The price includes the experience fee, insurance, wetsuit, warm jacket, waterproof camera rental, sales tax, photos taken during the tour, snacks, and drinks.

Cancellations 15 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free；For cancellations made 7 to 14 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 20% will apply；For cancellations made 3 to 6 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 30% will apply；For cancellations made 2 to 2 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 40% will apply；For cancellations made 1 to 1 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 50% will apply；For cancellations made 0 to 0 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 90% will apply；Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once your refund request is confirmed, KKday will initiate the refund to your original payment method within 15 days. The actual refund timing depends on your card-issuing bank’s policy.

Ages of participation: 4 to 75 years old；Clothing and belongings: Swimsuit, towel, water shoes (if you have them) *You can participate even if you come empty-handed.；Rental items: Wetsuit (free), water shoes (300 yen per pair/charge), mobile phone case (200 yen/charge), rental towel (100 yen/charge)；Duration Comment: The end time will vary depending on water levels and weather conditions. Please let us know if you have a fixed end time due to air travel or other transportation. Tour duration: Approximately 3 hours 30 minutes；Minimum number of participants: 2

【Kochi/Shimanto River】 Half-Day Rafting Tour: Enjoy the river descent! Experience both rapid courses and SUP

Japan-Kochi , Shimanto

4.9Excellent

Booking confirmed 1 day(s) after ordering

Duration:4 hour(s)

Language(s): English / Japanese / Korean / Thai / Mandarin

Free cancellation 15 day(s) prior to experience date

You can also do SUP during the rafting tour!!
Enjoy bonfires and nature play, plus newly built clean toilets and shower rooms!!!
Cafe time with Kochi specialty 'Imo Kenpi' (sweet potato fries) and coffee during the riverbank break

[5% App discount] Code: APP5OFF , HK: APP15HK

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Enjoy a half-day Shimanto River descent!! Morning session: 9:00 - 12:30 Afternoon session: 13:00 - 16:30 This is a 6-kilometer rafting course featuring a mix of rapids and gentle flows created by the terrain of the Shimanto River. The upper reaches are relatively rapid, the middle reaches wind significantly, and the lower reaches flow gently. The area around Natural Groove, located in the middle reaches, has few artificial structures and is surrounded by vast nature. We offer a true rafting experience, including going down rapids in a raft and jumping off rocks, as well as the opportunity to fully enjoy river SUP in the gentle currents. Experience the unique Shimanto River where you can enjoy both rafting and SUP!
You can also do SUP during the rafting tour!!
You can enjoy rafting in the rapids and try your hand at SUP in the gentle sections!! This is the only place where you can enjoy both rafting and river SUP on the Shimanto River!
Enjoy bonfires and nature play, plus newly built clean toilets and shower rooms!!!
Natural Groove is located within the Mishima Campsite and works in partnership with the campsite. Tour participants can use the campsite's shower rooms and toilets. Mishima Campsite reopened in the spring of 2024, keeping its natural charm while becoming cleaner and more comfortable. Why not stay a while and relax before or after your tour?
Cafe time with Kochi specialty 'Imo Kenpi' (sweet potato fries) and coffee during the riverbank break
We provide 'Shio Kenpi' (salty sweet potato fries), a famous confectionery of Shimanto-cho. For drinks, you can choose from coffee, black tea, herbal tea, green tea, and more. A fun tea time to choose from!!

The most exciting rapids course on the Shimanto River

Memories of Shimanto

Fun for three generations of the family

Enjoying Nature

Relax in nature before and after the tour

SUP (Stand Up Paddleboarding)

Shower room (hot water available)

Abundant wildlife

Big Jump!

In partnership with Mishima Campsite

What You Can Expect

Duration: 4 hour(s)

