A celebrated castle of southern Japan with its Edo-period Honmaru buildings still intact.

Kochi Castle is a rare historic site preserving its original castle tower, Honmaru Palace, and other buildings of the main enclosure from the Edo period. Visitors can enjoy the stately view of the tower rising beyond the Otemon Gate and a panorama of Kochi from the top floor.

Three highlights of Kochi Castle

1. 1. Explore the original castle tower and Honmaru PalaceKochi Castle is the only castle in Japan where all the buildings of the Honmaru main enclosure survive, offering a close look at Edo-period castle architecture.
2. 2. Enjoy the view of the tower beyond Otemon GateCapture Kochi Castle’s signature view, with the castle tower rising beyond its imposing main gate.
3. 3. Look out across the former castle townFrom the top floor of the tower, take in central Kochi and the surrounding mountains while appreciating the scale of the historic castle town.

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Nearby attractions

• ・Kochi Castle Museum of HistoryLocated opposite Otemon Gate, the museum presents materials from the Yamauchi family, lords of the Tosa Domain, together with the history and culture of Kochi. Visiting before or after the castle provides deeper context for the site and castle town.
• ・Hirome MarketA lively market filled with local Kochi dishes, sake, and a variety of food stalls. It is an easy place to experience Tosa food culture after exploring the castle.
• ・Sunday MarketA historic street market held every Sunday along Otesuji, selling local vegetables, fruit, inaka-zushi, and more. It offers a glimpse of everyday life and energy in Kochi.