Things to do in Kochi Page 1

• Age 5～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 09:45 / 10:45 / 13:30

[The latest popular activity] Experience floating on the clear waters of the Yoshino River with a packraft! \There's no other activity like this! /A light, maneuverable, air-filled boat that can fit in a backpack. It's easy to operate, so even beginners can stroll on the water with just a 10-minute lesson. Your guide will be a certified instructor from the Japan Recreational Canoe Association (JRCA). We will provide you with full support so that even beginners can enjoy it safely and securely! [Why is packrafting so popular?] - It's so light! Easy to operate! And safe! - Even beginners can stroll on the water in no time! - A relaxing 90 minutes on a gentle course - Enjoy the scenery, play in the river, and take a free stroll, so there are endless ways to enjoy it! [Mini touring overview] Course distance: Approximately 1.5 km (very gentle current) Time required: Approximately 2 hours (90 minutes on the water: lesson + touring) Families welcome! Two-seater boats are also available (check when making a reservation) \If you're worried about falling off, don't worry! / There are solid lessons available in advance! Since the instructor is always nearby, even beginners can make their debut on the water right away! [Recommended for the following people] ・Outdoor beginners! But want to play in the river! ・Not confident in your physical strength but want to enjoy nature! ・Want to enjoy casually with family or a couple! ・Want a relaxing and relaxing trip, not a serious river rafting! [Schedule for the day] 9:45 / 10:45 / 13:30 Meeting ↓ Reception, insurance, change of clothes ↓ Safety explanation, paddle lesson ↓ Start packraft touring! ↓ Disbanding (scheduled for 11:45 / 12:45 / 15:30) *May vary depending on weather and water level. [Information and precautions] *Do not go down the rapids (places with waves). *If you want to enjoy the river more, we recommend the "1-day course"! *If you weigh over 80kg, please contact us in advance. *You can participate if you are 120cm or taller (regardless of age). [Fun after the tour♪] You can view photos taken during the tour in a slideshow! If you like it, you can purchase it for download on the spot! (QR code guide available) [Staff comment] "Floating on the river feels great! But I don't want to fall off..." Packrafting is the perfect activity for you. With outstanding stability and detailed instructions, we will deliver a worry-free and enjoyable water experience!

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• Age 5～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 09:45 / 10:45 / 13:30

＼Perfect for your outdoor debut! ／This is your first time playing in the river! The "sensation of gliding along on the river" that only SUP can provide is a special experience. "I'm a little nervous because this is my first time outdoors..." "I can't swim, but I want to try the popular SUP!" This is a gentle river activity for beginners that is perfect for such people. A healing time moving at your own pace in the gentle current, surrounded by the crystal clear river, clear air, and chirping birds. You can experience the fun of the outdoors without any stress♪ [Why is River SUP so popular?] ・It's extremely stable, so anyone can stand and paddle! ・Use your core to easily exercise and relax your whole body ・A relaxing 90-minute cruise on the green Yoshino River ・Stand, sit, lie down... There are many ways to enjoy it! [Mini touring overview] Course distance: Approximately 1.5 km (the current is very gentle) Time required: Approximately 2 hours (90 minutes on the water: lesson + touring) OK for ages 5 and up! There are also two-seater boats (please check when making a reservation). If you are worried about falling off, don't worry! There are thorough lessons beforehand! A JRCA certified instructor is always nearby, so even first-timers can make their debut on the water right away! [With support for your peace of mind!] It's okay if it's your first time. We will give you a thorough lecture before the start. - How to get on and off - Correct use and posture of the paddle - How to spend time safely on the river - Equipment that is safe even for those who can't swim You can feel free to ask about anything you don't understand on the spot, so you can participate with peace of mind. [Recommended for the following people] - Those who are new to outdoor activities and river play - Those who want to play in nature even if they are not good at swimming - Those who want to enjoy it casually with their family or a couple! - Those who want a relaxing and relaxing trip, not a serious river boat trip! [Schedule] Meet at 09:45 / 10:45 / 13:30 ↓ Check-in, change clothes, safety briefing ↓ Start mini touring (about 1.5km) ↓ Free walk and river play when you get used to it ↓ End, change clothes, disband (~11:45 / ~12:45 / ~15:30) * May vary depending on weather, water level, and participants' physical strength. [Information and precautions] * We do not go down the rapids (places with waves). * If you want to enjoy the river more, we recommend the "1-day course"! * Please let us know if you weigh over 80kg. [Fun after the tour ♪] You can view photos taken during the tour in a slideshow! If you like it, you can purchase it for download on the spot! (QR code guide available) [Comment from staff] Even if it's your first time outdoors, you can have so much fun! We have received many such comments. The sense of accomplishment of moving forward on the river by your own power and the comfort of being surrounded by nature. This is a safe and satisfying plan that supports your first steps in the outdoors ♪

