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Kimono patterns are not only decorative but also have special cultural meaning. The wearer will often choose based on the season, embracing and enjoying the patterns and colours of that specific time of year.
Harimayabashi marks the site of a tragic tale of star-crossed love set on a tiny bridge that made the Yosakoi festival Kochi’s biggest annual event.
Misty clouds can’t dampen the Kochi spirit at this weekly Sunday market, 300 years old and still going strong with plenty of fresh produce and craft goods
Inland imitations simply cannot beat Kochi’s fresh katsuo no tataki, with its burst of flavors and unrivaled umami punch.
The crashing waves of Kochi’s Katsurahama Beach mirror the dramatic life of a revered national figure in Japan’s Meiji Restoration, Sakamoto Ryouma.
One of the few castles still standing in Japan, with its original features and peaceful vibe, Kochi Castle makes for a perfect afternoon wander.
