Have you ever dreamed of living in a small rural town, surrounded by nature and sweet neighbors? Yusuhara may be the dream place you’ve been looking for
If you live in a city, we bet you will be amazed by how close the sky and mountains are in Yusuhara. Every day, you can notice the difference in the air, the green ocean of rice fields, and the shifts of the seasons. It's the ultimate entertainment! In addition, this town is focusing on moving to sustainable green energy
Some people who moved to Yusuhara say that they don’t need to buy rice from supermarkets anymore, because their neighbors often gift them bags of freshly harvested rice! This kind of close genuine relationship with neighbors is also something you can experience in rural Japan
Do you worry about missing modern conveniences and nice cafés? No problem, Yusuhara has got you covered! Even though this town is located in a remote mountain area, they have one of the prettiest libraries in Japan, designed by the famous architect: Kengo Kuma. There are several pretty cafes and bakeries, along with schools, restaurants, a hospital and a supermarket
Relaxed country living awaits in Yusuhara
Check out this great video about people who have moved to Kochi's charming towns: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LnSN25sPmBU&t=560s
Shikoku Karst Natural Park is one of the popular weekend destinations for Yusuhara locals:
https://visitkochijapan.com/en/see-and-do/10037