” for your eyes only.. you could see some of capybaras (from the zoo) on the path to the beach.
Di anne — Google review
Great views.
5 floors of exhibits.
Beautiful grounds.
Victoria Carter — Google review
A big beach and a nice place to walk. Recommend to visit here in the day or night. In the day, you can enjoy and see the ocean. In the night, you can see the moon among the ocean. Here also has some restaurants and souvenir shops which you can visit and purchase somethings.
Emily Yu — Google review
One of the best scenic sea beach I have ever been. Swiming is not allowed here. But you can enjoy the nature here in a combo of hills and sea. It is really amazing place. Car parking is available, may 400 yen for 24 hrs. You can go by bus as well. There are number of shops for omiyagi here. Resturant is also available here.
Hasan Mehraj — Google review
Wonderful beach and a must visit in Kochi. Was actually one of our highlights in our trip through Shikoku. A wonderful vibe - relaxed, happy and tranquil. The Pacific coast. I remembered wonderful times on Vancouver islands on the other side of the ocean.
Andreas Ludwig — Google review
A must-see in Kochi. Still quite a drive to the coast from Kochi city. Consider a half day trip if visiting from Kochi. If you are lucky, you may be able to spot whales
SE Goh — Google review
Beautiful beach, peaceful, not crowded, excellent open views. Many gorgeous beach stones can be found by hunting in the surf. Nice bathroom with foot washing station.
Loryn O — Google review
Visited while on a cruise. A short bus ride from cruise terminal. Picturesque but not a swimming beach. Snacks food and drinks all available.
Don MacAuslan — Google review
Beautiful beach and not too far away from the bus stop. Clean and vast white beach making it a good place to go for a day.
Kuma H — Google review
Stunning & wild pebble like sand beach with an interesting shrine at one side. Unfortunately no swimming here - security guards instead of lifeguards warn of danger.
Most visitors walk on path to shrine, but walking across sand near the crashing waves is breathtaking - just be careful not to get too close! ⛱️
The parking is 400yen & lots of shops around, it's a long walk to beach around the fence 😩 or up and over past the Ryoma statue.
jj walsh — Google review
My wife and I came here in the evening of 27 March, 2023. But this isn’t a spot to see sunset. There’s nothing much on the beach side except the toilet. Our main interest was to see the statue of Sakamoto Ryoma. I don’t think we would come here again.
Peter Kam Fai Cheung — Google review
Ancient beach spot tourism in KOCHI.great scale of pine and sand beach.
The Sakamoto Ryoma Statue in Kochi Prefecture is a towering sculpture of the influential samurai from the 19th century. This historical figure holds great significance in Japan and has multiple statues throughout the province, with Katsurahama boasting the largest one. Shikoku is known for being home to this famous landmark, which represents an important period during the Edo era.
高知桂浜の名所と言えば坂本龍馬像を思い浮かべる方も多いはず、行ったことない方はお立ち寄りいただい場所です。
坂本龍馬像や土佐の志士達がこの桂浜で将来を語り合ったのかと思うと、気持ちもひとしおです。
坂本龍馬の命日に来られる方も多いと聞きます、少なくとも知人の複数人が毎年お詣りしています。
室戸岬の中岡慎太郎像と同じ方を向き、並び称される坂本龍馬像は一見の価値ありです。
司馬遼太郎の龍馬がゆくを読んでいくとより、楽しむことができると思います。
(Translated by Google)
Speaking of Kochi Katsurahama, many people think of the statue of Ryoma Sakamoto, so if you have never been there, this is a place to stop by.
Thinking that the statue of Ryoma Sakamoto and the patriots of Tosa talked about the future at this Katsurahama beach makes me feel even better.
I hear that many people come on the anniversary of Ryoma Sakamoto's death, and at least several of my acquaintances visit every year.
The statue of Ryoma Sakamoto facing the same direction as the statue of Shintaro Nakaoka at Cape Muroto is worth seeing.
I think that you can enjoy it more if you read Ryotaro Shiba's Ryoma goes.
??? — Google review
During my visit, I had the opportunity to climb up and get a closer look at the Sakamoto Ryoma statue for only 100 yen. Although the climb was somewhat unstable, it was well worth it as it provided a fantastic view of the sea from the top. Overall, it was a great experience.
Nene — Google review
月の名所として有名な高知県桂浜、ここには坂本龍馬の銅像が太平洋を望んで立っています。
坂本龍馬は司馬遼太郎氏の小説「竜馬がゆく」の主人公とされて以来、国民的人気を誇り、現在も年間100万人以上の方が龍馬像に会いに来ていると言われています。
1928年(昭和3年)に建立された坂本龍馬の銅像は、高さ8mの台座の上に立っており、この地を訪れた龍馬ファンはその堂々たる龍馬像を見上げ、「龍馬に会えた」という感動を覚えます。
(Translated by Google)
Katsurahama, Kochi Prefecture, famous for its moonscape, has a bronze statue of Ryoma Sakamoto facing the Pacific Ocean.
