Katsurahama (Œj•l) is a scenic beach, 30 minutes south of central Kochi by bus. Because of strong currents, swimming is prohibited at Katsurahama. In place of swimming, visitors see the many other attractions located around the area.

A famous statue of Kochi's favorite son, Sakamoto Ryoma stands near the beach. Sakamoto was one of the architects of modern Japan. He was instrumental in negotiating an alliance between the Choshu and Satsuma clans that helped to bring an end to Japan's feudal age in 1868. The Sakamoto Ryoma Memorial Museum stands on the hill above the beach.

Other minor sites of interest are a small aquarium at the beach and a small shrine on the point of Katsurahama, which is connected to the Sakamoto Ryoma Memorial Museum on the hill above by pleasant walking paths. Kochi's specialty dish, katsuo no tataki, is served at the local restaurants.

Getting there and around

The one way trip by Kochiken Kotsu bus from JR Kochi Station to Katsurahama takes approximately 35 minutes and costs 800 yen.

Katsurahama Beach can also be reached by the My Yu Bus, a bus for tourists that runs from Kochi Station via Mount Godaisan to Katsurahama. The one way trip from Kochi Station to Katsurahama takes about one hour, and a 1-day pass costs 1300 yen.

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    • Jyoseikan
      Luxury
      Featuring an open-air bath and views of city, Jyoseikan is a ryokan situated in a historic building in Kochi, 34 km from Daizen-ji Temple. Private parking is available on site. The accommodation provides a sauna, free WiFi throughout the property and family rooms. The units are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge, a kettle, a bidet, slippers and a wardrobe. The units are equipped with heating facilities. There is a coffee shop, bar and lounge. Nishihama Park is 34 km from the ryokan, while Hossho-ji Temple is 34 km away. Kochi Ryoma Airport is 14 km from the property.
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    • Comfort Hotel Kochi
      Mid-range
      Located within 37 km of Daizen-ji Temple and 37 km of Nishihama Park, Comfort Hotel Kochi provides rooms in Kochi. Featuring free bikes, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Private parking is available on site. At the hotel, every room is equipped with a desk. All units in Comfort Hotel Kochi are equipped with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Around the clock assistance is available at the reception, where staff speak English and Japanese. Hossho-ji Temple is 37 km from Comfort Hotel Kochi, while Nakatosa Town Art Museum is 47 km away. Kochi Ryoma Airport is 13 km from the property.
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    • OMO7 Kochi by Hoshino Resorts
      Luxury
      Located in Kochi, 37 km from Daizen-ji Temple, OMO7 Kochi by Hoshino Resorts provides accommodation with a restaurant, private parking, a bar and a spa and wellness centre. The property is around 37 km from Nishihama Park, 37 km from Hossho-ji Temple and 46 km from Nakatosa Town Art Museum. The hotel features a sauna, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Breakfast is available, and includes buffet, American and Asian options. Hijiri Shrine is 49 km from OMO7 Kochi by Hoshino Resorts, while K?chi Station is 1.5 km away. Kochi Ryoma Airport is 12 km from the property.
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    • Hotel Best Price Kochi
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      Located in Kochi and with Daizen-ji Temple reachable within 37 km, Hotel Best Price Kochi provides free bikes, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a restaurant. The property is around 37 km from Nishihama Park, 37 km from Hossho-ji Temple and 47 km from Nakatosa Town Art Museum. Private parking is available on site. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a bidet and free toiletries, all units at the hotel have a TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms include a balcony. All rooms will provide guests with a desk and a kettle. A buffet breakfast is available at Hotel Best Price Kochi. The accommodation offers 3-star accommodation with a sauna. Staff at Hotel Best Price Kochi are always available to provide guidance at the reception. Hijiri Shrine is 50 km from the hotel, while K?chi Station is 2 km away. Kochi Ryoma Airport is 11 km from the property.
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    • Dormy Inn Kochi
