Be sure to bookmark this article for your next trip to Japan, when the border reopens!
Kochi Prefecture's beautiful coastline, mountains and river valleys are not just great to visit, but also the secret behind delicious local dishes. The clean water, dedication of fishermen and farmers, and temperate climate mean that all the ingredients are top-notch!
Each outdoor adventure has a perfect pairing: after an afternoon kayaking on the pristine Niyodo River, savor sweets made with tea grown in the river mists.
Refuel after a snorkeling adventure in the turquoise sea around Kashiwa Island with a luscious tuna rice bowl, or crunch down on a crispy piece of aonori (river laver) tempura after biking along the Shimanto River!
Be sure to check out the ""11 Things to do in Kochi"" article, and let us know what YOUR favorite Kochi activities are:
https://thesmartlocal.com/read/kochi-japan-things-to-do/