Since Ryoma Sakamoto was the main character in Ryotaro Shiba's novel "Ryoma ga Yuku", he has been a national favorite.
The bronze statue of Ryoma Sakamoto, erected in 1928 (Showa 3), stands on a pedestal with a height of 8m. I remember the impression.
you chan — Google review
Must visit venue! Katsurahama!! Compact but amazing sights to walk around. Easy and quick by rent-a-car.
Traveler — Google review
One of the most scenic sites on my list. absolute pure joy.
D Pl — Google review
It’s so big, but too large to to take a picture all at once😅
Smiley ?SmileyCancer? Cancer — Google review
2022年10月日本一周中に訪問🏍️
近くの無料キャンプ場から橋を渡り歩いて訪問🚶♂️
(けっこう時間かかりました😅)
やっぱり高知といったら龍馬
龍馬と言ったら桂浜でしょ‼️
というわけで観光しました←おのぼりさん
坂本龍馬像は思ったよりも大きくて見ごたえがありました😃
せっかくなので龍馬ポーズで観光客のおっちゃんに頼んで写真を撮ってもらいました✌️
100円課金すれば足場のような塔を登り近くで拝むことができるらしい
だが、100円の価値があるとはと思えなかったので今回はパスしました
例えるならば、富士山は登るんじゃなくて眺めるものと同じ精神ですね(分かりにくい?)
(Translated by Google)
Visited around Japan in October 2022🏍️
Walk across the bridge from a nearby free campsite and visit🚶♂️
(It took quite some time 😅)
After all, when you think of Kochi, you think of Ryoma.
If you say Ryoma, it's Katsurahama! ️
So I went sightseeing ← Mr. Onobori
The statue of Ryoma Sakamoto was bigger than I expected and was worth seeing.
Since it's a big deal, I asked a tourist's old man to take a picture in Ryoma's pose ✌️
If you pay 100 yen, you can climb the scaffold-like tower and worship nearby.
However, I didn't think it was worth 100 yen, so I passed it this time.
For example, Mt. Fuji is the same spirit as what you see instead of climbing it (difficult to understand?)
yagirin — Google review
On March 27, 2023, my wife and I drove here to see the Statue. Apart from its elevation, the Statue isn’t big. We were disappointed. Anyhow, I captured a cinematic moment.
Peter Kam Fai Cheung — Google review
Wow big statues here
liholim — Google review
Kochi Prefecture in Japan is famous for a samurai namely Sakamoto Ryoma. He was the most influencial and popular historical figure in Japan. Throughout the Kochi Prefecture you can find a numbers of statues of him. Sakamoto Ryoma Statue in Katsurahama is the biggest one.
Hasan Mehraj — Google review
Ryoma-sama's statue at Katsurahama is hugeeee! And it is also surrounded with flowers. There are lots of tourist who wants to take turns for a photo, unfortunately it rained when we came but of course we still made sure to take a photo. (Will add photos soon)
Grace dela Vega — Google review
If you know Ryoma, or are interested in this samurai, you must visit this place along with the museum nearby.
The samurai who played a quite an important roll in Japan's history used to look at the pacific ocean and think about the future of the world and Japan.
TEZU OE — Google review
Most famous place in Shikoku. Sakamoto Ruoma is most important people during the last Edo period.
Godaisan Park is a beautiful park with wonderful views of the city. The park is included in the Yu bus tour so one shouldnt miss it. The park is quiet and relaxing to see the cityscape from the viewpoint, and it is a great place to take pictures.
You cant come to Kochi and not come here, especially if you’re visiting the botanic garden and temple. Beautiful park with wooden lookout that provides stunning 300 degree views of Kochi, the surrounding mountains, and unparalleled sunset views.
Shane Ingram Evans — Google review
On 27 March 2023, my wife and I drove up here at night. The road leading up to the top of the mountain is narrow and winding. Apart from the Kochi city at night, we also saw some Sakura blossoms. The Park is good for young lovers enjoying their privacy inside their cars. Only when we left did we know that the road is one way traffic and is pretty safe!
Peter Kam Fai Cheung — Google review
Very nice view of the city of Kochi and surrounding areas.
Lee Zahn — Google review
I have seen so many places like this in Japan where there's a park that overlooks the city, they are all great and worth while visiting and this is no exception. The views of Kochi are spectacular, Godaisan Park is the type of place I could easily stay for a couple of hours staring at the views, I know I took a lot of pictures but I took time to savour the moment. Really neat place to visit.
Shinboner — Google review
This place has a nice view of the city. It is quiet and relaxing to see the cityscape from the view deck. It is included in the My Yu bus tour so one shouldn’t miss this great place to take pictures.
Reina Anne Perez — Google review
Nice park with wonderful flowers and great views over Kochi. Contains a nice observation deck and restaurants.
