This is a private guided tour report by Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.), a network of 1,000+ government-licensed, English-speaking local guides across all 47 prefectures of Japan. Not affiliated with the Japan Guide Association.
Tour Itinerary
- 9:30 Kochi New Port
- 10:10 Ino Town Paper Museum
- 12:30 Hirome Market
- Obiyamachi Arcade
- 13:30 Kochi Castle
- Kochi Castle Museum of History
- 14:40 Chikurinji Temple
- 15:30 Kochi New Port
Tour Itinerary in Detail
Over the course of the day the route took in Kochi New Port at 9:30, Ino Town Paper Museum at 10:10, Hirome Market at 12:30, Kochi Castle at 13:30, Chikurinji Temple at 14:40 and Kochi New Port at 15:30.
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On this occasion as well, I was unable to contact the guests through the [Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.)](https://www.j-g-a.org/) form, so we communicated via a messaging app. It seemed the guests had also been unable to see the first email I sent initially. Since one member of the group had mobility needs, I proposed a plan tailored to accommodate them. On the day, two cruise ships were scheduled to call at Kochi Shinko Port and crowding was expected, so I suggested a papermaking experience in advance. As the group loved experiential tours, they were very pleased with this. All of the guests made original postcards through papermaking and stamped various designs on them, creating wonderful souvenirs. We also visited Hirome Market at a later time, so we avoided the crowds and sat down to enjoy some snacks. As it rained that day, some of the guests relaxed at the Kochi Castle Museum of History, while I climbed up to the keep of Kochi Castle with others in the group, which made for a special experience.
Afterward, we met up again at the café inside the history museum and chatted.
We stopped by Chikurinji Temple before returning to Kochi Shinko Port. Since a guide had been difficult to arrange until just before the tour, I had been concerned, but the guests seemed very satisfied with the tour.
For this tour as well, I would like to receive the amount confirmed at the time of assignment. Thank you very much.
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Hello! I am Peach, a licensed local guide in beautiful Kochi. Originally from Gunma Prefecture near Tokyo, I moved to the charming town of Ino-cho 30 years ago. Ino-cho is world-famous for its traditional Japanese Tosa Washi paper, and I am proud to call this place my home.
I have a deep passion for flowers, local cuisine, and discovering new experiences. I specialize in hosting international cruise ship guests with the spirit of “Omotenashi”—the heart of Japanese hospitality. From the historic Kochi Castle and the stunning Makino Botanical Garden to the crystal-clear “Niyodo Blue” of the Niyodo River, I love sharing the unique stories and specialties of our region. I am here to make your journey truly unforgettable. Welcome to our wonderful Kochi!