Reasons to Choose Japan
Life in Japan by Specific Areas
Kochi
Summary
Kochi Prefecture is blessed with beautiful and abundant nature, such as the varied coastline of Kuroshio Current under the shining sun, clear streams represented by Shimanto River, and deep green mountains. In addition, the "Jalan Accommodation Travel Survey" ranked Kochi Prefecture high every year in "There were many delicious foods unique to the local" category, and Kochi is getting great support from everyone in the country for "Everything in Kochi is delicious!". The biggest attraction here is the character traits of Kochi's people - friendliness toward people from outside the prefecture, and of course, people from overseas.
*This map does not include topographical features and island areas and does not cover the entire area of Japan.
Access
- If arriving by plane
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From Tokyo
Haneda Airport
1 hour 25 minutesKochi Ryoma Airport
- If arriving by Shinkansen or train
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From Tokyo
Tokyo Station
5 hours 43 minutesKochi Station
Famous places / spots recommended by locals
Ryugado Cave
This is one of the three major limestone caves in Japan and is a national natural monument. You are able to know more about the history of the cave by joining a guide-attached "sightseeing course" or an "adventure course" which you can walk around the cave after changing into an exclusive clothing. The nighttime "Ryuga Cave Night" is also held irregularly. Why don't you enjoy the fantastic atmosphere away from everyday life!
Shikoku Karst
Here is a plateau made of limestone about 1,400 m above the sea level and extends about 25 km from east to west. Cows are grazing in some areas, and it is also popular as a drive spot. Yellow flowers - Ligularia japonicum blooms in early summer, hiking in spring and autumn, sledding in the snow field in winter, star watching at night, etc. where this is a place for you to experience the nature of the four seasons while looking at the vast land and sky!
Yosakoi Festival
It attracts a lot of Yosakoi lovers from all over the country who enjoy this festival in "Nangoku (tropical) Tosa". Yosakoi's free spirited style is widely accepted and enjoyed by young people from all over the country and even from all over the world nowadays. Let's enjoy an energetic and powerful summer, exclusive here in Kochi, together with our free and dynamic spirit !
Foods recommended by locals
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Katsuo no Tataki (Seared bonito)
Kochi Prefecture has the highest consumption of bonito per person in Japan! Bonito are caught in a dynamic way - "ippon zuri", in which each bonito is being pulled out from the sea to a high altitude for tender texture! The "Katsuo no tataki" that you eat in Kochi is a superb dish which is different from the others!
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Tosa Pomelo
A large fruit which is yellow like the sunlight, glossy and round. Drifts faintly the sweet and refreshing scent. When you eat it, the tender flesh splits open and the juice spreads in your mouth!
Climate (temperature / precipitation)
Blessed with a mild climate, Kochi Prefecture is known for its catchphrase, “Nankoku Tosa" (Tosa in the south), and has many sports camps for professional baseball and soccer. Annual rainfall is among the highest in Japan, with frequent typhoons from summer to fall.
Monthly temperature/precipitation
(Source: Japan Meteorological Agency)
Cost of living
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Rent
37,184 yen
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Electricity, gas, and water costs
8,876 yen
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Ramen
(Eating out)
707 yen
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White bread (1 kg)
536 yen
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Milk (1ℓ)
254 yen
*Source
- Rent
“Housing and Land Survey: 2023,” Portal Site of Official Statistics of Japan
Average rent per month (excluding free rent) for privately rented apartments/houses (exclusively residential dwelling) with a total floor area of 29m2 or less in each prefectural capital - Electricity, gas, and water costs
“Family Income and Expenditure Survey: 2023,” Portal Site of Official Statistics of Japan
Per capita expenditure calculated as the monthly average of total annual expenditures on utilities (electricity, gas, and water) per household in each prefectural capital, divided by the average number of members in each household - Eating out (Ramen) / White bread (1kg) / Milk (1ℓ)
“Retail Price Survey (Trend Survey): August 2024,” Portal Site of Official Statistics of Japan
Number of international students by country
China
Nepal
Indonesia
Total number of international students in Japan: 279,274
Total number of international students in Kochi Prefecture: 313
Based on 2023 “Annual Survey of International Students in Japan”
List of universities in each area
If an area has nine schools or less with information published in the “School/Major Search” section of the website, the names of the schools are listed in no particular order. If there are 10 or more schools, those schools will not be posted on this page. Click the “Search for School/Major” button and use the search function to see a list of the schools.