Andreas Ludwig — Google review
If you want to see the overview of Kochi city, I will recommend to visit the observation desk in Godaisan Park. Additional points is that you will get the chance to visit the greatest botanical garden within few distnace.
Hasan Mehraj — Google review
Amazing landscape. I came here when I was a graduate student at Kochi University of Technology.
(Translated by Google) The other day 👍 my nephew and niece in Kochi 😁 applied for this free distribution campaign 😁 I received an IC card and sent me a smile 😃 and a photo with the IC card 🤗 my nephew my niece changa [Train 🚃 card, Ikoka? watermelon? 😂😂 ICOCA is... Kansai IC card, Suica is... Kanto IC card 🤣 Kochi train city bus IC card is...? ]Auntie also has an IC card 👍ICOCA. He said, let's be together 🤩🤩. {Acceptance is now closed}Sundays and holidays🎌! You can ride an IC card (is it?) for one coin of 10 yen. Trains 🚃 in Kansai are JR, Osaka Metro, etc. Trains in Kochi are streetcars. The train that comes to Kochi Station 🚉 is a train. Sometimes when I talk to my friends in Kansai (sometimes I go home by train), I usually say that! My friend is a train 🤔🤔? ! what? was heard again. After all, I realize that Kochi trains have not penetrated in Kansai 😆 Here ... when I go home! I often went to see trams. Although it is not a Kochi tourist attraction, you can see various types of trams. Recommended 👍 It's a spot 🤩🤩 I hope everyone who sees this has a good thing 💞💞
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先日👍高知の甥っ子くん姪っ子ちゃんから😁こちらの無料配布キャンペーンを申し込みし…ICカードが届き笑顔😃とICカードとの写真が送信してくれました🤗甥っ子くん姪っ子ちゃんが[電車🚃のカード、イコカ?スイカ?来たきって言ってました😂😂ICOCAは…関西のICカード、スイカは…関東のICカード🤣高知の電車市バスのICカードは…ですか。]おばちゃんもICカード👍ICOCA持っちゅうき。一緒やね🤩🤩って言ってくれました。{今現在は受け付け終了}日曜祝日🎌は!ワンコイン10円で😆ICカード(ですか)に乗れます。関西で電車🚃はJR・大阪メトロ・等。高知で電車は…路面電車。高知駅🚉に来る電車は…汽車。関西でたまに友達と話しした時に(汽車で帰省する時もある。)って普通に言ったら!友達が汽車🤔🤔?!って?聞き直されました。やはり関西では高知の汽車は浸透してないって実感する😆ここは…帰省した時に!路面電車見によく行きました。高知観光名所ではないですが、いろんなタイプの路面電車見れるので。おすすめ👍スポットです🤩🤩これをみられた皆様にいい事ありますように💞💞
???????? — Google review
(Translated by Google) It's retro and convenient as a way to get around the city 😄 We recommend the 1-day pass (500 yen) ⤴️⤴️
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レトロで市内を移動する手段として便利です😄1日乗車券(500円)をオススメします⤴️⤴️
居酒屋右京 — Google review
(Translated by Google) When I used the tram, I was told that I could not use a transfer ticket. I took a train from Kochi Station to Harimaya Bridge, got a transfer ticket at Harimaya Bridge, finished some errands, and then took a train bound for Kochi Ekimae from Hasuikechodori Station.
I've never been told this before, and I've never been warned about it, so to be honest, why is it happening now? That's what it felt like.
First of all, when I rode the tram for the first time, I was told that it was okay, and the train crew had never told me that before, so I didn't know that it was not allowed.
If you suddenly need to be careful like that, shouldn't you tell all the crew on a regular basis? I had been doing this for years without knowing it was a mistake, but I was suddenly warned about it, and the attitude of the flight attendant was unpleasant.
Even though I didn't know anything, they accused me as if I was doing something really bad.
Shouldn't all crew members be properly instructed before they get angry about something like this? It's so unreasonable.
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路面電車を利用した際に乗り換え券が使えないと言われました。高知駅からはりまや橋まで乗ってはりまや橋で乗り換え券を貰い、用事を済ましたあと蓮池町通駅から高知駅前行に乗りました。
今まで言われたことが1度もなかったし、注意されたことも無かったのでいきなりそんなことを言われて正直なんで今更?って感じでした。
まず、路面電車に初めて乗った時それでも大丈夫といわれたし今まで乗務員さんにも言われたことがなかったのでいけないことだと知らなかったです。
急にそんな注意するなら普段から全乗務員にそう伝えておくべきでは無いですか?それが間違いだと知らずにそうやっていままで何年も前からしていたのにいきなり注意されて、その乗務員の態度も不快でした。
何も知らないのにまるですごく悪いことをしてるみたいに責められました。
こんなことが怒る前に乗務員全員にきちんと指導しておくべきではないでしょうか?あまりにも理不尽です。
えむ — Google review
(Translated by Google) It is convenient because there is a free parking lot of Park and Ride.
