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Nature Spots in Shimanto River / Ashizuri Area

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  • Cape Ashizuri
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    Kouchi Pref. Tosashimizushi Ashizurimisaki
    Cape Ashizuri is a cape at the very tip of Ashizuri Peninsula protruding out into the cobalt blue sea. The contrast of the white water crashing against the steep cliff faces and the blue of the deep sea is a sight worth seeing. The Cape Ashizuri Observatory commands a view of more than 270 degrees allowing visitors to truly appreciate the roundness of the earth.
    Cape Ashizuri image
  • Shimanto River
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    Kochi Prefecture Tsuno Town, Yusuhara Town, Nakatosa Town, Shimanto Town, Shimanto City
    With its source high up in the 1,336 meter peaks of Mt. Irazu, a watershed of 2,270 square kilometers and a length of 196 kilometers, the Shimanto River is the longest river in Shikoku. Known as the last clear stream in Japan on account of there not being any dams the river still has much culture which links the people to the river such as the distinctive chinkabashi, or sinking bridges, designed so as not to be washed away in times of flood, as well as the various kinds of smoked fish which have resulted from the fishing in this area. The Shimanto River, blessed with a wide width and large volume of water, is gaining popularity as a Mecca for water sports such as canoing, boating, and wind surfing.
    Shimanto River image
  • Kashiwa Island
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    Kouchi Pref. Hatagunotsukichou Kashiwajima
    This small island located at the southwestern tip of Otsuki Town, Hata County has a circumference of approximately four kilometers and a population of about 400 people. The currents of the Bungo Channel meet the Kuroshio Current in the waters off the island, which are home to a great variety of fish. As many as one third of all the species in Japan live there, making it one of the world's most famous diving spots. In addition, the island is visited by many tourists who come from great distances to see its incredibly clear waters, which have been described as looking as if boats were floating in midair.
    Kashiwa Island image
  • Hakusan Domon
    Travel / Tourism
    Kouchi Pref. Tosashimizushi Ashizurimisaki
    This natural tunnel is located at Cape Ashizuri in Tosashimizu City. Formed from marine erosion, the 16 meter-tall, 17-meter-wide natural granite tunnel is the largest of its kind in Japan. Designated as a prefectural natural monument, the tunnel can be viewed up close from the beach by using the promenade.
    Hakusan Domon image
  • Tatsukushi
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    Kouchi Pref. Tosashimizushi
    This scenic spot is located in Tatsukushi, Tosashimizu City. Coastal erosion by wind and waves results in a rock formation called honeycomb, and visitors can enjoy geologically significant rocks and beautiful views. The Tatsukushi Coast was designated as Japan’s first “underwater park” (currently called “marine parks”) and is also home to Japan’s largest Shikorosango coral cluster. Visitors can enjoy diving, swimming, and even taking a ride on glass-bottomed boats that allow passengers to observe the underwater life from above the waves.
    Tatsukushi image
  • Minokoshi Kaigan Coast
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    Kouchi Pref. Tosashimizushi Tatsukushi
    This is a spot of picturesque scenery of strange rocks of various sizes eroded by the sea and wind. It is said that the origin of the name comes from the words of the high priest Kobo Daishi (Kukai) when he once trained in Shikoku. Due to the rugged landscape he missed seeing the sight, “Minokoshita” in Japanese. There are walkways in the surrounding area, and visitors can see strange rocks including Mermaid Palace and Love Rock up close.
    Minokoshi Kaigan Coast image
  • Shakushi Pass
    Travel / Tourism
    Kochi Shimanto-shi
    Shakushi Pass image
  • Idei Pothole
    Travel / Tourism
    Kochi Sukumo-shi Hashikamicho Idei
  • Kanaezaki
    Travel / Tourism
    Kochi Tosashimizu-shi Kanaezaki
  • Irino Kaigan
    Travel / Tourism
    Kochi Hata-gun Kuroshiocho Irino
  • Omuronohama
    Travel / Tourism
    Kouchi Pref. Takaokagunshimantochou Okitsu
  • Kubotsu Whale watching
    Travel / Tourism
    Kochi Tosashimizu-shi Kubotsu
  • Kuroshiocho Whale watching
    Travel / Tourism
    Kochi Hata-gun Kuroshiocho Saga 381
  • Mt.Imanoyama
    Travel / Tourism
    Kochi
  • Mt.Dogamori
    Travel / Tourism
    Kochi
  • Mt.Gozaishonomine
    Travel / Tourism
    Kochi
  • Tsuga Dam Lake
    Travel / Tourism
    Kochi Takaoka-gun Shimantocho Shimodo
  • Mt.Imose
    Travel / Tourism
    Kochi Sukumo-shi
  • Shiraiwahana
    Travel / Tourism
    Kochi Prefecture Sukumo
  • Kushigahana
    Travel / Tourism
    Kochi Sukumo-shi
Kochi Shimanto River / Ashizuri
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The largest of Shikoku’s prefectures, Kochi is endowed with some of the island’s most exceptional sand beaches lining the Pacific Ocean, which narrows into the Shimanto-gawa, a huge river that stretches 196 kilometers into the prefecture, passing verdant mountains and hosting countless riverside activities. Whether you’re a pilgrim or not, Kochi’s 16 Buddhist temples that make up one leg of the Shikoku Pilgrimage are worth a visit, particularly Chikurin-ji for its five-tier pagoda.

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