Kōchi Prefecture is located on Japan's Pacific coast surrounding a large bay in the south of Shikoku, with the southernmost point of the island located at Cape Ashizuri in Tosashimizu. Kōchi Prefecture is home to Kōchi Castle, considered the most intact Japanese castle, and the Shimanto River, one of the few undammed rivers in Japan.

Kochi (高知, Kōchi) prefecture is a natural paradise in Japan filled with country charms and beautiful scenery. View our top ten sightseeing destinations in Kochi City and across the prefecture.

Located in the Shikoku region, Kochi Prefecture (高知県, Kōchi-ken) is perhaps best known for being the birthplace of the legendary Japanese revolutionary Sakamoto Ryoma, one of the most important figures in modern Japanese history; his statue on Katsurahama Beach is arguably the Mecca for Ryoma fanatics.

Kochi Prefecture (高知県, Kōchi-ken) is located on the island of Shikoku. The prefectural capital is Kochi City. The prefecture's former name is Tosa. Tosa and its local hero Sakamoto Ryoma played an important historical role towards the end of the Edo Period.

Kochi Prefecture’s location on the Pacific Ocean has made it a gathering place for surfers from all over Japan. The Muroto area of its rugged coast has earned UNESCO Global Geopark status for its geological formations.

Apr 13, 2023 · Kōchi is the largest of Shikoku’s four prefectures. Its arching southern coastline borders Tosa Bay and the Pacific Ocean, while the inland is largely mountainous and densely forested.

Kōchi, ken (prefecture), southern Shikoku, Japan, stretching in an arc around Tosa Bay of the Pacific Ocean. It is the largest prefecture on the island. The population is concentrated on the Tosa plain, which, except on the south, is surrounded by mountains.

Mar 6, 2024 · Kochi prefecture in Japan is famous for its abundance of sunshine, calming waters, clear rivers, and indefinite coastlines. It’s a little paradise by itself. The perfect place for some soul-searching!

Apr 9, 2024 · Blessed with beautiful landscapes, delicious food, and an efficient streetcar network, Kōchi offers curious travelers a deep dive into both natural history and the birth of modern Japan.

Aug 13, 2020 · Kochi Prefecture (pronounce as Kōchi) is located along the southwest coast of the island of Shikoku. Its capital is Kochi City, which is famous for one of Japan’s best preserved feudal castle, Kochi Castle, and Sunday Market which has …