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Tosashimizu

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Practical info — Tosashimizu

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🌤 Weather — 5 days

📍 Nearby

Sights nearby

💡 Tips

Plan for a long travel time; Tosashimizu is remote and best reached by car from Kochi City.
Visit Kongofuku-ji, a significant temple on the Shikoku Pilgrimage route, located right at Cape Ashizuri.
Take advantage of the free footbaths (Ashizuri-misaki Onsen) near the cape for a break after your coastal hike.
Book a glass-bottom boat tour at Tatsukushi Marine Park to see the lively coral reefs without getting wet.
Watch the fishing boats arrive at the harbor early in the morning with the famous local Shimizu Saba mackerel.

🍽 Food

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Shimizu Saba Mackerel

This premium mackerel is line-caught to ensure quality; try it as sashimi at seafood spots in the city center.

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Katsuo no Tataki

Bonito seared over straw fire; look for restaurants offering traditional 'Warayaki' for a smoky flavor.

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Buntan Citrus

A large local citrus fruit, available fresh or as jelly at souvenir shops near the cape.

🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots

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Roadside Station Mejika-no-Sato

A great spot for purchasing dried fish products (Soda-bushi) and various Kochi regional specialties.

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Tatsukushi Gift Shops

Look for handcrafted shell accessories and marine-themed crafts unique to this coastal area.

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Ashizuri Coastal Trail

A narrow path through camellia forests overlooking the Pacific; usually very quiet and soothing.

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Hakusan Cave

A natural rock arch on the coast, reached via a steep but peaceful trail away from the main sights.

Tosashimizu is located at the southernmost tip of Shikoku in Kochi Prefecture, where the land meets the powerful waves of the Pacific Ocean. The city’s primary draw is Cape Ashizuri, a dramatic headland featuring 80-meter-high cliffs and a white lighthouse that provides a 270-degree view of the horizon. The area is part of the Ashizuri-Uwakai National Park, which also includes the Tatsukushi Marine Park, famous for its coral reefs and unique rock formations viewable from glass-bottom boats. Beach lovers should head to Ohkinohama (Ohki Beach), an expansive sandy shore that is a favorite among surfers for its consistent waves and natural beauty. The region’s subtropical climate supports diverse flora and fauna, making it a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Gastronomy here revolves around “Katsuo no Tataki” (seared bonito), prepared using traditional straw-firing methods that impart a smoky flavor unique to the Tosa region. The town also celebrates the legacy of John Mung, a local fisherman who became one of the first Japanese people to live in the United States. Tosashimizu is best explored by car, allowing visitors to discover secluded fishing villages and hidden coastal viewpoints at their own pace. It is a place where raw nature and peaceful seaside life coexist perfectly.