[Kochi] Beautiful enough to take your breath away! 6 recommended sightseeing spots in Kuroshio Town

• Table of Contents
• 1.Irinohama
• 2. Irino Matsubara
• 3. Ogata Akatsukikan
• 4.Roadside Station Bios Ogata
• 5.Roadside Station Nabura Tosasaga
• 6. Shioya Beach
• Kuroshio Town tourist information

1.Irinohama

A sandy beach that is 4km long. We also hold contemporary art exhibitions several times a year, such as the ``T-shirt Art Exhibition'' and the ``Sea Breeze Quilt Exhibition.'' Irinohama Beach, known as ``Kochi's Salar de Uyuni,'' is known for its ``water mirror'' phenomenon, which makes it easy for first-time visitors to take great photos.

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2. Irino Matsubara

The pine forest that stretches approximately 2 km long in Irino, Kuroshio Town, commonly known as ``Irino Matsubara'', has protected the town and been loved by local residents since ancient times, and together with the sand dunes in the background, it belongs to the Tosa Southwest Large-Scale Park. Pine forests were first planted in the era of Chosokabe Motochika (late 16th century), and after being damaged by the tsunami during the Hoei Earthquake (1707), residents planted new wild black pine trees. It is said that it has protected the pine forest.

Cleaning and conservation activities to protect the forest continue today, and the pine forest is an essential part of Kuroshio Town, serving as a place of relaxation for the local community and a center of tourism, along with the sandy beach behind it. Just taking a walk through the forest is a truly relaxing and pleasant place, and it shows off its different faces throughout the seasons.

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3. Ogata Akatsukikan

It is a complex facility that includes the Akira Kamibayashi Literary Museum, the town library, a lecture hall, a town gallery, a conference room, and a Japanese-style room. Various special exhibitions are held within the facility, and it is also a base for the birth of new town culture.

The townspeople's gallery is also available to the general public as an exhibition space. (Reservations required) Movie screenings are also available, so please check before coming.

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4.Roadside Station Bios Ogata

"Hinataya Direct Sales Office" in the roadside station Bios Ogata, which is a 1-minute walk from the sea, is stocked with souvenirs and specialty products from Kochi Prefecture, as well as fresh locally grown vegetables and seafood. It is lined up with

If you are in western Kochi Prefecture, be sure to stop by the roadside station "Bios Ogata". You are sure to find seasonal ingredients.

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5.Roadside Station Nabura Tosasaga

``Roadside Station Nabura Tosasaga'', which was selected by the Kochi Family's Recommended Gourmet Guide, is a roadside station located at the entrance to Hata. The direct sales store is full of local specialties and fresh vegetables! We also have bonito-related souvenirs and sun-dried salt from Kuroshio Town. We also have freshly made lunch boxes and bread, so please stop by.

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6. Shioya Beach

It's in a bay surrounded by an embankment, so the waves are calm. The sandy beach is white with a slight yellow tinge, and it's fun to pick up and play with the many seashells that have washed ashore. The rocky area is a perfect place to play on the shore, with small fish, shellfish, and seaweed.

After playing in the water, there are plenty of things to enjoy all day, including a barbecue. There are restrooms with showers, a parking lot, and sea kayaking experiences nearby, so please come and have fun with your family or close friends.

Kuroshio Town tourist information

Kuroshio Town, facing the Pacific Ocean, is surrounded by the rich nature brought about by the Kuroshio Current. A natural landscape that blends into everyday life, and a food culture that takes full advantage of the blessings of the sea. You can find various attractions in Kuroshio Town.

If you would like to know more about Kuroshio Town, please refer to the following.

Kuroshio Town Tourism Official Website