Hello! I’m SacChi, a blogger sharing real life & food from Kochi.
🌿 What Is “Tosanpo”?
Ever heard of Tosanpo?
It’s a hands-on tourism event held in Tosa Town, Kochi Prefecture, packed with immersive experiences of local nature, culture, and community life. The name “Tosanpo” is a playful mix of Tosa and Sanpo (Japanese for “a walk”), and the theme is simple:
“Walk, feel, and taste the rural beauty of Tosa.”
- Event Dates: August 1 – November 16, 2025
- Location: Tosa Town, Kochi (various locations across town)
🌾 33 Ways to Experience the Satoyama Life – Tosanpo Highlights
Tosanpo offers 33 unique local experience programs designed to engage all five senses.
🍴 Food Experiences
- Taste traditional Kochi dishes
- Join local cooking classes using regional ingredients
🏞️ Nature & Farming
- Rice terrace farming
- Shower climbing & riverside camping
🎎 Cultural Activities
- Learn the historic Shirabyoshi dance
- Make moss balls (kokedama)
- Try a summer kimono (yukata) fitting
🚴 Active Adventures
- Scenic cycling with E-bikes
- Fishing & drone piloting workshops
🤝 Connect with Locals, Feel the Real Satoyama Spirit
Each program is hosted by welcoming local residents, giving you the chance to experience real satoyama life through warm conversations, shared meals, and genuine hospitality.
This is not just sightseeing—it’s cultural exchange.
🍃 Refresh & Recharge in Untouched Nature
With the clear streams of the Yoshino River, the forests of the Shikoku Mountains, and panoramic rice terraces, Tosa Town is the perfect retreat for those looking to disconnect and slow down.
Feel the stress melt away as you reconnect with nature.
🎁 Special Campaigns & Perks
- 🎟️ All participants receive a ¥500 coupon (valid at Michi-no-Eki Tosa Sameura)
- 🎯 Complete the stamp rally for up to ¥3,000 in additional coupons
- 🎉 Special events celebrating Tosa Town’s 70th anniversary and Sameura Dam’s 50th anniversary will be held during the season!
🔍 How to Join
Some programs are already full—early booking is highly recommended!
View the full lineup and reserve your spot here:
👉 Tosanpo | Tosa Town Experience Fair (Japanese site)
👀 Coming Soon: Experience Report from a Popular Program!
Up next, I’ll be sharing a hands-on report from one of Tosanpo’s most popular events:
“Discover the Secrets of Sameura Dam – A 50th Anniversary Tour with Local University Students!”
(Yes, it includes dam curry and specialty coffee ☕🍛)
Stay tuned—don’t miss it!
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