Kochi Shore Excursions, Day Tours & Trips for Cruise Passengers
Kochi is the capital of Kochi Prefecture, and also its political, cultural, and trading center. This small and friendly city offers a casual atmosphere and a wealth of attractions for travelers. With Shore Excursions Asia, you can explore Kochi shore excursions that highlight the city's feudal-era hilltop castle, serene temples, scenic beaches, and distinctive local specialties.
Castle & Samurai Legacy
Walk through Kochi Castle and trace samurai stories.
Yosakoi Spirit
Experience Kochi’s festive spirit through Yosakoi dance traditions - a joyful blend of rhythm, color, and local pride.
Coastline & Culture Combined
Cruise along Katsurahama or visit local temples.
Handpicked Kochi Shore Excursions from Cruise Port
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Shared Tour
Kochi Shore Excursions
$171.00 USD
Duration: 6 hours
Port: Kochi Port
Highlights: Gotaisan Chikurin-ji Temple, Harimaya-bashi Bridge, Kochi Castle, Hirome-Ichiba Open Market, Katsura Hama
Tour Date:Aug 28 2025, Sep 03 2025, Sep 18 2025, Sep 29 2025, Sep 30 2025
Cruise: Diamond Princess, Norwegian Spirit, Celebrity Millennium
Back-to-ship Guarantee
Kochi Shore Excursions
- Duration: 1 day
- Pick-up/Drop-off: From the Port
- Highlights: Iya Valley - Iya Kazurabashi Bridge - Oboke Koboke Gorge
- Tour Customizable: Absolutely! (Tell us your specific requirements in the inquiry form)
Kochi Shore Excursions
- Duration: 7.5 hours
- Pick-up/Drop-off: Kochi port/Kochi port
- Highlights: Monet's Garden Marmottan (Three Gardens), Makino Botanical Garden
- Tour Customizable: Absolutely! (Tell us your specific requirements in the inquiry form)
Plan Ahead for Celebrity Millennium Cruise Excursions Itinerary
(Aug 30 - Sep 11, 2025)
If you're sailing on the Celebrity Millennium between Aug 28 and Sep 30, 2025, don't miss the chance to explore Kochi’s coastal charm and samurai history through our small-group shared tours. These curated experiences are thoughtfully designed for cruise guests seeking comfort, culture, and local color.
One of our most recommended options is now open for inquiry:
Kochi Castle & Katsurahama (Kochi Highlights Tour)
Tour Date: Sep 03, 2025
Duration: 6 hours
Highlights: Kochi Castle, Gotaisan Chikurin-ji Temple, Harimaya-bashi Bridge, Hirome Market, Katsura Hama
Group Size: 14 - 16 pax
Step into Kochi’s soul on this shore excursion designed especially for Celebrity Millennium guests. Wander through the majestic Kochi Castle and trace the footsteps of samurai warriors. Breathe in the sea air along Katsurahama Beach and admire the serenity of Chikurin-ji Temple.
What to Do in Kochi Japan from Cruise Ship
Located on the southern coast of Shikoku Island, Kochi invites cruise visitors to experience its relaxed atmosphere and deep cultural roots. Our Kochi shore excursions are crafted to highlight the best of this friendly prefecture with coastal scenery, samurai legacies, and peaceful temples.
Explore Kochi’s Samurai Heritage
Kochi shore excursion take you to Kochi Castle, where samurai stories echo through ancient halls. Walk the historic Harimaya-bashi Bridge and enjoy the calm of Chikurin-ji Temple, all near the Kochi cruise port.
Coastal Beauty & Scenic Drives
Discover peaceful views along Urado Bay and Katsurahama Beach on a relaxing shared tour in Kochi. See the statue of Sakamoto Ryoma and enjoy the coastal charm of this quiet Kochi Japan cruise tour.
Yosakoi Festival Spirit
Join a joyful Kochi shore excursion celebrating local culture. At the Yosakoi Museum or Hirome Ichiba Market, enjoy colorful dances, music, and the warm spirit of Kochi Japan from cruise ship.
Why Choose Our Kochi Japan Shore Excursions?
At Shore Excursions Asia, our Kochi Japan shore excursions are created with comfort, timing, and cultural depth in mind. Each experience is designed for cruise guests looking for smooth logistics, meaningful stops, and a relaxing pace. From historical landmarks to coastal drives, our shore excursions in Kochi Japan help you make the most of your time at Kochi cruise port with expert guides and small group settings.