When I made a reservation for a highway bus to visit a family member who was transferred outside the prefecture, the uncle at the counter told me that I could not use the parking lot unless I made a reservation together on the way home.
I have a big trunk, so if I was refused parking, I would have to go home and start over again. "Then when is your return flight?"
On another day, a different person said, "It's okay because the parking lot is full. If you rush after work, it's dangerous, so it's okay if it's not today or tomorrow. Tell your family." It was compatible.
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パークアンドライドの無料駐車場があるので便利。
県外の単身赴任の家族に会いに行く為 高速バスを予約した際 帰りも一緒に予約しないと駐車場は使えないと窓口のおじさんに言われました。
大きなトランクを持ってるので駐車を断られたらまた家に帰って出直さなければならず、その日の夕方までに仕事終わった家族に車を引取りに来てもらうので融通きかせて欲しいと言ったけど「じゃあ 帰りの便はいつ?」と同じことばかり聞かれてガッカリ。
別の日には違う人で「駐車場いっぱい空いてるから大丈夫だよ。仕事終わって 慌てたら危ないから今日中じゃなくても明日でもいいよ。家族に伝えてあげて」と思いやりのある親切な対応でした。
??? — Google review
(Translated by Google) It was nice to be able to see various streetcars depending on the time of day. I was just passing by so I didn't know the details.
(Original)
時間帯にもよりますがいろんな路面電車が見えて良かった。通りかかっただけなので詳しくは分からなかった。
フラーメン — Google review
(Translated by Google) Visited on Sunday.
Unfortunately, the goods shop is closed.
Since I came all the way,
I want to take pictures of trains.
When I called the office,
Be kind even when you are at work
Thank you for responding.
Enter until just before the no trespassing sign,
I was able to take some wonderful photos.
thank you.
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日曜日に訪問。
残念ながらグッズショップはお休み。
せっかく来たから、
電車の写真が撮りたいなぁ。
事務所に声をかけたら、
仕事中にも関わらず親切に
対応して下さいました。
立ち入り禁止看板手前まで入れ、
素敵な写真が撮れました。
ありがとう。
14 — Google review
(Translated by Google) When you say "Toden", people outside the prefecture probably think of the word "Toden".
In Kochi, when you say “Toden”, it means “Doden”! ! Orankuchinku train.
Furthermore, when you say "train," JR means train outside the prefecture, but in Kochi, JR means "train," and when you say "train," it's the Taratoden train!
Tram tracks run north-south and east-west, making it easy to find directions around Kochi city.
There are many different types of trains from all over the world running on the train. There are many female drivers these days. You can also hear the voice of Wakako Shimazaki (Wakko), the older sister of the Kochi family, on the announcements at the tram stop near the main branch of the Shigin Bank.
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「とでん」と言えば、県外では「都電」の字を思い浮かべるのでは?
高知では「とでん」と言うたら「土電」!!おらんくうちんく電車。
さらに、「電車」と言えば、県外ではJRも電車やけど、高知ではJRは「汽車」で「電車」と言うたらとでんの電車!
路面電車の軌道が南北、東西に走っちゅうき、高知市内を中心に方位がわかりやすい。
電車の車両は古今東西のいろんな型の電車が走りゆう。最近は女性の運転手さんも多い。四銀の本支店が近くにある電停のお知らせアナウンスでは、高知家の姉さんこと島崎和歌子さん(ワッコさん)の声も聴ける。
Angelina — Google review
(Translated by Google) It was parked in various parking lots, but there were signs saying that unauthorized trespassing on the premises was prohibited.
For the first time, I rode the Tosaden train from in front of the garage.
The fare in the city was 200 yen.
(Original)
色んなとさでん停まってましたが、敷地内無断侵入禁止と看板がありました。
初めて 車庫前からとさでん乗りました。
市内は運賃200円でした。
アップルちゃん — Google review
(Translated by Google) Later, I received another apology from the person in charge of the bus company, so I am revising my evaluation.
★→★★
My cell phone rang on the bus, and even though I wasn't talking, the driver threatened me and warned me, which was very unpleasant.
Driver lacks service spirit
I later received an apology from the person in charge of the bus company, so I am revising my review. ★→★★
My cell phone rang in the car, and although I didn't say anything, the driver threatened me and warned me, which was unpleasant. Driver lacks service spirit
(Original)
Later, I received another apology from the person in charge of the bus company, so I am revising my evaluation.
★→★★
My cell phone rang on the bus, and even though I wasn't talking, the driver threatened me and warned me, which was very unpleasant.
Driver lacks service spirit
后来又收到巴士公司负责人的道歉,所以我正在修改我的评价。 ★→★★
车上我的手机响了,虽然我没有说话,但司机却威胁我、警告我,这很不愉快。 司机缺乏服务精神
pooh akko — Google review
(Translated by Google) Even if there are passengers waiting at the bus stop, the airport shuttle bus may ignore them and pass by. They won't let me ride. What about public transportation?
