[Image1]【Shimanto City, Kochi Prefecture】Eat the river! Sweetfish! Eel! River shrimp! Gori!
[Image2]【Shimanto City, Kochi Prefecture】Eat the river! Sweetfish! Eel! River shrimp! Gori!
[Image3]【Shimanto City, Kochi Prefecture】Eat the river! Sweetfish! Eel! River shrimp! Gori!
[Image4]【Shimanto City, Kochi Prefecture】Eat the river! Sweetfish! Eel! River shrimp! Gori!
[Image5]【Shimanto City, Kochi Prefecture】Eat the river! Sweetfish! Eel! River shrimp! Gori!
[Image6]【Shimanto City, Kochi Prefecture】Eat the river! Sweetfish! Eel! River shrimp! Gori!
[Image7]【Shimanto City, Kochi Prefecture】Eat the river! Sweetfish! Eel! River shrimp! Gori!
[Image8]【Shimanto City, Kochi Prefecture】Eat the river! Sweetfish! Eel! River shrimp! Gori!
[Image9]【Shimanto City, Kochi Prefecture】Eat the river! Sweetfish! Eel! River shrimp! Gori!
[Image10]【Shimanto City, Kochi Prefecture】Eat the river! Sweetfish! Eel! River shrimp! Gori!

【Shimanto City, Kochi Prefecture】Eat the river! Sweetfish! Eel! River shrimp! Gori! "Traditional fishing method" that is close to the Shimanto River

Introducing the traditional fishing methods passed down by river fishermen in the Shimanto River. We will introduce the important culture of the river basin that is close to the river and appreciates the blessings of the river.

〇Traditional fishing method of the Shimanto River
The traditional fishing method of the Shimanto River has been carefully passed down by Local river fishermen, and it continues to be a part of daily life, changing its shape little by little with changes in the environment. The bounty of the Shimanto River, such as sweetfish, eel, scampi shrimp, and aosanori, adds color to the family table every season, and is deliciously cooked by skilled chefs in Shimanto City to delight the taste buds of tourists. It is also processed in various ways and is popular as a Souvenir.

〇 Look at the river, eat the river
If you take a leisurely stroll along the Shimanto River, you can see eels and scampi shrimp submerged in water from the Submersible Bridge. Depending on the season, you may meet people fishing for sweetfish in the river or fishing in riverboats. There may be a gori fishing device lined with stones on the riverbank, or the harvest of green nori is just taking place at the mouth of the river. If you take the time to look at the Shimanto River, you will encounter something "river and human activities". And at night, you can enjoy the Ingredients harvested by the contraptions you actually saw in the river at the restaurant. It is a different way to enjoy the "familiar" Shimanto River.

〇 Introduction of traditional fishing methods
・Fire fishing of sweetfish
Set up nets to cross the river in advance, and wave a Bonfire from the top of the boat at night. Surprised by the raging band of flames, the sweetfish flees and is driven into the net. Nowadays, it is often done using LEDs, but the principle is a traditional fishing method that has not changed since ancient times. sweetfish are also caught in Other by various fishing methods such as casting nets and fishing.

・Scampi shrimp fishing
If you look from the Submersible Bridge near the water's edge, you can see a series of PVC pipes evenly spaced. This is a fishing gear called "Korobashi" that collects scampi shrimp. In the past, it was made of wood, but over time it has changed to a Ingredients that is easier to handle. Standard scampi shrimp are brightly colored and eaten with karaage. In addition, it is useful as a Township taste, such as resembling a large raised cucumber.

・Eel fishing
 There are Styrofoam and plastic bottles floating in the river without streaming. This may be a landmark of Korobashi catching eels. Eels, which are sensitive to odors, do not enter resin contraptions, and wooden korobashi is still used even now.

・Gori fishing
If the riverbank is lined with stones that dammed the water, it may be a gimmick for Gori's Noborio Toshiue fishing. In the Shimanto River, the juveniles of Numatitib are called "gori" and are popular as a taste of early summer from Spring. Standard is to eat it as karaage or tsukuni.

〇Things to be aware of
Fishery rights are set for fishing in the Shimanto River. When fishing, it is mandatory to purchase a recreational fishing ticket.
In addition, a fishing ban period has been established from the viewpoint of protecting Minamoto.
Please be careful.

