Shimanto City in Kochi Prefecture is located in the southwestern part of Kochi Prefecture, and is a city rich in rich in nature, facing 1,100m-class mountains to the south and the Pacific Ocean to the east.
It was created in 2005 by the merger of the former Nakamura City and Nishitosa Village, and the name of the city is derived from the Shimanto River that streams through the city.
Forests cover about 91% of the city area.
As of June 2025, the population is about 30,000, making it the third most populous prefecture in Kochi Prefecture.
The Shimanto River has a total length of 196 km, has no Dam, and is known as "the last Clear streams in Japan", and the city's catch phrase is "A city that lives with the river".
It was created in 2005 by the merger of the former Nakamura City and Nishitosa Village, and the name of the city is derived from the Shimanto River that streams through the city.
Forests cover about 91% of the city area.
As of June 2025, the population is about 30,000, making it the third most populous prefecture in Kochi Prefecture.
The Shimanto River has a total length of 196 km, has no Dam, and is known as "the last Clear streams in Japan", and the city's catch phrase is "A city that lives with the river".
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【Shimanto City, Kochi Prefecture】"Shimanto River, the last clear streams in Japan" A river with a cultural landscape where people live along with the river
☞ What is the Shimanto River?
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Kochi Prefecture Shimanto River flows through Mt. Fuiri (Elevation 1,336m) Minamoto in Tsuno Town. With a total length of 196 km, there are 35 main tributaries and a total of 319 tributaries, and it flows into the Pacific Ocean at Shimoda in Shimanto City as a stream that meanders through the southwestern region of Kochi Prefecture such as Yusuhara Town, Nakatosa Town, Shimanto Town, and Shimanto City.
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☞ Origin of "Japan's Last Clear Streams"
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The Shimanto River, where residents live close to the river, was symbolically referred to as "the last clear stream in Japan" in a television broadcast in 1983 (Showa 58), creating a brand of a rich and beautiful river with clear water and creatures from the Minamoto to the sea.
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☞ Caught in the Shimanto River.
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The Shimanto River, which nurtures abundant life, is home to a vast Water area and 200 species of rich Water organisms, and there are still fishermen who make a living using traditional fishing methods, such as fallen ayu, fire-swinging, ginaga shrimp, gori, and aonori fishing.
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☞ Playing in the Shimanto River.
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At Shimanto River, you can enjoy various experiences throughout the year, such as canoeing, sup, cycling, walking along the river, going down Squid, sightseeing boats, and camping.
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☞ There is also a violent river side.
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The Shimanto River is also Famous as a raging river, and is prone to Water damage throughout the year due to increased Water, flooding, typhoons, etc. Under such circumstances, the people living in the Shimanto River basin take advantage of the Nature environment to be close to each other and There are a bridge without a parapet Submersible Bridge that increases Water and sometimes sinks as wisdom and ingenuity to live. Human activities and submersible bridges overlap to create a landscape unique to this area.
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☞ Selected by the Environment Agency as a "Famous Water" and "Heisei Famous Water".
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1985 (Showa 60) (1985) In July 1985, the Water was selected as a "Famous Water" because of its excellent environmental conservation status and the active environmental conservation activities of its residents.
In addition, in June 2008 2008 (Heisei 20), the Kuroson River, a tributary, was selected as a "Heisei Famous Water" in recognition of its environmental conservation activities and the efforts of people living in the basin.
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☞ One of the most beautiful tributaries is the Clear Streams "Kuroson River".
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The Kuroson River was selected as one of the 100 Famous Waters of Heisei. It is the most transparent and particularly beautiful tributary of the Shimanto River. In addition to the river, there are legends and anecdotes such as Kuroson Shrine and Okiku Falls, and it is a place where Autumn leaves are vividly colored in autumn.
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☞ Selected as an "Important Cultural Landscape*" by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology.
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2009 (Heisei 21) (2009) In February 2009, the unique landscape of the Shimanto River basin, including the lives of people related to the Shimanto River, was selected as an "Important Cultural Landscape." This is the first time in Japan that the five markets in the Shimanto River basin (Tsuno Town, Yusuhara Town, Nakatosa Town, Shimanto Town, and Shimanto City) have been selected, and they are attracting a great deal of attention.
* Landscapes formed by the lives or livelihoods of people in the region and the climate of the region, and are indispensable for understanding the lives or livelihoods of the people of Japan (from Article 2, Paragraph 1, Item 5 of the Act on the Protection of Cultural Properties)
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☞ Throughout the four seasons, there are people in the Shimanto River.
