Shimanto River
四万十川
At 196 kilometers in length, the Shimanto River is the longest river in Shikoku and it is far removed from urban areas and from intense development. This means that its waters are pristine, keeping it high on the list of places to visit for nature enthusiasts.

🌊 Japan's last clear stream, the Shimanto River, flows through Shikoku.
🏞️ A haven for nature lovers, offering diverse outdoor adventures.

Why Go

✨ Experience Japan's last clear stream
🛶 Enjoy boating, rafting, or canoeing
🎣 Try time-honored traditional fishing techniques
🚶‍♀️ Hike or cycle along the river banks
🏕️ Camp under the stars accompanied by local wildlife sounds
🌉 Discover unique submersible chinkabashi bridges built to withstand floodwaters

Getting There

🚆 From Kochi Station, take the JR train to Kubokawa Station, then transfer to the Tosa Kuroshio Railway to Nakamura Station (approx. 2 hours).
🚄 Alternatively, a direct JR Limited Express service runs from Kochi Station to Nakamura Station.
✈️ From Osaka, take a 45-minute shinkansen ride from Shin-Osaka Station to Okayama Station, followed by a 2-hour and 30-minute trip on the JR Seto-Ohashi Dosan Line to Kochi Station.

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