Kochi travel guides

Discover the 10 best things to do in Kochi, Japan — samurai castles, seared bonito, coastal beaches, and practical 2026 travel tips for Shikoku.

Plan your visit to Kochi Castle with admission prices, opening hours, history highlights, and practical travel tips for a rewarding Shikoku trip.

Discover Kōchi's food scene: straw-seared katsuo tataki, Hirome Market, yuzu cuisine, and the okyaku sake tradition in Shikoku, Japan. Plan your trip now.

Plan your Kochi itinerary with this 2-day Japan guide: Kochi Castle, katsuo tataki at Hirome Market, Katsurahama Beach, Godaisan Hill, and day-trip options for 2026.

Discover Kochi's Sunday Market — 300+ years of stalls selling yuzu, Tosa knives, and imoten on Otesuji Street. Hours, tips, and what to buy in 2026.

Discover where to stay in Kochi, Japan — area breakdowns, hotel types, and booking tips for Kochi City, Shikoku, covering the castle district and beyond.

Plan your visit to Chikurin-ji Temple in Kochi. Discover the five-story pagoda, the Shikoku 88 Pilgrimage history, and practical tips for cruise passengers.

Plan your trip to Mount Godai with our visitor guide. Includes Chikurin-ji Temple hours, MY-YU bus discounts, and the best spots for Kochi city views.

Master Kochi's famous Hirome Market with our visitor guide. Learn how the shared seating works, what to order, and essential etiquette for a smooth trip.

Plan your trip to Katsurahama Beach with our guide to the Sakamoto Ryoma statue, the local aquarium, and transport tips from Kochi City.

Plan your trip with our Kochi Castle visitor guide. Covers the 150-step climb, original Edo-period architecture, costs, and the best time to visit Japan's last intact citadel.

Plan your visit with this Kochi Sunday Market visitor guide. Discover 300 years of history, Tosa cutlery, and local food in our 1-day Sunday plan.