・Learn about traditional ways of making Tosa washi paper in a washi studio with over 120 years of history.
・See almost all steps of making washi paper presented in details by a 4th generation craftsperson.
・Try your hands at making new washi paper from recycling Tosa washi.
・Choose between making a colorful Tapestry, a paper lamp shade or a paper bag.
・Enjoy the quiet rural area near one of Japan's clearest water basins: Niyodo River.

Make traditional Tosa washi paper using a recycling technique

In this activity you can experience traditional Japanese craft culture through "Kaji".

In a contemporary society that emphasizes digital networks, old handicraft techniques have become far from everyday life.

Imagine crafting your own knife or scissors from steel, using fire and ancient Japanese techniques. You can commemorate your wedding, or remember your trip, through engraving.

Make your own kitchen knife with a master blacksmith in Shimanto

Experience Niyodo River in SUP.
Join one of our guides on a trip down Japans finest water quality river, the Niyodo river, on a SUP tour. On the tour you will learn the techniques for River SUP which differs from ocean or lake techniques.If you look around you will see the magnificent mountains and scenery, and on a sunny day the famous Niyodo Blue can be witnessed!

Beginner friendly with professional instruction.
Beginners will be taught the foundation skills so you can enjoy your time on the river! Instruction will take place in gentle parts of the river where you can master the basic movements, even first timers can enjoy SUP! Enjoy the feel of the wind over your body and enjoy experiencing nature how you want!

Located just 30 minutes from Kochi by car!
"ENJOY NOW"


SUP downriver tour at Niyodo river

Well known today as a ninja, Mohei was a real person who lived in the old village Kusaka-mura, which is the centre of the modern village of Hidaka-mura. According to the legend, he was a poor peasant who fell in love with the daughter of a rich landowner. The affair was doomed, and while he was walking about desperately looking for a place to die, Mohei came upon the cave called Sarudado, where a fantastic creature called a tengu was pursuing an ascetic lifestyle. Mohei became its disciple. So diligent was he that he learned everything his mentor taught and travelled to the town surrounding Kochi castle, where he did such things as giving rice to the poor. 
This activity is in the footsteps of the Ninja Mohei. You will wear a Ninja costume and try training in the cave! After the caving, you will relax with a coffee, local black tea and some sweets or fruits. 

Private Ninja Training in a Cave in Hidaka

The 196 km Shimanto River is one of Japan's last remaining undammed rivers, famous for its clear water, unspoilt surroundings and distinctive chikabashi submersible bridges, built to withstand flooding. 

Enjoy the region's incredible natural beauty as you journey from the headwaters of the mighty river all the way along the lowly flowing river to the Pacific Ocean. It is a wonderful way to glimpse the lives of people who have long lived in harmony with nature in an environment largely unchanged for centuries.

Explore the Shimanto River by Local Train and Bicycle

The river at Miyazakinokawahara Campground in the Ikegawa district of Niyodogawa Town, Kochi Prefecture has blue water and is so transparent that you can see the bottom of the river.

・ Let's experience the airship!

Due to the high transparency of the river, the shadow of the canoe is reflected on the bottom of the river and the canoe appears to be floating in the air.

* Note: It may not be visible depending on the weather.

・ It is safe with a highly stable Canadian canoe.

The wide and stable canoe makes it easy for beginners to operate.

・ In the Niyodo River, you can experience Canadian canoeing only at the Niyodo Blue Furusato Experience Center.

Since it is an experience with a small number of people, you can relax and enjoy the clear stream.

・ A staff member with 30 years of experience as an instructor will accompany you.

・ Because we will give a lecture on land at the beginning, it is safe for first-time users.

・ After practicing in a place where the flow of the river is gentle, enjoy a walk on the water of the circuit course.

・ The Niyodo River, which has the highest water quality in Japan, is so transparent that you can see the bottom of the river even from the surface of the water!

・ Please be healed by the beauty of the Niyodo River!



Canadian canoe spaceship experience

2-day immersive professional course to study in depth the traditional techniques of Japanese washi paper making. Hone your skills under the guidance of a 4th generation craftspersons in a washi studio with over 120 years of history. Follow almost all steps of Tosa washi making with a focus on using natural ingredients in an environment-friendly way

Connect your own made washi paper with a local cultural activity: a visit to a Shinto shrine to receive its official stamp or a lesson in Japanese origami and enjoy the quiet rural area near one of Japan's clearest water basins: Niyodo River.

2 Days Immersive Japanese Washi Paper Making in Kochi

This is a multi-activity tour that explores the Shimanto river valley. You will travel first by train, then by bike, and finally by raft, through the natural splendor of this untrammeled region of Kochi. Along the way you will meet an artisan iron-worker practicing his traditional craft. You will see the inner-workings of his workshop and hear how his trade has passed down through the generations. Later you will have lunch overlooking the valley, and finally you will board a raft for a thrilling ride on the river.

Things to do in Kochi Prefecture