About Tour Guide Hiroshi M.

“Paper making and Niyoda River Tour ”

We can’t recommend Hiroshi enough! From start to finish, he planned an amazing one-day tour for my wife and me, perfectly customized to our interests. His Toyota Alphard was spotless, spacious, and comfortable, and Hiroshi himself was courteous, friendly, and a pleasure to spend the day with. Our adventure began at a washi paper studio and museum, where we had a blast trying our hand at traditional washi paper-making. Next, we stopped to watch fresh bonito (Kochi’s famous Katsuo no Tataki) being seared over straw flames before enjoying a delicious takeaway lunch. The day continued with stunning views of the Niyodo River, a drive across the iconic Nagoya Chinkabashi (submersible bridge), a visit to a scenic village popular on social media, and finally, a hike to the breathtaking Niyodo Blue, where we got to witness a beautiful waterfall. Along the way, Hiroshi also shared fascinating stories about Kochi’s history and culture, making the experience even more enriching. What impressed us most was how smoothly and thoughtfully everything was organized. We packed so much into one day without ever feeling rushed, leaving us plenty of time to relax and enjoy each experience. As a wonderful finishing touch, Hiroshi even shared some fantastic photos he had taken of us throughout the tour! If you’re looking for a knowledgeable, thoughtful, and personable guide to help you discover the best of Kochi, we highly recommend Hiroshi. He made our day truly memorable, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience!

Hiroshi M.

(41 reviews)

Thank you so much for this wonderful review! It was a real pleasure to spend the day with you and your wife. I was so happy you enjoyed making washi paper and watching the katsuo no tataki being seared over big straw flames. Those are some of my favorite ways to show guests the real Kochi. The hike to the Niyodo Blue was not easy, but you both did great, and the waterfall at the end was worth it. I also really enjoyed our talks in the car about history, Japan, and even K-pop. I learned a lot from you both. I'm glad you liked the photos too. There is still so much more of Kochi to see, like the Iya Valley and our summer matsuri. I hope to welcome you back someday!

“Informative and Caring Guide”

Hiroshi was great from the first initial contact we had with him! His suggestions were excellent, and was able to provide 2 days of sights, even with rain!! Would definitely recommend him!

Hiroshi M.

(41 reviews)

Thank you so much for your kind words! I really enjoyed planning this trip with you from the first message. We changed the plan a few times together, and I think it became a great two days. Even with the rain, we saw so much of Kochi and the Iya Valley. Please come back to Shikoku again. It would be great to see you both again!

“Wonderful Kochi tour with Hiroshi”

Our group of 8 thoroughly enjoyed our day with HIROSHI. He was very knowledgeable and engaging. Everyone in our group commented afterwards about how good a guide he was. We would highly recommend him for anyone visiting Kochi.

Hiroshi M.

(41 reviews)

Thank you so much for this kind review! It was a real pleasure to spend the day with your group of eight. I'm very happy to hear that everyone enjoyed the tour and learning about Kochi together. Guiding a big group is always fun, and your group made the day so easy and cheerful. I hope you enjoyed the rest of your cruise, and I would love to welcome you back to Kochi someday!