Kochi is the capital city of Kochi Prefecture situated on the island of Shikoku in Japan. Kochi is the primary city of the prefecture, with over 41% of its population. As of April 1, 2016, the city has an estimated population of 332,060 and a population density of 1,101 persons per km2. The total area is 309.23 km2. A symbol of the city is its most popular katsuo tataki, dish, made by lightly seasoning and searing bonito.

Airport in Kochi

Kochi Airport

Kochi Airport also called as Kochi Ryoma Airport is a domestic airport situated in Nankoku, a city in Kochi Region of Japan. Kochi Airport is located on the southeastern coast, 7 NM (13 km; 8.2 mi) east of the city of Kōchi. The 120 ha (298 acres) airport has a single runway handling small to medium size aircraft such as Airbus A320, Boeing 737, Atr 72, and Fokker 50. The 10,901 m2 (117,326 sq ft) two-storey terminal building that situated to the north side of the runway. The arrivals level is on the first floor and departures on the second, which also have workers that will guide you to your gate, either arrival or departure. The airport is elevated at 9 metres (29 feet). There are two flights available from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Kochi Airport such as from Japan Airlines and All Nippon Airways (ANA).

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When is the Best Time to Fly to Kochi

Late spring seasons starts from March until end of May and late autumn seasons that begins from September until end of November which are generally the best times to visit Kochi, when there is skies are clear less rainfall, and temperatures are mild. The colder months starts from December until the end of February, which is less attractive to most visitors which can make travelling at these times cheaper. As well as being fewer peoples and costing less, many of Kochi’s highlights are even improved in the winter months.

What are the Top 3 Things to Do in Kochi

Katsurahama Beach - Katsurahama Beach situated in Kochi City, Kochi Region. It is a popular place which signifies Kochi and has even looked in the Tosa folksong which also well-known as "Yosakoi". On the beach, there is the Katsurahama Aquarium, where you can see not only the rare red-eyed Japanese lates which live in the Tosa Gulf, but also penguins, tropical fish, and sea birds, as well as dolphin shows and seal shows. On Katsurahama Beach there is a sculpture of Ryoma Sakamoto, who took part as a protester in the Meiji Restoration. Nearby there is also an honouring showing the life of Ryoma Sakamoto, and it displays respected information about him. Katsurahama Beach is also popular for being a great moon-viewing spot which is a breath-taking view. The view of the moon in autumn from the beach is one of the main attractions here.

Cape Ashizuri - It is situated at the southernmost tip of Shikoku. From the viewpoint, 270-degree views allow you to observe just how round the earth is clearly. Standing on the edge of the cliffs is Cape Ashizuri Lighthouse, one of the biggest lighthouses in Japan and the symbol of the cliff. Along with a richness of subtropical plants, there are many types of camellia growing here which also popular with a nickname of "Cape Camellia."

Kochi City Ogayabashi Bridge & Horikawa River - A row of cherry blossom trees runs for approximately 1000 metres down both sides of the river. One of the top marketing points for this cherry blossom-viewing area is that you can see the blooms from both the river and from the land. During the crowded season, the area is packed with locals and tourists alike. The flowers are glowing during the night, so you can stay longer and enjoy your picnic under the flower-lit sky, which will make you feel breath-taking of its picturesque view.