A one-day cruise tour to fully enjoy the nature, history, and food culture of Kochi. | Tour Blog

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⏰Duration | Approximately 6 hours
🏞️Content | Shikoku Pilgrimage / Plants & Nature / Kochi Castle / Kochi Cuisine / City Strolling
👤Group Size | 1–6 people (groups of 7 or more upon consultation)
　　Languages | Japanese, English, Chinese, Korean, etc.

Chikurin-ji Temple, Makino Botanical Garden, Kochi Castle, Hirome Market, Obiyamachi

This tour for cruise ship passengers offers a chance to enjoy the best of Kochi—including its nature, history, culinary culture, and city sightseeing—all in one trip.
The itinerary begins at Chikurin-ji Temple (part of the Shikoku 88-Temple Pilgrimage) and includes visits to the Makino Botanical Garden and Kochi Castle, followed by a taste of local cuisine at Hirome Market. The tour concludes with free time to stroll through the Obiyamachi Shopping Street.
It is a well-balanced course that allows visitors to experience the full charm of

Kochi, making it an excellent choice for first-time visitors.

TOUR POINT

01 | CULTURE
Experience the Shikoku 88-Temple Pilgrimage culture at Chikurin-ji Temple

02 | NATURE
Enjoy Kochi’s rich nature and plant life at the Makino Botanical Garden

03 | HISTORY
Visit Kochi Castle to learn about Tosa history and castle-town culture

04 | LOCAL FOOD
Experience Kochi’s culinary culture—including straw-seared bonito—at Hirome Market

05 | LOCAL LIFE
Stroll through Obiyamachi Shopping Street and soak up the atmosphere of the city

TOUR ROUTE

09:00　Depart from Kochi New Port
09:20–10:00　Chikurin-ji Temple (Mt. Godai)
10:15–11:15　Makino Botanical Garden
11:40–12:40　Kochi Castle
12:45–13:45　Hirome Market (Lunch)
13:50–14:30　Obiyamachi Shopping Street (Free time to explore)
15:00　Return to Kochi New Port

01｜CHIKURINJI TEMPLE

Experience the unique pilgrimage culture of Shikoku.
Chikurin-ji is a historic temple known as the 31st stop on the Shikoku 88-Temple Pilgrimage.
As you stroll through the lush grounds—past the five-story pagoda and the main hall—you can immerse yourself in the atmosphere of Japanese temple traditions and Shikoku’s distinctive pilgrimage culture.

02｜MAKINO BOTANICAL GARDEN

Discovering the nature of Kochi through plants
This botanical garden commemorates the achievements of Dr. Tomitaro Makino, a botanist and native of Kochi Prefecture.
Here, you can experience Kochi’s rich natural environment and Japan’s botanical culture while enjoying the greenhouses and plants that change with the seasons.

03｜KOCHI CASTLE

A symbol of Kochi where you can feel the history of Tosa.
Explore historic architecture dating back to the Edo period while immersing yourself in Kochi’s history and castle-town culture.
The view of the city from the main keep is another highlight.

04｜HIROME MARKET

A place to encounter the food and people of Kochi
This is one of Kochi’s premier markets, where you can freely enjoy a variety of local specialties—including straw-seared bonito (tataki), sushi, seafood, and regional dishes.
It offers more than just sightseeing; you can experience Kochi’s unique food culture while sharing the same space as the locals.
*Lunch is not included in the tour price.

05｜OBIYAMACHI ARCADE

Enjoy a casual stroll through the heart of Kochi.

This shopping district in central Kochi City is lined with restaurants, souvenir shops, and local stores.

At the end of the tour, you are free to enjoy shopping and exploring the city at your leisure.