The Best of Kochi
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Port
Kochi, Japan
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Activity Level
Moderate Activity
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At (prices in USD)
$400
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 6½ Hours
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Meals Included
Meals included
See the sights of Kochi at a more leisurely pace.
Departing the oier by coach, take a short, leisurely drive to Katsurahama Beach, one of the most popular spots in Kochi and ranked in the top 100 beaches in Japan. Enjoy some free time to explore the crescent-shaped beach framed by rocky capes and Japanese pines. Just above the beach, a bronze monument honors Samurai Sakamoto Ryoma.
On a panoramic drive, you'll spot the Harimaya Bridge — a tiny red arched bridge hidden in the heart of Kochi City.
Visit Kochi Castle, built in 1600. See the impressive donjon (main tower), the splendid Otemon Gate and the honmaru (ring of defence), which remain as originally constructed. Stroll in the castle grounds to see the beautifully restored Tsumemon Gate.
Enjoy a traditional Japanese meal as Geisha performers entertain you with a combination of refined hospitality, classical music, dance, and traditional Japanese games.
Finally, visit Chikurin-ji Temple, said to have been founded in the early 8th century. It forms part of the Shikoku 88 temple pilgrimage — Japan's most famous pilgrimage route. The hondo (main hall) offers a view of the building's interior and a beautiful garden.
Please note: Wear comfortable, closed-toe walking shoes. Shade is limited; to avoid sunburn, wear light, long clothing suitable for use as a cover-up. Bring a hat and sunglasses; wear biodegradable/reef-safe sunscreen. Bring bottled water. Tour sequence may vary. You must remove your shoes at one or more location(s). Terrain includes even and uneven surfaces, cobblestones, inclines, gravel, grass, and steep and narrow stairs. Kochi Castle has more than 200 steps and Chikurin-ji Temple has more than70 steps. Weather and atmospheric conditions vary; no guarantee is offered with regard to visibility or views on any particular day. Unfamiliar accents can be challenging; feel free to ask your guide to repeat or elaborate on information, and to speak more slowly so you can fully comprehend and converse.