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【Shimanto City, Kochi Prefecture】If you come to Shimanto River, we will introduce you to a sightseeing boat that you can never miss! Shimanto River is something that goes "in the summer" ... Do you have such an image? Not at all! In fact, in winter, plankton decreases and the transparency of the river increases significantly. It will be possible to see the riverbed that could not be seen in the summer. Why don't you take a embarkation on a sightseeing boat that is close to the river to taste the Shimanto River in winter, which is different from summer...? 〇 If you want to buy a sightseeing boat ticket at a great price! "Shimanto City Tourism Association" Those who stop by the Shimanto City Tourism Association can purchase sightseeing boat tickets at 10% off. We can also help you make a reservation on your behalf. Foreign customers are also available! 🛅🆓 Free luggage storage【8:30~17:30】 🛜🆓Wi-Fi 🚶 Inside Nakamura Station Rotary If you want to buy a sightseeing boat ticket at a low price, please stop by the Shimanto City Tourism Association! 1. Sada Submersible Bridge "Sakoya" It is a houseboat that starts from the longest submersible bridge "Sada Submersible Bridge" in the lowest reaches of the Shimanto River. This is a course that passes through two submersible bridges: Sada Submersible Bridge and Sanri Submersible Bridge. The tour takes about 50 minutes. * Reservations are required for a minimum of 2 people. When you stop the engine and go only with the rowing Turrets, you can enjoy the Shimanto River in a healing space away from the hustle and bustle of society. In addition, during the houseboat tour, we There are a service of "Karinto" seasoned with green nori from the Shimanto River. During the firefly season, there is a firefly boat that allows you to Fun fireflies dancing wildly in the Shimanto River on board. (By reservation only) 🍽️ Meals (boxed lunches) are available on board. * Reservation required. Reservations can only be made for private guests. 🚗 It takes about 20 minutes by Car from Nakamura Station. 🚲 About 50 minutes by bicycle. 2. Sanri Submersible Bridge "Forty Thousand Blues" It is a houseboat that Base point the "Sanri Submersible Bridge" which is the second line from the lower reaches of the Shimanto River.                      This is a course that passes through the Sanri Submersible Bridge and runs to the vicinity of the Sada Submersible Bridge. The tour takes about 50 minutes. Regular Sightseeing Sightseeing Houseboat [Operating hours 9:00~16:00] Operates every hour at 0:00. Even if you come with like-minded friends or your family, you can enjoy the Shimanto River. You can embarkation the houseboat without making a reservation in advance, but it may be crowded, so it is recommended to make a reservation in advance. (Open open all year) During the firefly season, there is a firefly boat that allows you to Fun fireflies dancing wildly in the Shimanto River on board. (By reservation only) 🍽️ Meals are available on board. * Reservation required by 12:00 the day before. 🚗 It takes about 25 minutes by Car from Nakamura Station. 🚲 About 1 hour by bicycle. 3. Takase Submersible Bridge "Natoku" It is a houseboat that Base point the "Takase Submersible Bridge" which is the third line from the lower reaches of the Shimanto River.                      It is a course that passes through the Takase Submersible Bridge and goes around the upper reaches of the three shrines where the original scenery of the Shimanto River remains. The tour takes about 50 minutes. Regular service [Operating hours 9:00~16:00] Operates at 0:00 every hour. There is also a boat with a table and chair as a seat, which is rare among the sightseeing boats operating on the Shimanto River. People with disabilities and Car wheelchairs can also embarkation with confidence. You can embarkation the houseboat without making a reservation in advance, but it may be crowded, so it is recommended to make a reservation in advance. (Open open all year) During the firefly season, there is a firefly boat that allows you to Fun fireflies dancing wildly in the Shimanto River on board. (By reservation only) 🍽️ Meals are available on board. * Reservation required by the day before. In addition to regular flights and Meals Courses, there are chartered Gourmet Courses. Meals courses and chartered gourmet courses must be reserved at least one day in advance. The chartered Gourmet Course is available for a minimum of 3 people. 🚗 It takes about 30 minutes by Car from Nakamura Station. 🚲 About 1 hour and 40 minutes by bicycle.