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• Age 4～Age 80
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

Why not experience the charm of SUP on the largest sandbar in the Shimanto River, where you can float on the river and paddle while operating it yourself at a point with little current in the Shimanto River? ◎ There are infinite ways to play. You can go to the diving spot and enjoy diving, stand in the river, or if the water level is normal, you can ride a little current. If you have a SUP, you can enjoy playing in the river in Shimanto. Morning session 9:00-11:30 Afternoon session 13:00-15:30 ◎ About the safety of the tour In addition to learning the water rescue qualification Rescue 3 and lifesaving first aid qualification, you will be accompanied by a guide who has experience in boat operation, first aid, practical application in running water, and tour results. ◎ New facilities have been installed to make it even more comfortable March 2024 NATURAL GROOVE is located on the grounds of Mishima Campsite and is affiliated with the campsite. Customers who participate in the tour can use the shower room and toilet at the campsite. The campsite is scheduled to reopen in spring 2024 with new facilities and an even more comfortable stay.

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• Age 2～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:20 / 09:40 / 11:20 / 11:40 / 13:20 / 13:40 / 15:20

You can enjoy crystal kayaking at the highest reaches of the Niyodo River, where water flows from the Yasui Valley, where the Niyodo Blue is the most beautiful. Become one with the water with a transparent crystal kayak! Walk on the water with your guide through the vast Niyodo Blue with "miraculous clarity" ♪ We will give you data of photos taken during the experience! ~Procedure of the experience~ (If meeting at 13:00) 13:00 Reception and payment at the center Please come at the reservation time to register and pay. 13:10 Please prepare to change your clothes and wear a life jacket, and we will put on the life jacket. 13:20 After receiving a lecture on land, we headed out onto the water to enjoy the extremely clear Niyodo Blue! The guide will take you to a spot where you can see fish and take pictures of you during the experience! 14:30 Watching drone footage and changing clothes When you return from the river, a video of your experience will be shown at the center. Drone footage and photos taken by the guide will be given away as gifts. 15:00 Thank you very much! It's disbanded. As soon as everyone has changed their clothes and prepared for the return trip, everyone will be dismissed.

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• For Groups

• Age 12～Age 80
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 11:00 / 13:30

*Summer and autumn discounts are available from 7/16 to 9/26 for even better deals♪The rainy season and typhoon season will make the water level rise and become even more aggressive! In autumn and winter, the water becomes extremely clear, and instead of Niyodo blue, it will be the season of Yoshinogawa green♪Your photos will shine more than usual. Change your mood with a tropical resort and overseas atmosphere♪Even if it's cold, you can rest assured because there are hot showers. Our customers are very happy with it. *From autumn, we recommend drinking hot drinks in the river! If you would like, please let us know. It's okay without one. We will go down the upper course of Oboke on the Yoshinogawa River, the number one river in Japan. The number one rapid in Japan! Speaking of the Yoshinogawa River that flows through Tokushima and Kochi prefectures! ! It is an outdoor course filled with the fun of nature, which is a little different from the calm rivers. The tour is about 3 hours long, and one of the attractions is that you can choose your favorite course♪ Many people who are new to rafting and those who have always wanted to try it have come. Rafting is a water sport where everyone gets on the same boat and works together to overcome rapids. It is said to have originated in the United States, and is now a popular activity that is known overseas, including in Nepal and New Zealand. Even if you are worried about sharing the boat with other people, you will often see people quickly becoming friends with each other as they cooperate with each other in some way or another.

