Kochi Castle & Katsurahama Beach

Kochi Castle & Katsurahama Beach

4 hours | Kochi | K C Z - 2 0 0
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Points of Interest

  • Katsurahama Beach
  • Kochi Castle
Strenuous activity

Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.

Learn how Kochi became the center of pro-imperial ideology at the end of the feudal era as you tour two of the city's most revered landmarks. From the pier, you'll travel to Kochi Castle. Built by feudal lord Yamanouchi Kazutoyo over 400 years ago, the "donjon," or main tower, provides celebrated, panoramic views of the whole city, making it well worth the climb to the top. Your tour will take you past the beautifully restored Tsumemon Gate that connects the second citadel of the castle to its inner sanctum, and no visit is complete without seeing the living quarters or "honmaru," which houses local and historical treasures. After a stroll through the castle grounds, you'll rejoin your coach and travel to beautiful Katsurahama Beach. Here stands the statue of Sakamoto Ryoma, one of Japan's most beloved historical figures who's credited with transforming feudal Japan into a modernized, unified nation.

Special Notes:

Guests are requested to walk outside for approx 2 hours in total during the tour.Your are requested to go up over 150 steps to Kochi castle.When you visit the Kochi castle, you may be asked to remove your shoes. Swimming is prohibited due to the strong currents at Katsurahama beach.Please wear comfortable shoes. Please bring an umbrella when it rains.

Details

Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.

Depart from ship to Kochi Castle

Travel time: 00:30

Kochi Castle

Time at site: 01:10

Sakamoto Ryoma Memorial Museum

Travel time: 00:40
Time at site: 00:30

Katsurahama Beach and Statue of Sakamoto Ryoma

Time at site: 00:55

Transfer back to ship

Travel time: 00:15