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      Dormy Inn Kochi is located in Kochi, 36 km from Daizen-ji Temple and 36 km from Nishihama Park. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage space. The accommodation provides a sauna, hot spring bath, restaurant and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. Guest rooms include a wardrobe. Guests at Dormy Inn Kochi can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Hossho-ji Temple is 36 km from the accommodation, while Nakatosa Town Art Museum is 46 km away. Kochi Ryoma Airport is 13 km from the property.
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    • Kochi Hotel
      Mid-range
      Located in a minute's walk from Kochi Station, Kochi Hotel provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. The property is set 7 km from Katori Shrine. The property features a 24-hour front desk. All rooms in the hotel are equipped with a kettle. Breakfast is available each morning at the property. The nearest airport is Kouchi Airport located 12 km away from property.
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    • Hotel Takasago
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      Offering free bikes and river view, Hotel Takasago is set in Kochi, 36 km from Daizen-ji Temple and 37 km from Nishihama Park. This 3-star ryokan offers a lift and full-day security. The ryokan features private parking, a sauna and a 24-hour front desk. The units in the ryokan are fitted with a flat-screen TV. With a private bathroom equipped with a bidet and slippers, units at the ryokan also have free WiFi. At the ryokan, the units are fitted with bed linen and towels. A family-friendly restaurant can be found at the property, offering a child-friendly buffet. Hossho-ji Temple is 37 km from the ryokan, while Nakatosa Town Art Museum is 46 km away. Kochi Ryoma Airport is 13 km from the property.
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    • Hotel Liberty Kochi (Adult Only)
      Budget-friendly
      Located in Kochi, Hotel Liberty Kochi (Adult Only) is a love hotel offering air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. This love hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and room service. Guests can enjoy river views. At the love hotel, every room includes a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. The private bathroom is equipped with a bath and free toiletries. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. A continental breakfast can be enjoyed in the breakfast area. The nearest airport is Kochi Ryoma Airport, 12 km from the property.
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    • Sansuien
      Luxury
      Sansuien features an open-air natural hot spring bath, a Japanese garden and Western and Japanese-style rooms, only a 5-minute walk from Kochi Castle. The hotel has a 24-hour reception, a souvenir shop and free WiFi access throughout the property. A spread of hot and cold fare is available at the buffet breakfast between 07:00 and 09:00. Drinks and snacks can be enjoyed at the bar. Western rooms come with a wooden or carpeted floor and beds, while Japanese rooms feature a tatami (woven-straw) floor and traditional futon bedding. All rooms have a seating area, an LCD TV and a small fridge. Yukata robes are provided, while the attached bathroom comes with toiletries. Hotel Sansuien is a 10-minute bus ride from Kochi Station. The Kochi Makino Night Botanical Garden is a 20-minute drive.
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    • Kochi Pacific Hotel
      Mid-range
      Conveniently located just a 2-minute walk from JR Kochi Station, Kochi Pacific Hotel offers free WiFi in all guest rooms, massage services and in-house dining options. Private on-site parking is available at a daily fee. All rooms at Kochi Pacific Hotel are air-conditioned. Each room is fitted with a working desk, fridge and electric kettle. Selected rooms also come with a seating area. Private bathroom includes both a bath and a shower. Slippers and free toiletries are provided for all guests. Luggage storage and bicycle rental are available at the 24-hour front desk. Guests can request dry cleaning and ironing services here at an extra charge as well. There are on-site drinks vending machines. Saisyuntou, the on-site restaurant on the first floor, serves Western and Japanese breakfast between 06:45 and 09:30. Snacks and soft beverages are available at Caf? Bloom on the ground floor from 08:00 until 20:00. From the hotel, guests can walk 25 minutes or drive 10 minutes to Kochi Castle. Katsurahama Beach is a 25-minute drive from the hotel. Kochi Ferry Terminal is a 12-minute drive and Ryouma Airport is a 30-minute drive away.
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