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• Age 4～Age 75
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

Enjoy a half-day river rafting trip on the Shimanto River! Morning session: 9:00-12:30 Afternoon session: 13:00-16:30 This is a 6km rafting course dotted with rapids and gentle currents created by the topography of the Shimanto River. The upstream is relatively rapid, the midstream meanders greatly, and the downstream flows slowly. The area around Natural Groove, located in the midstream, has few man-made structures and is filled with nature. In addition to experiencing the typical rafting experience of going down the rapids on a rafting boat and diving into rocky areas, you can also enjoy river SUP on the gentle current. Come and experience the unique Shimanto River where you can enjoy both rafting and SUP!

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• Age 12～Age 80
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 11:00 / 13:30

* You are very lucky to find this page. I support the secretary! If you make a reservation from this page for 6 people, 1 person will get free [cash back locally]! In autumn and winter, the transparency of the water increases to the maximum, and it is the season of Yoshinogawa green, not Niyodo blue ♪ The photo shines more than usual. You can rest assured that there is a hot shower even if it is cold. Customers are pleased. Take the upstream course of Oboke on the Yoshino River, which is the best in Japan. The best torrent in Japan! Speaking of which, the Yoshino River that flows through Tokushima and Kochi prefectures! !! An outdoor course filled with the fun of nature, which is a bit different from a calm river. One of the attractions of the tour is that you can choose your favorite course in about 3 hours ♪ Many people who are new to rafting and who have wanted to try it once have come. Rafting is a water sport where you can get on one boat and breathe together to break through torrents. It is said that it originated in the United States, and now it is a popular activity that no one knows overseas such as New Zealand in Nepal. Even if you are worried about getting along with other people, you can often see them talking to each other in a blink of an eye because they cooperate with each other for some reason.

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• Age 5～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 09:30 / 13:30

For those who want to experience a little bit of outdoor activities! / Walk leisurely through a quiet mountain stream and splash around in the water♪ This is a beginner-friendly shower climbing experience that will take you to a hidden valley in a tributary of the Yoshino River in Kochi! The stage is a beautiful valley made of water, mountains, and giant rocks. The water is extremely clear, and the world is like a natural aquarium. Spend a relaxing time surrounded by the murmuring of the river, the singing of birds, and the fresh air. Unlike full-scale mountain climbing using harnesses and ropes, this course focuses on "playing with nature" by walking across, letting yourself go with the flow, and swimming in the waterfall basin. It is a slightly exciting experience that also has athletic elements such as climbing on and under giant rocks♪ This is a casual and short activity that is perfect for those who want to "get in touch with nature a little" or "relieve themselves in a cool place" while sightseeing in Kochi. [Recommended for] ・ Those who want to escape the heat and be soothed in the cool valley ・ Those who want to enjoy nature at a leisurely pace without doing anything difficult ・ Those who want to add a "little experience" to their trip to Kochi ・ Outdoor beginners who want to play safely with their children [Recommended points] ・ A stroll through a quiet valley full of nature ・ The required time is about 2 hours, so it can be easily combined with sightseeing ・ Easy access to the valley!・Floating in the waterfall basin is refreshing♪・It's also fun to look for aquatic creatures such as mountain stream fish【Participation requirements】・Healthy people who have no problem walking・Height 115cm or more・Preschool children are welcome (small children will be guided to a slightly easier course)・It may get colder after September 20th depending on the weather【Tour flow (AM/PM)】9:30/13:30 Meet at base, check in, take out insurance, change clothes↓ Departure & safety briefing↓ Walk in the valley & water play experience (attractions at waterfalls, pools, and huge rocks)↓ Return to base↓ Change clothes, leave at your leisure (until 12:00/16:00)※The distance traveled will be adjusted depending on physical strength and number of participants※In the event of sudden flooding or rain, it may be changed to rafting for safety reasons【Comments from staff】This is an introductory course that is perfect for those who are new to outdoor activities but want to have fun! Please rest assured that the itinerary will be adjusted according to physical strength and age. Access to the waterfall is easy and there is a guide. We aim to provide a tour that you will feel was "fun" rather than "tiring"!

