Celebrate the harvest season in Kochi with us!

Rice is not only the primary staple in the Japanese diet, but also an integral part of the country’s history, economy, culture, seasonality, and spirituality. This soft, glossy and delicious food has been cultivated in Japan for over 2,000 years, being offered at religious rituals and was even once used as currency. The importance of this crop can still be seen today, as virtually every household owns a rice-cooker, and the Japanese word for ‘meal’ (gohan) actually means rice!

All across Kochi, you can find rice terraces carefully built up slopes, a traditional cultivation method that is not only practical (for its water filtration and flood prevention purposes), but also simply beautiful, offering a nostalgic glimpse into old Japan

Autumn is an incredible time to see the rice terraces, as the golden green colors shimmer in the light, and the ripeness of the rice wraps you in a sweet, straw-like scent

After enjoying views of the rice paddies, come savor its flavor at Tosa no Houjousai (the Harvest of Tosa Festival)! This yearly food festival is a celebration of the abundance of food available in autumn, where you can try everything from Kochi’s local vegetables and freshly-grilled fish to local sake!

Learn more about Tosa no Houjousai: https://visitkochijapan.com/en/see-and-do/10425