River sports
Kochi Prefecture and "River"
Most of the prefecture's area is covered by forests, and Kochi Prefecture boasts the highest forest rate in Japan with 84%. There are many river sources in the mountains, and the flowing river has become the cornerstone of life.
The life of Kochi Prefecture along with the river can be found in the sinking bridge over the Shimanto River and the Niyodo River. The bridge, which is used as a prefectural road every day, literally sinks into the river when the water rises. There is no balustrade in order to minimize damage caused by water pressure, and when the water draws, it will appear again as if nothing had happened.
Clear streams known throughout the country
Kochi Prefecture has 272 rivers, of which Shimanto River and Niyodo River are known throughout the country as clear streams due to their beauty.
Shimanto River, one of the few first-class rivers with no large dams and the original environment of the river, is a meandering river with a total length of 196 km and is home to a large number of creatures, including natural sweetfish and tenaga shrimp.
In addition, the Niyodo River, which has a clear water quality so that the bottom of the river can be seen, has its fantastic blue color called Niyodo Blue, and has attracted a great deal of attention.
Enjoying the river
For Kochi Prefecture, which faces the sea but has few places to swim, the river is a great playground. There is no time for fishing, camping, barbecue, canoeing, rafting, sightseeing pleasure boats, etc. There are many ways to enjoy it. Enjoy the flow with rafting, feel the beauty with clear canoeing, and talk with the river carefully by fishing. Please learn how to enjoy the river in Kochi.
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Recommended plan feature for 2 days and 1 night
The best water quality in Japan! Experience river activities in the clear stream Niyodo River
In "Inomachi", where there are many sightseeing spots where you can play in nature, we will introduce you to enjoy canoeing, rafting, papermaking experience and local gourmet!
Outdoor travel with pets. To the scenic spot of your dog and Ashizuri & Shimanto River!
Exciting panoramas and activities of Shimanto River with dogs. Enjoy your dog run and special snack reward time.
Luxury time to release the five senses and integrate with nature
We will introduce a one-night, two-day plan to relax and prepare your mind and body while enjoying play and gourmet at Tosa-cho "Mizuuminoeki" Sameura Lake Town.
6.21
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The team participating in the mega-sup race in Shimanto River challenges! Results and how
It will be held for the first time at "Shimanto Canoe and Camp Village Kawarakko" on the banks of the clear stream Shimanto River! ! The 1st Mega Sup Race!! Sport! The team is challenging!
12.26
Month
Former Japan National Football Team, Toshito Sato, experienced Crystal Kayak!
Former Japan National Football Team Toshito Sato experienced kayaking on the Niyodo River, and asked about the fun of water sports and the charm of experiencing in Kochi Prefecture.
3.8
Wed
[Spoll! Interview with migrants: Hidezo Takemoto Disseminate the rich natural charms of Kochi through two-sword style: farmers and rafting
Mr. Takemoto, who is a farmer and a rafting guide, talked about the background from immigration to the present and the charm of Niyodo River rafting.
12.26
Month
"Spoll! I tried it." SUP experience at the largest dam lake in Shikoku
This is a project to actually experience Kochi's nature sports and convey the charm from the perspective of the experienced person, and we had a rare lake sup experience.
2.1
Wed
"Spoll! I tried it." Niyodo River Healed Rafting.
Mr. Nakayama, born in Kochi Prefecture and raised in Kochi Prefecture, will experience the Niyodo River rafting in Ochi Town. I will tell you about the experience with Mr. Nakayama's impressions.
1.16
Month
"Spoll! I tried it." Walk on the water by canoe.
Two people living in Kochi will tell you about their first canoe experience in Niyodo, where the water quality is beautiful so clear that it looks blue when exposed to sunlight.