Not only is Kochi Castle one of Japan’s few remaining castles with several of its original features intact, it is also the only one with its original keep and Edo-era structures. Today, you can tour ...

Among 12 castles in Japan whose keeps have been preserved, Kochi Castle is unique as it is the only one whose main "honmaru" enclosure, built as the living quarters for the castle lord, remains ...

Kochi Castle, dating back to the 17th century, is the only castle in Japan that still has its original tower and main keep. Biking through the Shikoku Karsts The Uryu Falls in Niyodogawacho With ...

Best for: Admire Kochi Castle, one of only 12 feudal-age castles in Japan that are still intact, having survived various disasters.Then head east to Godaisan, a small mountain named after visiting ...

KOCHI--The city’s Somei-Yoshino cherry trees are now officially in bloom, putting Kochi ahead of the rest of the country in announcing the start of the cherry blossom season.

Located on the southern shoreline of Shikoku Island, Kochi Prefecture is rich in history, nature and culinary delights. In addition to housing one of the 12 remaining Japanese castles with an original ...