1 Day

09:00
Meeting point. This is the largest sandbar in the Shimanto River!! Natural Groove is located on this island.
09:35
To the starting point! After checking in and changing, let's head to the riverbank!! (7-minute walk or 1-minute shuttle ride) The starting point is at the sunken bridge.
09:35
For a safe descent. Our river guides will explain how to play safely in the river.
09:45
Off we go. If you are lucky, you might see the train that runs a few times a day?? We will go down about 6 kilometers from here.
09:50
Straight to the rapids. We have arrived at the Mishima rapids~
10:15
We have arrived at the jumping point. From low spots to high spots, challenge yourself at your own height!
10:15
A big jump. You might be surprised at how high it actually is!
10:45
While navigating the rapid points~. The rafting course is characterized by its large meanders. Born from such river terrain, rapids and gentle sections appear one after another.
11:15
Floating on the SUP. Whether you are riding it or jumping off, the ways to play are endless!!
11:30
Salty Kenpi with just the right amount of salt. Haven't tried it yet? Salty Kenpi is delicious!! Take a break with some coffee or tea.
11:35
The leisurely flowing Shimanto time. Play or just relax. May your time spent in Shimanto be a truly special one.
11:40
Finding creatures. The Shimanto River is still rich in nature. Is that a fish? Are there crabs too? Sweetfish are jumping, and carp are swimming.
11:50
Now, let's set off again toward the goal. But before that~ Let's enjoy plenty more of the Shimanto water!!
12:00
Down the last rapid~. Almost there!!
12:05
Challenge the small rapids on the SUP. Fun until the very end!!
12:10
Now, heading toward the goal. In a straight line~
12:20
GOAL!! Great work today!
12:25
Is the return trip 5 minutes by car? Even though we went 6 kilometers down the river. I wonder why~ We get back in the blink of an eye.
12:30
Hot water showers are also available. 3 minutes (100 yen)
12:30
Great job today!! Please receive your photo data (free of charge). Thank you for a fun time!!!

Purchase Notice

Questions regarding reservations:

Question 1: If you are attending with a child, please let us know your child's age.
Question 2: Please contact us if you require transportation. We offer free pick-up and drop-off service to the nearest station (Tosa-Showa Station).
Question 3: Are you coming from Shimanto City, Sukumo, or the Ashizuri Cape area?

Regarding the cancellation of the event:

The tour will be canceled in case of flooding or severe weather. (No cancellation fee will be charged if the tour is canceled due to weather.)

Important notes regarding course participation:

If you wear hard contact lenses, please bring glasses or soft contact lenses.

Other special notes:

If you are coming from Shimanto City (Nakamura), Ashizuri Cape, or Kashiwajima, please note the following! Please take National Route 441. Setting Nishitosa (Roadside Station) as a waypoint will make it easier. Do not use National Route 439 as it is a very difficult route with narrow roads.

Includes/Excludes

The price includes the experience fee, insurance, wetsuit, warm jacket, waterproof camera rental, sales tax, photos taken during the tour, snacks, and drinks.

Reminders

Ages of participation: 4 to 75 years old
Clothing and belongings: Swimsuit, towel, water shoes (if you have them) *You can participate even if you come empty-handed.
Rental items: Wetsuit (free), water shoes (300 yen per pair/charge), mobile phone case (200 yen/charge), rental towel (100 yen/charge)
Duration Comment: The end time will vary depending on water levels and weather conditions. Please let us know if you have a fixed end time due to air travel or other transportation. Tour duration: Approximately 3 hours 30 minutes
Minimum number of participants: 2

Meeting Point

Location Name: Inside Mishima Campsite, 144-1 Shimanto-cho, Takaoka-gun, Kochi Prefecture

Address: Inside Mishima Campsite, 144-1 Shimanto-cho, Takaoka-gun, Kochi Prefecture

How to Get There

・Meeting time: Please arrive 10 minutes before your reserved time. ・Meeting point: NATURALGROOVR We provide free shuttle service to the nearest station (Tosa-Showa Station). Shuttle service to your accommodation may be available. (Additional transport fee applies) Please feel free to inquire. ※For those coming from Shimanto City, Ashizuri, or Sukumo: Navigation systems often guide you via National Route 439. Please note that this road is very narrow and difficult to navigate. Please be careful not to take this route. Please use National Route 441.

Experience Location

Location Name: 144-1 Shimanto-cho, Takaoka-gun, Kochi Prefecture (within Mishima Campground)

Address: 144-1 Shimanto-cho, Takaoka-gun, Kochi Prefecture (within Mishima Campground)

How to Get There

* **By Car:** Approximately 40 minutes by car from the Shimanto Central Interchange. * **Parking:** 15 cars, medium-sized buses: permitted. * **By Train:** 30 minutes on foot from Tosa-Showa Station on the Yodo Line. * **Free shuttle service available.**

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations 15 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
For cancellations made 7 to 14 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 20% will apply
For cancellations made 3 to 6 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 30% will apply
For cancellations made 2 to 2 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 40% will apply
For cancellations made 1 to 1 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 50% will apply
For cancellations made 0 to 0 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 90% will apply

NOTE

Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once your refund request is confirmed, KKday will initiate the refund to your original payment method within 15 days. The actual refund timing depends on your card-issuing bank’s policy.

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