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• Age 2～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:20 / 09:40 / 11:20 / 11:40 / 13:20 / 13:40 / 15:20

You can enjoy SUP at the top of the Niyodo River, where the water flows in from Yasui Valley, where the Niyodo blue is the most beautiful. Take a walk on the water with your guide through the vast Niyodo blue of "miraculous transparency"♪ We will give you a gift of the data taken during the experience! ~Experience flow~ [Example of a course that meets at 13:00] *The time required from meeting to disbanding is 2 hours 13:00 Reception and payment at the center Please come at the reserved time and check in and pay. 13:10 Change of clothes and wear a life jacket Please prepare and put on your life jacket. 13:20 After receiving a lecture on land, go to the water The Niyodo blue with outstanding transparency! We will guide you to a spot where you can see fish, and the guide will take a picture of you during the experience! 14:30 Watch the drone footage and change clothes When you return from the river, the center will immediately show you the video of your experience. You will receive the drone footage and the photos taken by the guide. 15:00 Thank you! We will disband. Once you have changed clothes and prepared for your return, you will be dismissed. *If you plan to rent a wetsuit, please arrive 10 to 15 minutes before the meeting time.

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• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 13～Age 60
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 11:30 / 14:30

The Kashiwajima area is said to be home to one-third of the fish found in Japan. Facing the Bungo Channel, where a branch of the Kuroshio Current flows, this is an area where over 1,000 species of temperate and subtropical creatures can be seen. It is a popular spot for divers who are fascinated by the abundance of life. Trial diving is for those who are new to scuba diving and is held at a safe spot. With the utmost care and consideration for safety, an instructor or guide will guide and instruct you almost one-on-one. *You are prohibited from flying for at least 18 hours after trial diving!

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• Summer Campaign Sale 2025

• Age 6～Age 75
• Within 1 hour /1～2 hours

This is a rental sauna made from Shimanto Hinoki cypress. Maximum capacity is 5 people. 4,980 yen per hour, if you want to stay for 2 hours, please purchase 2 slots. We will transport the sauna in a light truck to the site, so you can enjoy the majestic Shimanto River as a cold bath! There will be a loyly with a wood stove! It will be held even in light rain. We will explain how to use it here, so please enjoy the sauna! [Features] By using a wood stove as a heat source and Shimanto Hinoki offcuts as firewood, the sauna room is filled with the scent of Hinoki cypress. In addition, by using offcuts from woodworking, etc., waste is reduced and this is also connected to efforts toward the SDGs. [Latest information] K-truck sauna shimanto https://maps.app.goo.gl/xTDwLd4odRAEyBnN6 *Please note that the business location is basically Sanri Chinkabashi at the address below https://maps.app.goo.gl/28XRSEdyyWQJbVQt5

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• For Groups

• Age 5～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 09:45 / 10:45 / 13:30

