Culture Explore Kochi’s Nature and Culture Veronica Carnevale Located on the island of Shikoku, Kochi Prefecture is home to a rich diversity of cultural and natural wonders. Discover what awaits..
Culture Yosakoi Festival 2026 Early - Mid Aug Yosakoi is a dance festival in Kochi every August. It is a Carnival-like kind of party with a unique Japanese influence only Kochi..
Culture Local Character Festival in Susaki 2026 Mid Sep The Local Character Festival in Susaki is a fun celebration of Japan's mascot culture, known as yuru-chara. The event is set..
Historical Cape Ashizuri Dana Vielmetti See the Pacific in all its mighty grandeur at scenic Cape Ashizuri
Culture Yusuhara Town Library Chiara Terzuolo This marvel of Japanese design is hidden away in Yusuhara, a pretty town nestled in the mountains of Kochi Prefecture. Designed..
Museums A Day at Katsurahama Beach Dana Vielmetti Katsurahama--much more than a beach. Enjoy stunning views of the Pacific, an aquarium, the Ryoma Sakamoto Museum, dog fighting,..
Historical Chikurin Temple in Kochi Nate Hill Chikurin Temple (竹林寺) is number 31 in the 88-temple pilgrimage of Shikoku. You'll find it on Mt. Godai in Kochi City. I..
Culture Kure: A Historic Fishing Town Chiara Terzuolo The twisting streets and retro market of this fishing town in Kochi Prefecture make you feel like you have stepped back in time.