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Experience the energy of Kochi: Sunday Market Tour includes Kochi Castle
Type: Private and Custom Tours
Duration: 8 Hours
Experience the energy of Kochi: Sunday Market Tour includes Kochi Castle
- Type:Private and Custom Tours
- Duration:8 Hours
OVERVIEWGet a true taste of Kochi on this 5-hour walking tour featuring the citys famous Sunday Market and nearby highlights. Explore vibrant local stalls, sample regional specialties, and visit key cultural spots with a knowledgeable local guide. Perfect for those wanting to dive into Kochis lively market scene and rich heritage.
Browse over 400 stands at Kochis historic Sunday Market offering fresh produce, local foods, and crafts
Savor regional delicacies at Hirome Market and visit the iconic Kochi Castle for panoramic city views
Stroll through Obiyamachi shopping street and discover the colorful Yosakoi Festival culture at the information centerINCLUDESHotel pick up & drop offSnacksAll Fees and TaxesEnglish guideEXCLUDESTaxi / Private Car or Bus (Available for an extra fee)MEETING AND PICKUPMeeting point1-chme-14-12 HarimayachHarimayabashi Bus TerminalPickup pointsThe supplier will pick up customers from select hotels, or customers can make their own way to the starting pointOptions and Start timeExperience the energy of Kochi: Sunday Market Tour includes Kochi Castle:09:00 AM, 10:00 AMEnd pointThis activity ends back at the meeting point.Pickup detailsPick-up at hotels in Kochi City ONLY.
For cruise passengers, Kochi port is not near central Kochi City, so we'll meet at Harimayabashi Bus Terminal. You can access this easily by shuttle bus from the port.WHAT TO EXPECT1: Sunday MarketOn this tour, we will first visit the "Sunday Market" held in Kochi City every Sunday for over 300 years. There are about 420 stands, mainly supplied by country farmhouses and other local ventures, extending approximately 1,300m east from Kochi Castle and along the border of it. In addition to fresh vegetables, fruits and seafood unique to the local area, local gourmet items such as country style sushi, potato tempura and ice cream are available to eat while walking. There are also antiques, pottery and cutlery from Kochi prefecture, as well as a large souvenir selection.1 hour 40 minutes -Admission Ticket Free2: Hirome Ichiba"Hirome Market" is a large hall with food stalls from around 40 various restaurants, plus souvenir shops and other shops. Perhaps you will enjoy some of the famous Katsuo no Tataki, which is seared bonito fish. It is recommended that you put salt and sliced garlic on it before tasting. Do enjoy the local foods unique to Kochi. Just adjacent lies W/O STAND KOCHI, which is a hot new coffee spot with a unique façade. Feel free to stop by for a cup of coffee.30 minutes -Admission Ticket Free3: Kochi CastleKochi Castle, also known as "the best castle on the Nankaido (road)," is a symbol of Kochi City. Currently, there are only 12 castles from the pre-Edo period in Japan, but Kochi Castle is one of the most precious castles. The current main tower was rebuilt in August 1747. The greatest feature of Kochi Castle is that the cohesive entirety of the main building group, with the Tenshu, Goten, and Corridor Bridge, all being completely present along with the stone wall and so on. The gazebo on the top floor of the castle tower overlooks Kochi city.1 hour 10 minutes -Admission Ticket Included4: Obiyamachi IchibangaiAfter enjoying Kochi Castle, take a walk around Obiyamachi Old Town Shopping Street, Kochi's largest shopping street. The entire shopping street is covered, so there is no worry about getting wet, even on rainy days. There are restaurants, shops with interesting and daily goods, and there is also a large department store, so you can use this area as a souvenir spot or a break spot. Feel free to ask questions of the guide if you find something you are interested in or looking for.30 minutes -Admission Ticket Free5: Kochi Yosakoi Information Community SquareAt the end of the tour, we will visit the "Kochi Yosakoi Information Center". The Kochi Yosakoi Information Center is a facility that introduces one of the three major festivals in Shikoku (the Yosakoi festival), one that began in 1954. You can experience the pop culture and other symbols of each generation and the costumes of the gorgeous dancers while learning about the history of the festival. You can try on costumes, which is a good time to take a picture of your Kochi visit.20 minutes -Admission Ticket FreeADDITIONAL INFOWheelchair accessibleInfants and small children can ride in a pram or strollerPublic transportation options are available nearbyInfants are required to sit on an adults lapAll areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessibleTravelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitnessNot wheelchair accessibleThis tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelersCANCELLATION POLICYFor a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.This experience requires good weather. If its canceled due to poor weather, youll be offered a different date or a full refund.(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
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