＼Try the popular classic sport! ／"I only know the name kayaking, but I wonder what it is" "I want to try it, but I'm a little nervous..." This is a gentle activity that is perfect for those who want to experience a little bit of authenticity. Get in a kayak and feel like you are one with the river at a level close to the water surface. Take a mini tour of the crystal clear Yoshino River in a full-fledged river kayak. Enjoy a relaxing and healing time surrounded by the murmuring of the river and the sounds of nature. [Why do we recommend kayaking?] ・I'm a beginner in the outdoors, but I want to try a little adventure ・Classic activities are popular because they are fun ・It's twice as fun when you can control it yourself! [Mini touring overview] Course distance: Approximately 1.5 km (the current is very gentle) Time required: Approximately 2 hours (90 minutes on the water: lesson + touring) Two-seater inflatable kayaks are also available (check when making a reservation) ＼Don't worry if you think it's a little difficult! ／There will be a proper lesson before the start! JRCA certified instructors will give you a thorough lecture and are always nearby, so even beginners can take on the challenge with peace of mind. [With support!] ・How to get on and off a kayak ・Basic paddling and posture ・How to respond when capsizing and how to stay safe ・We have equipment that is safe for those who can't swim If you have any questions, you can ask the instructor right away, so there's no need to worry! [Recommended for] ・I'm a beginner in the outdoors, but I want to have a more serious experience ・I want to move slowly while talking ・I want to enjoy the feeling of controlling it more than SUP ・I want to experience something out of the ordinary, such as meeting clear streams, wild birds and fish [Schedule for the day] Meet at 09:45 / 10:45 / 13:30 ↓ Check-in / Change of clothes / Safety explanation / Paddling practice ↓ Start of mini touring (about 1.5km) ↓ Once you get used to it, you can take a free walk or play in the river ↓ End / Change of clothes / Disbandment of the flow (until 11:45 / until 12:45 / until 15:30) *Times may vary depending on the weather, water level, and the physical strength of the participants. [Information and Precautions] ・Do not go down "rapids" with waves. ・Please let us know if you weigh over 80kg. ・If you are riding alone, you must be over 140cm tall (any age). [Fun after the tour♪] You can view the photos taken during the tour in a slideshow after the tour! You can also purchase your favorite photos by downloading them on the spot using the QR code. [Comments from staff] It's a little more difficult than packrafts or SUPs. But that makes up for the great sense of accomplishment when you finish! Kayaking is an adventure in itself, as you face nature and move forward while controlling it yourself. Even if it's your first time, you'll be able to paddle properly. Please give it a try♪

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• Age 7～Age 80
• 2～3 hours /3～4 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00

Starting in 2023♪ This is a private sauna tent rental plan for one group only in the morning/pm. (※SAVOTTA Finnish sauna tent used) We will prepare and clean up here. The rental fee for the entire equipment is 5,980 yen + the number of people participating.

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• Age 12～Age 80
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 15:30

Afternoon rafting is popular, but morning and evening are also recommended times for rafting. In the morning, you can enjoy rafting and sightseeing on the refreshing Yoshino River. In the evening, the inn is close, and I want to play in the empty river. Highly recommended for those who want to avoid crowds. Go down the Oboke upstream course on the Yoshino River, which is the best in Japan. The best torrent in Japan! Speaking of which, the Yoshino River that flows through Tokushima and Kochi Prefectures! ! An outdoor course filled with the fun of nature, which is a little different from the calm river. The tour takes about 3 hours, and one of the attractions is that you can choose your favorite course ♪ There are many people who are new to rafting and those who have wanted to try it once before. Rafting is a water sport in which everyone rides in one boat and cooperates to break through torrents. It is said to have originated in the United States, and now it is a popular activity that everyone knows about in places such as Nepal and New Zealand. I often see people who are worried about carpooling with other people, but because they cooperate with each other, they open up in no time.

• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 80
• 3～4 hours
• 11:00

Our cheerful and qualified guides and photographers will make the event even more exciting! Let's make memories that can only be had now ♪ Along the way, a professional photographer will take pictures of the children's smiling faces! Let's make the best memories you can have with your family! A popular family course where you can have fun with kids, grandparents, friends, and family. Outdoor activities filled with exciting natural fun are attractive to children. Refresh yourself with a tropical resort and overseas feel! We will be rafting on the calm upstream side of the Yoshino River, which flows through Tokushima and Kochi prefectures. There is also a small rapid on the family course, where you can swim, play, and an instructor will guide you at any time. The expressions of children who usually don't come into contact with nature may come alive. ! I see many children who are afraid of water wearing goggles, gradually becoming accustomed to water, and eventually enjoying themselves. The tour lasts approximately 3 hours and is suitable for people who are new to rafting and adults. A photographer will take the perfect photo of your family's memories, so you can go empty-handed♪

