Welcome to Tosa-Reihoku area
Escape the Crowds and Discover Japan’s Hidden Gem — Tosa-Reihoku
Japan’s major tourist destinations are often crowded to the point of exhaustion.
If you're looking for a peaceful escape, we recommend the Tosa-Reihoku area—where 80% of the land is covered by forest.
Tosa-Reihoku isn’t your typical sightseeing spot. It's a place to slow down, unwind, and truly connect with nature. Some visitors even fall in love with the area and decide to move here—from across Japan and even overseas.
The nearest airport, Kochi Ryoma Airport, is just an 80-minute flight from Tokyo (Narita or Haneda) and 45 minutes from Osaka (Itami). From there, it’s about a 40-minute drive to the Tosa-Reihoku area.
The region is renowned for its natural beauty and is home to Outdoor Village Motoyama, a recreation complex produced by world-famous outdoor brand Montbell.
The Yoshino River, which has hosted world rafting championships, offers thrilling rafting adventures. Oboke and Koboke Gorges, also internationally known, are popular spots along the river route.
At night, look up—the starry skies here are breathtaking, thanks to minimal light pollution.
And in daylight, explore Japan’s vanishing rural heritage: the terraced rice paddies. The "Tosa Tenku no Sato" rice grown in these paddies has won awards for being the best rice in Japan and is even served in Japan Airlines’ first-class meals.
With landscapes preserved since the Yayoi Period (300 BCE–300 CE), Tosa-Reihoku offers a rare glimpse into Japan’s ancient countryside.
We invite you to visit and experience the unspoiled beauty of Japan in Tosa-Reihoku.
Nature
Thrilling rafting on the Yoshino River—home of the World Rafting Championships.
Get Closer to Nature with Rafting on the Yoshino River
Rafting down the Yoshino River is a thrilling way to get up close to the stunning valleys and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Japan.
This area is a perfect destination for nature lovers seeking an authentic outdoor experience.
Another highlight of the region is its terraced rice fields, gracefully built into the mountain slopes.
In summer, the vibrant green of young rice plants paints the landscape, while in autumn, golden ears of rice glow in the warm light of the setting sun—an unforgettable view.
Japanese Culture
Experience Japan’s Living Traditions
In the Tosa-Reihoku area, you'll encounter ancient temples and sacred sites that have stood for over a thousand years—silent witnesses to the passage of time.
The region is also home to age-old festivals that continue to be celebrated to this day.
One such tradition is the Kusa-Zumo Festival, originally held to pray for recovery from epidemics and a bountiful harvest. Today, it remains a powerful symbol of Japan’s cultural heritage and community spirit.
There are also festivals where locals play sumo
Local Foods
Tosa Akaushi is a premium brand of Japanese wagyu beef
Taste the Flavors of Tosa-Reihoku
Only around 550 heads of the rare Tosa Akaushi wagyu beef are shipped each year, making it one of the most exclusive wagyu varieties in Japan.
It’s prized for its rich flavor and perfect balance of lean meat and fine marbling.
The region is also renowned for its terraced rice paddies, where Tosa Tenku no Sato rice is cultivated.
This premium rice has twice won the top national award for quality, and is even served in first-class meals on Japan Airlines.
Another local specialty is doburoku, a thick, unrefined sake brewed using Tosa Tenku no Sato rice.
Its bold, rustic flavor offers a taste of Japan’s countryside tradition.
Accommodation
Stay Your Way in Tosa-Reihoku
From hotels and traditional inns to guesthouses and campgrounds, Tosa-Reihoku offers a variety of accommodations to suit every traveler.
Many guests find themselves wanting to stay more than just a night or two—drawn in by the peaceful atmosphere and natural charm, they choose to extend their stay and truly unwind.
Mont-bell Motoyama Outdoor Village
Access
About 40 minutes by car from Kochi Ryoma Airport
Easy Access via Kochi Ryoma Airport
The easiest way to reach the Tosa-Reihoku area is by renting a car at Kochi Ryoma Airport, the nearest airport.
Because of the narrow mountain roads in the region, a compact car is highly recommended.
It takes about 40 minutes by car from the airport to the Tosa-Reihoku area.
For travelers coming from Tokyo, low-cost carriers like Jetstar Japan operate direct flights from Narita Airport to Kochi Ryoma Airport.
The flight takes around 1 hour and 40 minutes and fares often start from around ¥10,000 one-way. (Carry-on baggage up to 7kg is included; additional fees apply for checked or overweight luggage.)
Surprisingly convenient and affordable—Tosa-Reihoku might be closer than you think.
Travel time from Itami Airport in Osaka to Kochi Ryoma Airport is about 40 minutes.
Sightseeings(Oboke and Koboke Gorges, Iya Valley)
Explore Nearby Iconic Sights
Several world-famous destinations are just a short drive from the Tosa-Reihoku area.
Oboke and Koboke Gorges in Tokushima Prefecture—renowned for their dramatic cliffs and whitewater rapids—are about 30 minutes away by car.
The breathtaking Iya Valley and its iconic vine bridges can be reached in about 50 minutes.
For something truly unique, head to Nagoro Scarecrow Village, a remote hamlet inhabited by hundreds of handmade scarecrows—around a 1.5-hour drive from Tosa-Reihoku.
The Iya Kei Valley and the Vine Bridges of Iya Valley
Contact Us
Tosa-Reihoku Tourism Association
582-2 Motoyama,Motoyama-cho,
Nagaoka-gun, Kochi,Japan,781-3601
Business hours 8:30 - 17:15
Closed：Saturdays, Sundays and holidays
Tel(Intl)⁺81-887-72-9400
Tel:0887-72-9400
Fax(Intl)⁺81-887-76-2350
Fax:0887-76-2350
