Hello, this is SacChi, your local blogger!
Today, I’d like to share two hidden gems from the remote and beautiful Yusuhara Town in Kochi Prefecture:
✨ The awe-inspiring “Kanzaiko Terraced Rice Fields”, also called the “Japanese Pyramid”
☕ The soothing mountain café “COFFEE STAND CANS Hutte”, known for its natural ingredients and cozy vibes
If you’re seeking a peaceful escape from city life to recharge your body and soul—this trip is for you!
📍 Kanzaiko Terraced Rice Fields｜A “Stairway to the Sky” and the Japanese Pyramid
Located at 600m above sea level, Kanzaiko Terraced Rice Fields feature over 200 rice paddies cascading down the mountain slope like a stairway to the heavens.
Even renowned author Ryotaro Shiba once compared them to the Great Wall of China in terms of magnificence.
These fields boast a rich 400+ years of history and have been designated as:
🏅 One of “Japan’s Top 100 Terraced Rice Fields”
🏅 An “Important Cultural Landscape”
💡Keep an eye out for the “Broken Cedar Tree” along the trail—another local landmark!
🚗 Access: About 50 minutes by car from Susaki Chuo IC. Due to limited public transportation, driving is recommended.
☕ COFFEE STAND CANS Hutte｜A Rustic Café with Soulful Flavors
Just a 10-minute drive from the rice fields lies the charming COFFEE STAND CANS Hutte—a mountain lodge-style café offering specialty coffee made with natural spring water from Oku-Shimanto and house-roasted beans.
🌟 Must-Try Items:
- ☕ Original Blend Coffee carefully roasted using a hand-crank roaster
- 🧁 CANS Muffin made with 100% ancient spelt wheat, grass-fed butter, and free-range eggs
Both are made with organic, body-friendly ingredients. Seasonal flavors are also available depending on the time of year.
Here’s what I had this time 👇
🏪 Shop Info｜COFFEE STAND CANS Hutte
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | COFFEE STAND CANS Hutte (CANS Hutte) |
| Address | 3797 Taro River, Yusuhara Town, Takaoka District, Kochi |
| Hours | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Closed | Fridays + irregular (check their SNS) |
| Parking | Available (Free) |
| Google Maps | https://maps.app.goo.gl/w4wAPRTYwK1Ts53k8 |
| Website | Coffee stand CANS Hutte |
🌿 Final Thoughts｜A Healing Journey of Nature & Culture, Only in Yusuhara
🌾 Reconnect with nature at the Kanzaiko Terraced Fields,
☕ and unwind with a mindful sip at CANS Hutte.
Yusuhara isn’t just a destination—it’s a retreat for all five senses. Whether you’re seeking spectacular landscapes, locally sourced café experiences, or quiet reflection time, this place has something to offer.
🌟 Recommended for:
✅ Photography lovers seeking jaw-dropping scenery
✅ Natural café lovers & wellness foodies
✅ Solo travelers and couples craving peace
✅ Fans of architect Kengo Kuma and wooden design
Why not plan your next weekend getaway to the “Town Above the Clouds” and let your heart breathe in Yusuhara?
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