Shimanto River

KOCHI NATURE

The Shimanto River is known as “Japan’s last remaining clear stream.” The many submersible Chinkabashi (bridges without balustrades made so that they sink and are not swept away when the river floods) that can be found along the river, give the Shimanto River its poetic charm.These bridges are still used by residents to this day. You can also enjoy various activities along the Shimanto River such as canoeing, yakatabune boat rides,and cycling.

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More Information about Shimanto River

Street address: Western Region of Kochi (Shimanto-shi, Shimanto-cho, Nakatosa-cho, Tsuno-cho, Yusuhara-cho)
About KOCHI

Access

Route1

40 minutes by rental bicycle from Nakamura Station to Sada Chinkabashi

Route2

1 minute by foot from Ekawasaki Station on the JR Dosan Line

Opening Hours: Varies depending on store

Closed: Varies depending on store

Website: https://visitkochijapan.com/en/highlights/shimantoriver

Best season: Apr., May, Jun., Jul., Aug., Sep., Oct.

Point: For sightseeing information, contact Hata Region Tourism Association or the Shimanto City Tourism Association.
You can rent bikes for cycling at JR Ekawasaki Station, JR Nakamura Station, and elsewhere.

update: Sep.9.2025