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Hitsuzan Park

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Hitsuzan Park

A popular night view spot overlooking the sparkling cityscape of Kochi.

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Supervised by :  Kochi City

Set on Mt. Hitsuzan, Approx. 120 m above sea level, this park lies on the south side of downtown Kochi. At the summit, an Approx. 7 m-high observation deck offers panoramic views of Kochi City. From here, you can look down over the city center, the Kagami River flowing nearby, and even the high-rise buildings near Harimaya Bridge, making for an exhilarating view.

Also known as a night view spot, the park takes on a romantic atmosphere from sunset into the evening. For night views, the benches in the first parking lot are recommended. The illuminated Kochi Castle and the sparkling buildings of the city center create an outstanding atmosphere. Since the night view can also be enjoyed from inside a car, it is popular as a date spot.

The park is also famous for cherry blossoms, with Approx. 1,000 Somei Yoshino cherry trees planted in the park and on the mountainside. When they reach peak bloom in early April each year, the area becomes lively with many people enjoying hanami. On the mountainside also stands the grave site of the Yamauchi family, the lords of the Tosa Domain, designated a National Historic Site in 2016.

Highlights

  • A park spread across Mt. Hitsuzan, Approx. 120 m above sea level, on the south side of downtown Kochi.
  • Popular as a night view spot where you can see illuminated Kochi Castle and the sparkling buildings of the city center.
  • Also known as a cherry blossom spot, with Approx. 1,000 Somei Yoshino cherry trees blooming beautifully at their peak.

Photos

  • An observation spot with sweeping views of Kochi’s glittering nightscape

    An observation spot with sweeping views of Kochi’s glittering nightscape

  • Open, expansive scenery during the day as well

    Open, expansive scenery during the day as well

  • An Approx. 7 m observation deck is also available

    An Approx. 7 m observation deck is also available

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

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Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?
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No.

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Are there coin lockers?
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No.

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Are there restrooms?
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Yes. (2 locations: second parking lot and near the summit)

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Is there a smoking area?
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No.

Reviews

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  • 黃國棟
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    This time we visited Hitsuzan Park. We already knew it was a popular spot for enjoying the night view of Kochi, but we came during the day. We didn’t expect the weather to be so nice, and the scenery made us want to stay a little longer.

    Looking down from above, we could see the entire city of Kochi, with the Kagami River flowing slowly alongside it and a continuous stretch of mountains in the distance. With the clear blue sky, the view felt incredibly expansive, and it was especially beautiful in photos.

    There was plenty of sunshine that day, and the air felt very pleasant. It was quite relaxing to stand here and quietly take in the city scenery. Although we didn’t get to see the city lit up at night, daytime Kochi had a different kind of fresh, natural beauty.

Details

Name in Japanese
筆山公園
Postal Code
780-8013
Address
Hitsuzan-cho, Kochi City, Kochi Prefecture
Phone
088-823-9469 (Kochi City Hall Greenery Division)
Closed on
Open year-round
Hours
Open for strolling anytime
Admission
Free
Access
Approx. 10 minutes by taxi from JR Kochi Station
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