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Kochi Private Tour - Kochi Manga BASE
Kochi Manga BASE
Kochi Private Tour - Kochi Manga BASE
Kochi Manga BASE
Kochi Private Tour - Kaiyodo Space Factory Nankoku
Kaiyodo Space Factory Nankoku
Kochi Private Tour - Kochi Manga BASE
Kochi Manga BASE
Kochi Private Tour - Kochi Manga BASE
Kochi Manga BASE
Kochi Private Tour - Kochi Manga BASE
Kochi Manga BASE
Kochi Private Tour - Manga Museum
Manga Museum
Kochi Private Tour - Kochi Manga BASE
Kochi Manga BASE
Kochi Private Tour - Kochi Manga BASE
Kochi Manga BASE
Kochi Private Tour - Kochi Manga BASE
Kochi Manga BASE
Kochi Private Tour - Kochi Manga BASE
Kochi Manga BASE
Kochi Private Tour - Kaiyodo Space Factory Nankoku
Kaiyodo Space Factory Nankoku
Kochi Private Tour - Kaiyodo Space Factory Nankoku
Kaiyodo Space Factory Nankoku
Kochi Private Tour - Manga Museum
Manga Museum
Kochi Private Tour - Manga Museum
Manga Museum
Kochi Private Tour - Manga Museum
Manga Museum
Kochi Private Tour - Manga Museum
Manga Museum
Kochi Private Tour - Manga Museum
Manga Museum
Kochi Private Tour - Manga Museum
Manga Museum
Kochi Private Tour - Kaiyodo Space Factory Nankoku
Kaiyodo Space Factory Nankoku
Kochi Private Tour - Kaiyodo Space Factory Nankoku
Kaiyodo Space Factory Nankoku
Kochi Private Tour - Kaiyodo Space Factory Nankoku
Kaiyodo Space Factory Nankoku
Kochi Private Tour - Kaiyodo Space Factory Nankoku
Kaiyodo Space Factory Nankoku
Kochi Private Tour - Kaiyodo Space Factory Nankoku
Kaiyodo Space Factory Nankoku
Kochi Private Tour - Toyota Alphard
Toyota Alphard

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

Car Tour (driving guide)
Kochi Tour Guide - Hiroshi M.

Joined 2025

Hiroshi M.
5.00 / 5
(14 reviews)
Identity Verified
Interview-Based Quality Checks
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

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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
Kochi Tour Guide - Hiroshi M.

Joined 2025

Hiroshi M.
5.00 / 5
(14 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

Wonderful day despite the rain

Knowledgeable and personable guide gave us a great overview of Kochi in a comfy van. Well timed tour gave us enough time to enjoy each activity. Hiroshi organized lunch for us at the Hirome Market, adventurous but not overly so! Definitely recommend him.

Vivien M.

Hiroshi M.

Thank you so much for your kind review, and I'm really glad you enjoyed the day despite the rain! It was a pleasure showing you around Kochi. I'm happy the pace worked well for your group, and you enjoyed my food picks at Hirome Market. Please enjoy the rest of your time in Japan! Best Regards, Hiroshi

A Perfect Day and Tour of Kochi

Hiroshi provided us with truly excellent guide service during our Japan cruise stop in Kochi. He was waiting for us in the cruise port terminal to drive us and guide us through a perfect itinerary including the fascinating and picturesque Chikurinji Temple and five-story pagoda, the world-class Makino Botanical Gardens, a lunch of local delicacies in Hirome Market, and the famous Kochi Castle History Museum and climb to the Keep of Kochi Castle! Hiroshi’s command of English and clear pronunciations was a relief to us. And we were delighted to discover that he is an excellent photographer so he captured many wonderful digital memories for us throughout the day. If you’re going to Kochi and want a professional tour guide, then Hiroshi is your man!

Edward R.

Hiroshi M.

Thank you so much for your kind and generous review! It really made my day. I'm so happy that you enjoyed Chikurinji Temple, Makino Botanical Garden, Hirome Market, and Kochi Castle. Even with the rain in the morning, you both embraced everything with such a wonderful spirit. That made the day truly special for me as well. I also appreciate your kind words about my English and photography. Taking photos for my guests is one of my favorite parts of the job, so I'm really glad the pictures became good memories for you. Your advice and stoty about guiding during the tour was something I will always remember. Thank you for sharing that with me. I hope our paths cross again someday! With warm regards, Hiroshi

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