(Original)
空港連絡バスはバス停で客が待っていても無視して通過することがあります。乗車させてくれません。公共交通としてどうなんかね。
The Kochi Yosakoi Information Exchange Center is a museum dedicated to the history of yosakoi, which is a Japanese dance form that uses an ornate costume and wooden props. The center provides information in both English and Japanese about the history of yosakoi, as well as how to perform the dance. There is no admission fee, making it a great place to learn about this fascinating culture.
A well done and free of charge museum where you get to learn about Yosakoi festival, the simple rules that define it, it's origin and how it has evolved today. Information is presented mostly in Japanese, but exhibits are interesting and there is a good collection of exhibits for you to appreciate how the festival 🎎 has gained popularity over the years
liu yijie — Google review
Small museum with lots of info and exhibits related to the Yosakoi dance and festival in Kochi. Definitely worth a visit if you're interested, you can even make your own naruko noisemaker here (for a cost).
Roland Carlos — Google review
There was no entrance fee, which is great. We could also try out costumes used for Yosakoi and learn the dance through a video. An effort was also made to provide English translations for parts of the exhibition.
Emi Hamakawa — Google review
A very interesting and beautiful place ! You can learn a lot about yosakoi, and try a lot of things, like wearing costumes, making naruko and learning dances ! A must-do in Kochi, even if you don't know yosakoi (yet^^). There are few explanations written in English, but you can use a flashcode to have audio explanations.
Alizée Ducournau — Google review
Best Places to Learn About Kochi Yosakoi dance. You can try on Yosakoi dance costume.
The local history museum Kochi Castle Museum of History is a beautiful building that celebrates the history of Kochi castle. It has interesting exhibitions on the history of the castle and the city of Kochi. The museum is also home to a cafe and terrace with great views of the castle.
500 💹 entrance fee gets you access to all 3 floors of the museum.
There's a hands on gallery where you can experience dressing up in samurai helmet and robes, and also try your hand at creating a portrait by layering 5 different stamps. Meant for kids, but still had fun nonetheless.
The audio guide is free and provides a detailed explanation of the various artifacts in the gallery. Information is contextualized for non-Japanese visitors and it was helpful to learn about Kochi's history.
liu yijie — Google review
This rating is based on a non-Japanese visitor’s oerspective. I would give the building that houses this museum 4 stars due to its beautiful design which incorporates local materials (wood in particular) and motifs throughout - though this could be more clearly explained.
The exhibits are mostly artifacts from the Yamanouchi clan who occupied neighboring Kochi Castle from the early 17th century. There are many important historical documents on display, the significance of which is unfortunately lost on the casual visitor. There are some visually appealing artifacts - the samurai helmets based upon animal forms are particularly - on display, but the exhibition is probably best suited to those with a strong interest in Japanese history.
I recommend viewing the videos available BEFORE going around the exhibits and to use foreign language the audio guide available (¥1000 deposit).
Admission to the 1st and 2nd floors is free - the museum shop has some nice stuff in it, but the 2f cafe is kind of “old school”. The view of the castle from the 3rd floor gallery (admission free required) is nice, but it’s difficult to avoid reflection from the glass windows and is not that much better than the view from the castle steps.
Paul Walsh — Google review
Beautiful, state-of-the-arts museum. You can enjoy Sakamoto Ryoma latte art in the cafe on the second floor while taking in the view of the castle.
The museum itself has lots of interesting cultural and military artifacts. There is some English though I wish there were more. Many of the captions are addressed to child audiences though, so if you can read some Japanese you will be able to follow along well enough. The museum also offers some nicely done history videos, many of which have English subtitles.
I saw the staff disinfecting surfaces and they take your temperature when you enter so you can enter without worrying too much about the coronavirus.
Nat Fine — Google review
Nice, brand new museum. Audio guide and some explanations in English, which is most appreciated. However, the collection is pretty small for the fee. Please note that combined tickets museum/castle are available at the museum. When we visited, only the permanent collection consisting mainly of maps and books/scrolls were on display. The special exhibition was closed so I can't comment on this.
François Marquis — Google review
It's a small museum, but very nice to see the history. You can also make a cool postcard stamp to remember your visit.
Kathryn Mathers — Google review
I was a little bit disappointed by the museum as it's a spacious building, but the exhibits are only on the 3rd floor. What was on display was very good quality, but considering the number of artefacts in they say are in the museums collection I was hoping to see more on display.
Ali Low — Google review
Great museum for understanding Japanese culture n history of Kochi Castle. Nicely done in an interesting building. Also provide a nice spot for taking pictures of the castle from the cafe balcony.
Anna Cheung — Google review
great museum with cool historical artifacts from the castle. very little english though!
The Museum of Art, Kochi boasts an extensive assortment of artworks by Chagall and resident artist Yasuhiro Ishimoto. Additionally, the museum features a series of changing exhibits. This venue is a cultural hub that showcases the region's unique artistic expressions, picturesque landscapes, and food delicacies. Its collection draws in art enthusiasts from all over to appreciate the diverse works on display.