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• Age 12～Age 80
• 3～4 hours /Over 6 hours on the day
• 10:00

We will go down the downstream course of Koboke on the Yoshino River, the largest in Japan. Speaking of the Yoshino River, which flows through Tokushima and Kochi Prefectures, it is the most rapid in Japan! This is a one-day course where you can enjoy Koboke, which is said to be particularly violent even in the Yoshino River, with a professional. If you want to tackle more rapids! This is perfect for active people♪ For lunch, you will be served a voluminous stamina bento from a popular local restaurant. This outdoor course is a little different from calm rivers, and is full of the fun of nature. The tour is about 6 hours long, so you can enjoy the experience to the fullest. There are many repeat visitors who are used to rafting, but even those who are new to rafting can try it. This is a course filled with the greatness and beauty of nature. Rafting is also a water sport where you get on a boat and work together to overcome rapids and other things. It is said to have originated in the United States, and is now a popular activity that is known to everyone overseas, including in Nepal and New Zealand. Even if you are worried about sharing a boat with other people, you will often see them cooperate with each other in some way and before you know it, they will have become friends with each other. Refresh yourself with a tropical resort and overseas feel!

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• Age 15～Age 65
• Over 6 hours on the day

Why not get your scuba certification in the rich, natural sea of Kashiwajima? Once you get it, you can dive in the oceans of Japan and the world. This course is aimed at beginners, so you will start from the very basics. It is aimed at healthy people aged 15 and over who can swim a little. The course is basically 3 days (PADI: advance preparation required), but it can also be shortened to 2 days (NAUI: no preparation required). 70% of the earth is ocean. Get your diving license and head out to the oceans of the world! *We accept applications for weekday courses at any time!

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• Age 15～Age 65
• 2～3 hours /3～4 hours

This course is for those who have a diving license card! The sea of Kashiwajima, where over 1,000 species of temperate and subtropical creatures can be seen, is a popular diving spot. All fun diving is done on a dedicated boat, and even the furthest points are about 10 minutes away. Briefings are generally held from 8:30 in the morning, with two dives in the morning and one dive after lunch. *Please come to the store at 7:30 before the briefing begins to prepare.

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• Age 3～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 10:30 / 13:30 / 15:30

[What kind of image do you have of the Shimanto River?] "Majestic scenery, gentle flow, great nature, sunken bridges, 360° mountains" This is a SUP experience at a place that brings together all the great things about the Shimanto River. [WithRIVER's appealing points!] ・The perfect Shimanto River location! It's exactly what you imagine. ・Highly recommended for your first SUP! ・It's gentle and there are no fast currents, and even though it's a river, it's more like a lake. ・Even if it's your first time, you can rest assured because there will be a guide!! ・Your memories will be taken by the guide with a special camera! ・Make your SUP debut with your dog! Dog life jackets (+1000 yen) and photo data will be given to you for free! ・You can also try a sunken bridge dive! [On the day] ① Meet at withRIVER [20 minutes] before the experience time. ② After checking in and changing clothes, receive your life jacket! ③ Move to the experience location. The sunken bridge is a 5-minute walk away! ④ After the lesson, let's play in the Shimanto River! (The lesson time is included in the experience time) ⑤ If you wish, you can try jumping from a submerged bridge! ⑥ After the experience, change clothes and disband (※ It will take about 1.5 hours in total, including reception and changing clothes.) [About safety] The representative is a local guide who has been guiding on the Shimanto River for over 10 years and has a JRCA River Senior license. We provide an experience that puts your safety first, and based on our own safety standards, we will never force a tour when the field conditions are bad. All customers must wear a life jacket. The guide in charge also wears the same safety equipment before the tour, and we are thorough in ensuring safety. In addition, all staff at withRIVER aim to provide an experience that is worth more than the price! [Children aged 3 to 2nd grade of elementary school] Children aged 3 to 2nd grade of elementary school can participate by riding on an adult SUP together. When selecting the price, please choose "Parent and child 2-seater SUP" or "2 people".

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