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There are not only the "last clear streams in Japan," which is called a beautiful river, but also a rich landscape and environment nurtured by the daily activities of the region. This relationship has become the mysterious charm of the Shimanto River and continues to attract people to this day.
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Kochi Prefecture Shimanto City Tourism Association.
Shimanto City is a Rich in nature city located in the southwestern part of the Kochi Prefecture, facing 1,100m-class mountains to the north and the Pacific Ocean to the south.
It was created in 2005 by the merger of the former Nakamura City and Nishitosa Village, and the name of the city is derived from the Shimanto River that streams through the city. With this Account, we will deliver the charm of Shimanto City to everyone. Thank you very much!
■How to Access Shimanto City, Kochi Prefecture
About 2 hours and 30 minutes by Car from Kochi Ryoma Airport
1 hour by Express from JR Kochi Station
■Basic Information of Shimanto City, Kochi Prefecture
With a population of about 30,000 (as of June 2025), it has the third largest population in Kochi Prefecture. Forests occupy about 91% of the city area, and the Shimanto River, which stream through the city, has a total length of 196 km, has no Dam in the main stream, and is known as "the last Clear streams of the Japan", and the city's catch phrase is "A city that lives with the river".
■History of Shimanto City, Kochi Prefecture
The Former Nakamura area of Shimanto City is called "Little Kyoto of Tosa", and the cityscape that the Norifusa Ichijo, which turned down about 550 years ago during the Onin War, followed Kyoto and Maintenance Grid Layout still remains. The Traditional charm of culture, history and Nature is perfect for walking.
■Recommended Sightseeing spots in Shimanto City, Kochi Prefecture
Submersible Bridge
・There are are nine submersible bridges in the main stream, such as the Sada Submersible Bridge and the Iwama Submersible Bridge
activity
・Shimanto River Sightseeing Boat
・Canoe, SUP
・Shimantori Barbecue
・Cycling
history
・Ichijo Shrine
・Fuwa Hachimangu
・Shimanto City Local Museum
・Hanke Tenmangu
・Kuroson Shrine
eclipse
・Salt Tataki
・Billi Gatsuo
・Bushukan chuhai
・Ayu
・Eel
・River shrimp
・Gori
■To Shimanto City, where Nature and culture come to life
Shimanto City, where Nature and history and culture fuse, is an ideal travel destination where you can refresh your mind and body.
Please come and look for the scenery and experiences that can only be encountered here.
We will continue to broadcasting the charm of Shimanto City, so please follow us!
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🌸 Traveling around with Shinyan and Nyanko
Overlapping Stamp Rally🌸
Together with the official character of the Shimanto City Tourism Association "Shinyan and Nyanko", we will Held in a Stamp Rally to enjoy Shimanto City!
It's not just a Stamp! Stamp this time is a "stack and print" type.
If you stack the Stamp one by one, at the end, 、、、 what! One piece of art will be completed ✨
The finished mount is made into a postcard as it is!
Perfect as 💌 a souvenir of your trip or as a souvenir for friends
Why don't you make your own "Forty Ten Art"?
【Held in】
Friday, August 1, 2025 ~ Friday, October 31, 2025
[It's very easy ♪ to enjoy]
(1) Stamp mount GET!
→ facilities each is distributed in limited quantities! If there is no mount, it may be in another facility!
(2) "Stack" 5 Stamps!
→ Stamp (1) to (5) are the same in both areas, so even ♪ if you don't print them in order, the final design is the same!
(3) If you press everything, the cute "Shinyanko Art" is completed 🎨.
→ You can ✨ Return it as a postcard.
(4) When you show the completed mount...
→ The first 500 people will receive a "Original cotton bag" 🎁
[There are two areas! ] It doesn't matter which way you go around.
Stamp installation spots will be designed in two areas, the "Naka Village Area" and the "Nishitosa Area". The Stamps of (1) ~ (5) are common Stamps, so no matter which area you collect Stamps in, you will end up with ♪ the same design
🐾 Naka Village Area
(1) Shimantogawa Gakuyukan Akitsuo Conditions: Admission
A facility where you can learn about the Nature creatures of the Shimanto River. There are Marker dragonflies and insects, and an exhibition of fish from the Shimanto River basin, so Spot can be enjoyed by both Adult and children!