This was easy to gain access, and the service was great. The staff was very accommodating to foreigners
Joe Flugel — Google review
Interesting art museum and nice cafe but do not be fooled by the basic free entry. At the time of my visit for most of the exhibitions you had to pay an entry fee of over 1000JPY multiple times to be able to visit the major part of the museum. Not essentially bad but a bit misleading and you have to consider not many rooms were in use even though the museum looks big on the outside. Good for on a rainy day, but otherwise not a must-see for the average tourist.
Alexander Liekens — Google review
Nice location, nice architecture. Great garden. Unfortunately, the information on opening ours in google maps was not correct, so we were not able to enter ;(
Andreas Ludwig — Google review
Tiny. Not sure it’s worth the visit for the price
Violet Pacileo — Google review
Great to see the work of our fellow country man Theo Jansen. From where we live to Bergen is just 30 km, but we travelled half the
world to see his works... Makes you wonder...
Rob Ales — Google review
T^T
TY — Google review
A pleasant little museum. Worth visiting if you're already in Kochi, but, I wouldn't make a trip to Kochi just to come here though.
Chris Miller — Google review
I love kochi prefecture co'z lots of memorable moments.
Their culture, people, works, food, scenery,and a lot more....
I wish i could comeback after 27 yrs hehehe....
Zeny reyes — Google review
If you visit Kōchi, you have to visit this museum. Fantastic.!
I can speak Japanese, but the person at the information desk spoke fluent English. Was very helpful in recommending local dishes. You can also get bus and tosu railway passes here.
Austin H — Google review
(Translated by Google) On a private car trip to Kochi Prefecture, I visited it as the first spot after entering Kochi Prefecture.
In the plaza on the south side of JR Kochi Station, statues of the three patriots representing the Tosa clan are lined up as landmarks.
From left: Hanpeita Takeichi, Ryoma Sakamoto, Shintaro Nakaoka. So when you look up, it's very impressive.
Please note that these statues are not bronze statues, but are made of styrofoam or urethane.
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高知県へのマイカー旅で、高知県入りして最初のスポットとして訪問しました。
JR高知駅の南側の広場には、ランドマークとして土佐藩を代表する三志士の像が並んでいます。
左から武市半平太、坂本龍馬、中岡慎太郎。したから見上げるととても迫力があります。
なお、これらの像は銅像ではなく、発砲スチロールやウレタン製だそうです。
Nao Y (nao) — Google review
(Translated by Google) This is a tourist information center in front of Kochi Station.
There is also a rental bicycle, which is very useful.
You can also issue a Ryoma passport here.
(Original)
高知駅前にある観光案内所です。
レンタサイクルもありとても重宝しています
龍馬パスポートの交付もこちらでできますよ
yuki k. — Google review
(Translated by Google) 2024.03.24
Events are often held on weekends, and it happened to coincide with a local food competition. Even though it rained, I was still happy.
(Original)
2024.03.24
週末常舉辦活動,剛好遇上在地美食比賽,雖然下雨依然開心。
KENKEN Chen — Google review
(Translated by Google) The place where the events are held is a large square with a very cool statue of three samurai
(Original)
Nơi tổ chức các sự kiện, là một quãng trường rộng, có bức tượng 3 ông samurai rất ngầu
1988 VLOG — Google review
(Translated by Google) There is a large parking lot next to Kochi Station. There is a fee, but if you make a purchase of 1,000 yen or more inside, you will get a few hours free. The building is new and spacious and has plenty of tourist information and souvenirs.
(Original)
高知駅の横にあり駐車場は広いです。有料ですが、中で買い物を1000円以上買うと数時間無料になります。建物は新しくて広く観光情報、お土産品など充実してます。
ラブシャンティー — Google review
(Translated by Google) I visited a local idol's live performance. 🙇♂️It seems like local idol events are often held here.
It was my first time at this site, so I wanted to take a walk around the area, but it was too hot so I gave up. 😭 I would like to visit you again if I have a chance.
(Original)
ローカルアイドルさんのライブでお邪魔しました。🙇♂️この場所では地元のアイドルさんのイベントがよく行われている様ですね。
この現場は初めてでしたので周辺を散策したかったのですが暑すぎて断念。😭 また機会があればお邪魔しようと思います。
Hideo Shishido — Google review
(Translated by Google) It has been decided that Ryoma Sakamoto's birthplace set (NHK Taiga Drama Ryomaden) will be removed.If you haven't seen it yet, hurry up, it's currently free.
Although the scale is small, it has a great atmosphere.
