
The famous landmark of Kochi's downtown is Harimayabashi, a small red bridge on the west side of the main street. While it may not look particularly noteworthy at first glance, Harimayabashi is renowned for its role in a Kochi love story.
A common version of the story centers around a priest from Godaisan and a girl from Kochi. Because the priest's temple forbade relationships, the couple hid their romance by meeting in secret and exchanging clandestine gifts. However, their romance was exposed one day when the priest was caught buying a hair comb for his lover at Harimayabashi. As a result, the couple fled the city to avoid punishment.
In addition to Harimayabashi, downtown Kochi has pedestrian shopping arcades and attractive streets for walking. Shops selling hair combs, like the one mentioned in the famous love story, cluster around harimayabashi and are found throughout the arcades. They also sell naruko, which are noise makers originally used to keep birds away from the rice crops, but are now used in the Yosakoi Festival, Kochi's famous dance festival.

Getting there and around
Harimayabashi is a ten minute walk or four minute tram ride south of Kochi Station.
How to get to and around Kochi

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Hotels around Kochi
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JyoseikanView on Booking.comHistoric Setting
Jyoseikan in Kochi is housed in a historic building, offering a unique and charming atmosphere.Comfortable Accommodations
Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms with spa baths, and tatami floors. Guests enjoy city views and modern amenities such as free WiFi and flat-screen TVs.Relaxing Facilities
The ryokan provides a sauna, open-air bath, and bar. Additional amenities include a lounge, public bath, and free use of bicycles.Convenient Services
Guests benefit from a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and daily housekeeping. The property offers paid on-site private parking and electric vehicle charging.Guest Favorites
Breakfast provided by the property, attentive staff, and comfortable rooms are highly praised by guests. -
Comfort Hotel KochiView on Booking.comComfortable Accommodations
Comfort Hotel Kochi in Kochi offers air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, free WiFi, and modern amenities. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and soundproofing for a pleasant stay.Convenient Facilities
Guests enjoy free WiFi, a lift, 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping, child-friendly buffet, coffee shop, full-day security, room service, and luggage storage. Additional services include paid on-site private parking and a hot tub.Dining Options
A buffet breakfast is served daily, complemented by a dining area. The hotel also provides a coffee shop for refreshments.Location and Attractions
Located 13 km from Kochi Ryoma Airport, the hotel is near public transport options and attractions such as the Kochi Castle and Kochi Harbour. Guests appreciate the breakfast provided by the property, room cleanliness, and nearby public transport. -
Hotel Best Price KochiView on Booking.comComfortable Accommodations
Hotel Best Price Kochi in Kochi offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and modern amenities. Each room includes a balcony, work desk, and free WiFi.Exceptional Facilities
Guests can enjoy a sauna, free bicycles, and a child-friendly buffet. Additional facilities include a restaurant, public bath, and free WiFi.Delicious Dining
The modern, family-friendly restaurant serves Japanese cuisine with a buffet breakfast featuring juice and fruits.Convenient Location
Located 11 km from Kochi Ryoma Airport, the hotel provides paid on-site private parking and a 24-hour front desk. Guests appreciate the breakfast, bathroom comfort, and room cleanliness. -
Dormy Inn KochiView on Booking.comComfortable Accommodations
Dormy Inn Kochi in Kochi offers comfortable rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and free WiFi. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and soundproofing for a pleasant stay.Relaxing Facilities
Guests can enjoy a hot spring bath, sauna, and public bath. Additional amenities include a lift, 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping, full-day security, express check-in and check-out, and luggage storage.Dining Experience
The modern restaurant serves Japanese and European cuisines in a buffet style. Breakfast is highly praised by guests for its variety and quality.Convenient Location
Located 13 km from Kochi Ryoma Airport, the hotel is near attractions such as Kochi Castle and the Kochi Port. Guests appreciate the convenient location and bathroom comfort. -
Toyoko Inn KochiView on Booking.comComfortable Accommodations
Toyoko Inn Kochi in Kochi offers air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, baths, bidets, hairdryers, refrigerators, work desks, free toiletries, showers, slippers, carpeted floors, and TVs.Essential Facilities
Guests enjoy free WiFi, a lift, a 24-hour front desk, and an electric vehicle charging station. Paid on-site private parking is available.Breakfast and Services
A buffet breakfast is served daily. Reception staff speak English and Japanese. Kochi Ryoma Airport is 13 km away. -
OMO7 Kochi by Hoshino ResortsView on Booking.comComfortable Accommodations
OMO7 Kochi by Hoshino Resorts in Kochi offers spacious rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and city views. Guests enjoy free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and modern amenities.Wellness and Leisure
The hotel features a spa and wellness centre, sauna, and public bath. Additional facilities include a restaurant, bar, and coffee shop. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.Dining Experience
A family-friendly restaurant serves Japanese and European cuisines in a traditional ambience. Breakfast options include American, buffet, and Asian styles with local specialities, warm dishes, juice, cheese, and fruits.Convenient Location
Located 12 km from Kochi Ryoma Airport, the hotel provides paid on-site private parking, electric vehicle charging, and bicycle parking. Guests appreciate the room comfort, bathroom comfort, and cleanliness. -
Kochi HotelLocated 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.View on Booking.com -
Kochi Pacific HotelConveniently 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.View on Booking.com -
Hotel TakasagoView on Booking.comComfortable Accommodations
Takasago in Kochi offers spacious rooms with private bathrooms, air-equipped with free toile, and city or river views. Each room includes a bidet, hairdryer, refrigerator, free toiletries, shower, slippers, TV, and electric kettle.Exceptional Facilities
Guests enjoy a sauna, free use of bicycles, restaurant, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a public bath, lift, 24-hour front desk, concierge service, daily housekeeping, child-friendly buffet, family rooms, full-day security, bicycle parking, and luggage storage.Dining Experience
The family-friendly restaurant serves Japanese cuisine for dinner. Guests can relax in the comfortable dining area with a variety of meal options.Prime Location
Located 13 km from Kochi Ryoma Airport, Takasago is highly rated for its convenient location, room comfort, and room size. -
7 Days Hotel PlusJust a 2-minute drive from JR Kochi Station, the 7 Days Hotel Plus offers bicycle rentals and massage services. Elegant rooms come with free internet. Twin rooms consist of two connected rooms. All rooms are air-conditioned and feature a simple modern interior with a flat-screen TV, a fridge and an electric kettle. The hotel has a 24-hour front desk, and it offers laundry services and luggage storage. It serves a daily continental breakfast with freshly baked breads. Hotel 7 Days Plus is a 15-minute drive from Tosa Shrine, and a less than 20-minute train ride to Kochi Castle. Kochi Airport is a 40-minute drive away.View on Booking.com
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