Installation time 9:00~17:00 (Regular holiday / Monday)
(2) Shimanto River sightseeing boat (houseboat) Conditions: Embarkation
There are three sightseeing boat operators, and no matter which one you embarkation, you can get a Stamp. You can ♪ relax and enjoy the beautiful Shimanto River.
Installation time 9:00~16:00 (advance reservation is recommended)
(3) Shimanto City Local Museum Conditions: Admission
A castle-shaped museum on a small mountain. In addition to learning about the history and culture of Shimanto City, overlooking the downtown from the observation Spot of the Castle Keep makes you feel like a castle owner?!
Installation time 9:00~17:00 (Closed on Water)
(4) Harenoba CAFE N2 Conditions: Food and beverage or purchase
Located in the middle of the Tenjinbashi shopping street, it is perfect for a Vacation on the way to sightseeing.
Installation time 11:00~18:00 (Regular holiday / Monday)
(5) Shimanto City Tourism Association * Cotton bag exchange place Conditions: Visit
A base point where you can find travel Information in Shimanto City and the Hakata area. Bicycle rental (¥1,000~) and sightseeing boat tickets are on sale!
Installation time 8:30~17:30 (open open all year)
📍 The town of Naka Village is a distance that can be visited by rental bicycle, so you can take a leisurely stroll!
🐾 Nishitosa Area
(1) Roadside Station Yotte Nishitosa Conditions: Visitors
A popular Spot where you can find Local Specialties and Souvenirs. There are also salt-grilled natural sweetfish from the Shimanto River and Sweets made with Local ingredients, so you can take a break or shop!
Installation time 7:30~18:00 (Regular holiday / No period)
(2) Shimantogawa Station Canoe Hall Conditions: Purchase or Experience or Accommodation
A facility where you can experience canoeing, standup paddleboarding, and rafting. There is also a campsite, so you can enjoy Nature!
Installation time 8:30~17:30 (Regular holiday: No period)
(3) Iwama Tea House (Soba the Submersible Bridge!) Conditions: Visitors
Soba the Iwama Submersible Bridge, they sell bento boxes made by Local people and handmade products that can only be found here. There is also a song monument of Hiroshi Miyama's "Shimanto River" with a car parking lot, which is a must-see for fans!
Installation time 10:00~15:00 (Regular holiday/Monday)
(4) Hotel Seira Shimanto Conditions: Accommodation or One Day Hot Spring
In addition to accommodation, there are also restaurants and One Day Hot Spring, and the starry sky guide of the starry attendant is also recommended at night, which is perfect ♪ for healing the fatigue of the trip!
Installation time 9:00~17:00 (open open all year)
(5) Shimantogawa Hometown Information Center * Cotton bag exchange location Conditions: Visitors
Window for sightseeing in the Nishitosa area just off the station. You can also rent a Rinrin cycle!
Installation time 8:30~18:00 (Regular holiday / Water)
🚗 Nishitosa is recommended to Transportation in Car! While feeling Nature, it feels good to drive along the Shimanto River. ♪
* Regular holidays and business hours are different. Please check the latest information on each facility's website for business conditions. (Publication content is Information as of July 2025)
[Point! ] 】
Stamps (1) to (5) have a common design, so even if they are collected separately in Naka Village and Nishitosa, the finished picture is the same!
(Example: (1) "Gakuyukan" in the Naka Village area or "Yotte Nishitosa" in Nishitosa is OK)
[If you collect all the Stamps...]
🎉 First 500 people
\Original cotton bag as a gift! ／
When the Stamp mount is completed, show it 👇 in one of the following
・ Naka Village: Shimanto City Tourism Association
・Nishitosa: Shimantogawa Hometown Information Center
It is 🐾✨ a Squid bag with an illustration of Shinyanko that can only be obtained here
[What is Shinyan and Nyanko?] 】
"Shinyan and Nyanko" is a local cat character of the Shimanto City Tourism Association.
There are 5 fish in total, and they are based on the Nature of the Shimanto River, traditional fishing methods, and Local culture!
In this Stamp Rally, such shinyanko appeared as ♪ art
🎨 The character design is by Junya Inoue, a popular manga artist from Shimanto City who is also a tourism ambassador (Representative work "BTOOOM! Kaiju Self-Defense Force, etc.)
In Shimanto City, let's play with Shinyanko!
Please experience the fun of not only "pressing the Stamp" but also "completing the art by layering".
Nature, history, food, and cute characters can be enjoyed on a tour of Shimanto City.
I'm sure you'll ✨ be able to create your own "special piece"
We look forward to your participation!
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