(Original)
坂本龍馬の生家セット(NHK大河ドラマ龍馬伝)の撤去が決まりました、まだ見ていない方はお早目に、現在は無料です。
スケールは小さいが雰囲気はあります。
M M — Google review
(Translated by Google) Yosakoi Festival special performance! {Track Yosakoi by Chifure 2019 Yosakoi Grand Prize Team} 💝 Photos came from Yosakoi people in Kochi 🤗 [Always! Here! Yosakoi dancing 🤩 Next year 💞 Let's dance 2 years of Yosakoi] Definitely Let's dance Yosakoi next year 🥰🥳 If you look closely at the photo! It's at Kochi Station! (Anpanman train) 🤭 The photo was taken at! Yosakoi Enbujo (Kochi Station Square). I hope something good happens to everyone who sees this 💞💞 P.S. (Ryoma Passport 😁 It's issued here 🙆) Of course I have a Ryoma Passport 🤩 P.S. The Yosakoi person who took the photo! (Anpanman train 🚃) Until they come !They said they were waiting 🥺 Thank you for your hard work taking the photo 🙇 Thank you for the photo m(_ _)m
I took a photo before the coronavirus pandemic, but it's not very good, but I'll post a photo💖
(Original)
よさこい祭り特別演舞!{とらっくよさこいbyちふれ2019よさこい大賞チーム}高知のよさこい人から💝写真が来ました🤗[いつも!ここで!よさこい踊るけど🤩来年こそ💞2年分よさこい踊ろう]絶対にに来年こそよさこい踊ろう🥰🥳写真よく見たら!高知駅に!(アンパンマン電車)映ってる🤭写真撮影場所は!よさこい演舞場(高知駅前広場)です。これを見られた皆様にいい事ありますように💞💞追伸(龍馬パスポート😁こちらで発行されてます🙆)勿論龍馬パスポート持ってます🤩追伸!写真撮影したよさこい人は!(アンパンマン電車🚃)来るまで!待っていたそうです🥺写真撮影お疲れ様です🙇写真ありがとうm(_ _)m
コロナ禍前に私が写真撮影した上手くないけど😅写真載せますね💖
Obiyamachi is a charming shopping arcade with an array of delightful items to purchase and tempting food to savor. It's best visited between 9 am and 5 pm to ensure access to the shops, while dining options are available from 11 am to 2 pm and after 5 pm. This ensures that visitors can fully enjoy the offerings without missing out on any experiences due to closure times.
The Harimaya Bridge is a beautiful and historic bridge that stands next to a busy road. The setting is peaceful, with a crystal clear river on one side and the hustle and bustle of traffic on the other. If you go on the hour, you can listen to Yosakoi music while golden dancers come out to dance.
It's a nice iconic bridge. It's old if you will see the floor bridge but I believe they're taking good care of it coz it won't last like that prettily until today. Easy to visit coz it's in the center of the town. Accessible to everyone. And since I visited during spring, it has pretty flowers everywhere! It's so nice!
Grace dela Vega — Google review
Has some
History for this bridge about a monk and a lover
Joseph Wang — Google review
Mmm. A small bridge in the centre of Kochi. An odd attraction. Do not go to Kochi especially for this bridge.
Niek de Greef — Google review
It is just a little, rather short vermilion wooden bridge. The bridge tells the sad story of a love affair between a monk, Junshin and a woman, Ouma. They used to have secret meetings even though the monk's sect prohibited such relationships. Their affair was discovered when someone saw Junshin buying a hairpin at a shop near the bridge. Both Junshin & Ouma were banished to separate locations, never to see each other again. Look at the statues in front of the bridge, see if you can spot the hairpin.
GAN LAY YONG — Google review
It's a small bridge that has historical importance to it. Also a popular meeting spot for the locals.
Johnny Lam — Google review
Harimayabashi is right nearby a hotel. It makes you ignoring easily that place. However, the water along the stream is clear enough and small stones wrapped by green sheet. Beautiful!
Fleetwood Lee — Google review
Shopping options unlimited.
Steve Christian — Google review
Just an ordinary bright red bridge. But, it does, have its own charm and uniqueness and history.
Momozono Cherushi — Google review
A beautiful little bridge filled with so much history. It's almost as if you are taken back in time. As you walk across, on the one side you can look at a very calm and serene setting of a crystal clear little river surrounded by greenery and on the other side the bustling road where older taxis, trams and buses, mixed in with newer cars, go back and forth. If you go on the hour you'll be able to listen to the clock across the road play Yosakoi music while golden dancers come out to dance to celebrate the passing of time.
A very short experience but worth it if you are willing to take in all the surroundings.
Julia HOZY — Google review
The bridge has a certain romance to it about forbidden love and it's tragic ending, but the best part is actually walking past the bridge through the shops towards the main shopping center of Kochi. There's some water and when I was there some really pretty blooming cherry trees dropping their blooms into the water below. A little gazebo was there too. Totally worth the walk with all the spring flowers. The bridge and statues aren't really much, but the area right behind the bridge is completely peaceful and worthwhile, and just past that you find yourself in the shopping district.
I really enjoyed this place - came on a hot and sunny day so it was very scenic.
When you get to the top there is shade and when we were there there was a nice breeze so was quite pleasant. The sound of the ocean crashing on the rocks is extremely calming.
