A day exploring the cuisine and natural beauty of the Shimanto River area

The Shimanto River is the longest river in Shikoku. Home to a huge selection of local sights both natural and artificial, it’s an excellent place to spend a day when exploring the hidden delights of Shikoku. To make the most out of your time here, follow this day long itinerary following the flow of the Shimanto River.

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Update 2023.08.07

DAY1

2018-07-24
- Kaiyodo Hobby Museum
  
  10:00
- Sankanya
  
  12:00
- Shamenji Farmhouse Restaurant
  
  13:00
- Kawarakko Camp Village
  
  14:15
- Sun River Shimanto Gift Store
  
  17:00

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DAY1

- Kaiyodo Hobby Museum
  
  10:00
  
  60min
  
  Museum / Science Museum
  
  A renovated school turned manga and anime museum, Kaiyodo Hobby Ikan Shimanto is one of the area’s most unique attractions. Created by Kaiyodo, one of the world’s biggest figurine makers, there’s plenty to see, explore, and do, even if you only have a vague interest in the world of collectibles.
  
  Address
  
  Kouchi Pref. Takaokagunshimantochou Utsuigawa 1458-1
  
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  - Kaiyodo Hobby Museum
- Car
  
  50min
- Sankanya
  
  12:00
  
  30min
  
  Other Coffee Shop
  
  Time to stop for a quick bite at Sankanya, one of the cutest cafes in the entire Shimanto River area. The cafe’s specialty is cakes and sweets produced using the finest fresh local produce from the region. If you don’t know what to get, ask the friendly staff for their recommendations.
  
  Address
  
  Kouchi Pref. Shimantoshi Nishitosaekawasaki By 2410 - 3 Road Station Within West Sosa
  - Sankanya
  - Sankanya
  - Sankanya
- Car
  
  17min
- Shamenji Farmhouse Restaurant
  
  13:00
  
  60min
  
  If you’re still feeling a little hungry, next on the itinerary is Shaenjiri Farmhouse Restaurant a warm, welcoming buffet style restaurant, where you can sample some classic homemade Shimanto dishes while admiring the stunning natural surroundings of the beautiful Shimanto River.
  
  Address
  - Shamenji Farmhouse Restaurant
  - Shamenji Farmhouse Restaurant
- Car
  
  9min
- Kawarakko Camp Village
  
  14:15
  
  120min
  
  Camping / Auto Camping
  
  It’d be a crime to spend the day along the Shimanto River without partaking in a classic Shimanto River canoe experience. Pop by the Kawarakko Camp Village to sign up for a canoeing adventure along the gentle and friendly flow of the Shimanto River. Safe for beginners, it’s an excellent way to see the beauty of Shimano from a whole new perspective.
  
  Address
  
  Kochi Prefecture Shimanto Ichida Idenokawa 24
  - Kawarakko Camp Village
  - Kawarakko Camp Village
- Car
  
  18min
- Sun River Shimanto Gift Store
  
  17:00
  
  30min
  
  Other Food
  
  Before you leave Shimanto, be sure to pay a visit to Sun River Shimanto Gift Store to pick up some unique local gifts and souvenirs. One item that you can’t go past is a Shimanto honey roll, a sweet bread like roll that’s a local favorite.
  
  Address
  
  Kouchi Pref. Shimantoshi Uyama 383-7
  - Sun River Shimanto Gift Store
  - Sun River Shimanto Gift Store
- FINISH
  
  17:30