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Manga Kingdom Kochi's Anime Culture Tour with Licensed Local Guide & Premium Minivan

Kochi Manga BASE

Kaiyodo Space Factory Nankoku

Kochi Manga BASE

Manga Museum

Kochi Manga BASE

Kaiyodo Space Factory Nankoku

Manga Museum

Kaiyodo Space Factory Nankoku

Toyota Alphard

Manga Kingdom Kochi's Anime Culture Tour with Licensed Local Guide & Premium Minivan

Name: Kochi Guided Tours
Brand: GoWithGuide
Price: 376 USD
Rating: 5.0 (21 reviews)

Car Tour (driving guide)

Joined 2025

Hiroshi M.

5.00 / 5

(21 reviews)

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Kochi

English

6 hours

Private tour (only you and Hiroshi M.)

Up to 6 people

Explore Kochi’s deep connection to manga and anime culture. This tour traces the evolution of Japanese manga from its early roots to modern pop culture. Visit the Yokoyama Ryuichi Manga Museum and Kochi Manga BASE to explore manga’s origins and its living culture today, then continue to Kaiyodo Space Factory Nankoku, where characters are transformed into world-class figures. If time allows, an optional visit to the Anpanman Museum, one of the most famous anime in Japan, is also possible.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

08:30 AM

Meeting Point

Kochi New Port (Cruise Ship Terminal)

- I provide a door-to-door meet-up service using a luxury Toyota Alphard. Please inform me of your preferred meeting location and time in advance. Options --> Kochi New Port (Cruise Ship Terminal), Kochi Ryoma Airport (KCZ), JR Kochi Station, or any hotel or accommodation within Kochi City.

09:00 AM

Yokoyama Ryuichi Manga Museum

Visit a museum dedicated to Yokoyama Ryuichi, one of the earliest professional manga artists in Japan.

Learn how manga began as a form of daily entertainment and social commentary long before modern anime existed.

10:30 AM

Kaiyodo Space Factory Nankoku

Explore Kaiyodo’s flagship facility, where characters from manga, anime, games, and movies are crafted into highly detailed figures admired worldwide.

This visit highlights the craftsmanship behind Japan’s global pop culture.

12:00 PM

Local Lunch

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant selected according to the day’s route and your preferences.

Lunch is not included in the tour price.

01:00 PM

Kochi Manga BASE

Visit Kochi Manga BASE, a modern cultural space introducing manga artists connected to Kochi and current trends in Japanese manga culture.

This stop connects historical roots with manga as a living, evolving art form.

Ending Point

Kochi New Port, Airport, Kochi Station, or Any Hotel in Kochi City

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Local English-speaking licensed guide service

(Regional license holder)

Door-to-door escort by Toyota Alphard

Hotel meet-up and drop-off (within Kochi city area)

All vehicle-related expenses (fuel, toll, parking fees)

Complimentary photos taken by your guide and shared after the tour

What‘s not included

Meals and beverages

Personal expenses

Personal travel insurance

Tour Important Information

Physical Requirements: Light to moderate walking is involved.

Accessibility: Some facilities may have stairs or limited elevator access.

Dietary Needs: Please inform me in advance of any food allergies or dietary restrictions.

Optional Stop: The Anpanman Museum visit depends on time availability and guest interest.

Important Note Regarding Transportation

My primary service is providing guiding as a licensed guide.

For efficiency and comfort, my private vehicle is provided as a courtesy support and is not a commercial transportation service.

>>Yokoyama Ryuichi Manga Museum

Closed on Mondays (or the following weekday if Monday is a national holiday).

??Kochi Manga BASE

Open daily from 13:00 to 17:00.

The itinerary is arranged to visit this location in the afternoon.

>>Kaiyodo Space Factory Nankoku

Closed on Tuesdays (or the following weekday if Tuesday is a national holiday).

Important message from the supplier

I currently offer several tour options, but I can also create a fully customized itinerary based on your interests. In the photo gallery, you'll find examples of places and experiences I’ve introduced to past guests.

If there’s a specific place you’d like to visit, feel free to reach out.

For cruise ship travelers, most tours are around 6 hours, so I recommend choosing 3 to 4 spots. To make planning easier, I’ve grouped locations into Central (C), Eastern(E), and Western(W) Kochi in the gallery—please use that as a reference.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Joined 2025

Hiroshi M.

5.00 / 5

(21 reviews)

Identity Verified

Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Hiroshi M.

I’m a local licensed guide based in Kochi Prefecture. I grew up by the Pacific Ocean in Kochi and spent four years each in Tokyo and the United States—giving me both deep local knowledge and a global perspective.

Although I’m new to GoWithGuide, I’ve been welcoming international guests for years through my private rental villa in Aki City and as a local guide in Kochi. Working in the travel industry, I know not only the famous landmarks but also the hidden gems of the region.

All the photos you see here were taken by me—I enjoy photography, and if you’d like, I’d be happy to capture some memorable shots for you during the tour.

Reviews

Joan B.

5 / 5

Apr 15, 2026

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Manga Kingdom Kochi's Anime Culture Tour with Licensed Local Guide & Premium Minivan

Itinerary

Want to personalize this tour?

Inclusions & Exclusions

Tour Important Information

Important message from the supplier

Cancellation Policy

About Tour Guide Hiroshi M.

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