Definitely worth visiting if in kochi.
There is a beach nearby but you can't swim.
Boss — Google review
Absolutely stunning sight. Pintoresque and friendly. A landmark from afar and a great viewing platform from close. And a shrine for worshippers. So many things delivered by this one beautiful little place.
Andreas Ludwig — Google review
Wow stunning view here
liholim — Google review
Small shrine at the end of Katsuragahama Beach with nice views.
Paul Walsh — Google review
Beautiful ocean views and shrine! Excellent gift shops and just overall amazing experience highly recommend.
The STARBUCKS Kochi Obiyamachi Shop is a coffeehouse chain based in Seattle that offers its signature roasts, WiFi access and light bites. The shop has ample seating space on the first floor and more upstairs accessible through the back staircase. There are clean bathrooms on the second floor and an excellent selection of souvenir cups, mugs, coffee, and frappuccinos available for purchase. Both drip and brewed coffee are served to customers.
A+ staff. I was followed into this location by an older man and the barista staff here called the police and rescued me. I don't know Japanese and I had no idea how to move forward with my day but they made it so much safer for me. Plus, great food and a delicious tea latte
Julianne Streeter — Google review
Good size Starbucks within walking distance of Hirome market with seatings on the first floor and plenty more upstairs through the stair case at the back of the shop. Bathrooms can be found on the second floor and quite clean.
Good selection of souvenir cups and mugs and selection of coffee and frapuccino. Both drip and brewed coffee are available.
Saifu Angto — Google review
A comfortable modern Starbucks with seating upstairs. It seems to be very popular with students in the afternoon so seating is limited.
Stuart Woodward — Google review
It’s a Starbucks, they’re all the same. Staff are helpful and you can watch YOSAKOI in the air conditioning from the second floor. Buy a large drink though, because the staff definitely monitor that.
Piper O'Dowd — Google review
A nice airy Seco floor seating area with a variety of seating options. Connected to the main covered shopping arcade and easy to find.
Rico Kanthatham — Google review
All of the staff was incredibly nice as always, and it has a great view of Obiyamachi so you can people watch if you want to.
Chris Brickey — Google review
Super friendly staff, quick service and I recommend the 2nd floor for people watching / quiet reading or studying.
Jason Hemphill — Google review
High school students are filled up the seats in the afternoon. They don't behave well.
This aquarium is home to a wide variety of sea creatures, including red-eyed Japanese lates and eels. Additionally, there's a touching pool and a penguin exhibit. This place is definitely worth checking out if you're in Kochi!
It amazing place,relaxing places,no.1 sightseeing in Kochi ken
sakurabuzz tv — Google review
Such sad place should be closed !!! Why so many aquariums in Japan? Don’t bring your kids to see sad, sick animals in jail! This is what you are supporting if you go: On September 1st , 2022, in Taiji, Japan, dolphin hunters once again began the six-month-long season to chase, net, and capture dolphins for captivity. They will also slaughter the pod mates and family members of those dolphins chosen for the lucrative dolphin trade and life imprisonment
Smarta Tokyo — Google review
The aquarium is small and a little bit dirty. The place does not have air conditioning. Also 1200¥ entrance fee for such a small aquarium is too much.
Tad M — Google review
Avoid. I think it’s a big cultural difference between westerners and Japanese. It’s not right to keep dolphins and seals in such terrible conditions, but Japanese people have no problem with it.
Dragon Bear — Google review
Great that you can feed almost all the animals.
Ronald Lett — Google review
I am shocked that people still go to watch the dolphin shows. It is not right to take these intelligent, kind and beautiful creatures from where they belong and put them in small tanks, starve them so they would do the tricks and enterentain the public. I've seen how these guys clean the tanks, and they empty them completely to clean them while the dolphins are gasping! This is not right on so many levels! Please do not buy the tickets to the dolphins' shows!
Ilona B. — Google review
Dolphins are truly gentle creatures. They are sentient social animals with consciousness probably like ours. How happy would they be living in captivity? Dolphins in aquarium is like a person in prison! 😕😕😕
Nivendhini Sona — Google review
Really depressing place to visit. The fish and mammals are in tiny enclosures and look traumatized.
I would not recommend visiting here.
Maureen Marazzi — Google review
Small aquarium. There is no English guide. But it’s worth to visit their kind employees. I’ll miss kenta gun.
JUNGSOO OK — Google review
They don't even deserve 1 star!
Animal cruelty of the highest level, dolphins left gasping as their tanks are emptied completely for cleaning. Causing suffocation to the dolphin! God knows what else goes on behind closed doors.
STOP contributing to the problem by supporting these vile establishments
Nikita Hailie — Google review
Theres lot of videos circulating showing the disgusting was they care for their animals. Forcing dolphins to stay in a draining pool as they throw chemicals around. It’s horrifying. I urge you to not support an industry that exploits and kills so many marine mammals.