Personal travel consultant
Easy-paced experiences
Private & small group tours
Full support at your port call
When Is the Best Time for a Kochi Japan Shore Excursion?
Each season in Kochi brings its own beauty. Spring offers cherry blossoms around Kochi Castle and peaceful temple paths. Summer highlights the sea breeze along Urado Bay and scenic moments at Katsurahama Beach. Autumn paints the city with brilliant red leaves, a favorite for photography lovers. In winter, temples and historic sites feel even more serene.
Cruise ships arrive year-round, and our team ensures that every stop fits your schedule. If you’re planning what to do in Kochi Japan from a cruise ship, our Kochi Japan tours will help you discover the best of the region-at your pace and with local warmth.
Best Things to See on Kochi Japan Shore Excursions
Kochi is a beautiful city located on the southern side of Japan. Blessed with magnificent nature and enriched culture, Kochi Japan shore excursions worth a visit to explore the highlights of the city and areas nearby from a shining sun, gentle river, thick green forests to splendor castles, temples, and museums. Below are the top things to do and see in Kochi Japan.
Kochi Castle
Iya Kazurabashi Bridge
Chikurin-ji Temple
Katsurahama Beach
Sakamoto Ryoma Memorial Museum
Kochi Castle
The first-ever attraction to visit in Kochi Japan shore excursions is Kochi Castle. This iconic structure of the city is one of twelve castles which still survived after various disasters including fire, earthquakes, wars, and so on. Built from over 400 years and formerly served as important cultural properties, nowadays, Kochi Castle is home to local treasures and historical artifacts.
Iya Kazurabashi Bridge
Inside the beautiful Iya Valley, there is a splendid half natural-born, a half man-made structure, Iya Kazurabashi Bridge. In the past, the suspension bridges were the only way to cross the river flowing through the valley. The bridges are so ancient that no one knows clearly about its history, they only know that just threes of thirteen bridges still survive till now after numerous challenges. These bridges are made of mountain vines with the length of 45 meters providing a fantastic panoramic view across the Iya Valley with stone cliffs and green-covered mountain. Iya Kazurabashi Bridge, the largest and most famous one, cannot be missed from any Kochi Japan shore excursion.
Chikurin-ji Temple
Including in Shikoku’s 88 Temple Pilgrimage, Chikurinji Temple is one of the highlight attractions in Kochi Japan shore excursions where visitors coming to enjoy the spacious and verdant grounds, especially shining in spring and fall. The star of the temple is the five-storied scarlet pagoda formerly being a scholarly institution and also a place for Buddhist followers gathering in many important events. Have to note that to enter the main hall, visitors have to pay for a small fee.
Katsurahama Beach
Despite having a long coastline, Kochi Prefecture has the most beautiful beach named Katsurahama Beach. The beach is specialized in not a place to swimming but to enjoy the peaceful scenery combined of blue sea water and clear sky. Moreover, standing on the beach is a statue of Sakamoto Ryoma, a famous architect of modern Japan who has an important role in bringing an end to Japan’s feudalism period in the past. They also built Sakamoto Ryoma Memorial Museum nearby for visitors to get a glimpse of his life and contribute.
Sakamoto Ryoma Memorial Museum
As said above, Sakamoto Ryoma Memorial Museum lands on Katsurahama Beach attracting visitors by the statue of Sakamoto Ryoma to have a hand-shake. The museum is home to an exhibition of his precious documents and handwritten letters. Get a glimpse of his working life by watching videos.
Makino Botanical Garden
Named as the famous pioneer botanist Dr. Tomitaro Makino, Makino Botanical Garden is a wonderful attraction to visit in Kochi Japan shore excursions. Served as one of the most comprehensive botanical garden in entire Japan, the garden is home to a collection of different seasonal and tropical plants growing together inside a greenhouse. Come to see and learn about the little lush green pocket of Kochi Prefecture and witness the exhibition revealing Makoni’s hand-drawn figures of plants and works.
Ready to Plan Your Kochi Japan Shore Excursion?
Our team is here to help you choose the right Kochi Japan shore excursion for your cruise visit. From the historic Kochi Castle and Chikurin-ji Temple to the breezy Katsurahama Beach and lively Yosakoi culture, Kochi offers a wonderful mix of heritage and scenic beauty. Each tour is carefully timed to match your ship’s schedule and designed to give you a relaxed and meaningful experience in Southern Japan.
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