The Niyodo River, which flows through the center of Kochi Prefecture, has been repeatedly selected by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism as the river with the best water quality.
The local people began calling the wonderfully beautiful color of the water “Niyodo Blue,” and the term has come to be recognized by many people. The typical Niyodo Blue spot is located deep in the mountains, but its popularity is increasing year by year.

Nikobuchi, which changes its expression depending on the amount and angle of light, is a waterfall basin with a legend of a giant snake that has been carefully protected by the local people. It is so beautiful that one forgets about time and gazes at it in silence.

To get to Nikobuchi, it is recommended to use a private car, a rental car, or a taxi.

By taxi, it takes about 70 minutes from Kochi City and 50 minutes from Ino Station. Since driving by meter is expensive, it is recommended to use “sightseeing taxi- tours,” which offer a fixed time charter rate. If you wish to use this service, a reservation application is required at least 5 days prior to the date of use.

Google Maps ⇒ “Nikobuchi”
Car Navigation ⇒ “Green Park Hodono” (Phone number: 088-867-3705) *Located approximately 3 km before the above facilities.

There are 5 parking lots near Nikobuchi. There are signs at the site. There is no charge. Please refrain from parking on the street, as it is very dangerous.

Please refrain from parking on the street as it causes inconvenience to local residents.

The new boardwalk was completed in late February 2025. The slope is gentle and the steps are low.

◎Nikobuchi is a sacred place for local residents. Entering the water, eating, drinking, and using the restroom are strictly prohibited.
◎The rocky terrain is very slippery, so please wear comfortable, non-slip shoes.
◎Please be sure to take your trash with you.
◎Please share the space when the area is crowded.
◎We are not responsible for any accidents on the surrounding roads, theft in the parking lot, or any other problems.

Here, we will introduce two roadside stations around Niko Buchi deep water.

The first one is Roadside Station Musasabi no Sato, which offers popular local fresh vegetables.
It contains Restaurant Hachikinya, which serves tasty local dishes, and Mori no-Chiisana Okashiyasan, which offers desserts. It is situated in a good location about 15 minutes’ drive south from Niko Buchi deep water.
https://niyodoblue.jp/en/sight/detail.php?id=SP143&lang=en

The second one is Roadside Station Konoka, which is about 30 minutes’ drive north from Niko Buchi deep water.
The natural landscape of the beautiful Yoshino River and majestic mountains opens out in front of you.
The restaurant serves popular pheasant ramen noodles at the restaurant where you can eat while viewing the river.
https://niyodoblue.jp/en/sight/detail.php?id=SP072&lang=en

Finally, we will introduce Tosawashi Kogeimura Qraud located beside the Niyodo River, where there is a comfortable restroom and a large parking lot, and where you can buy local products.

The facility also offers the following various experiences:
◎Activities: canoeing, rafting, and stand-up paddle boarding
◎Tosa washi papermaking by hand: Papermaking, paper fan making, and orizome and shiborizome paper dyeing
◎Handloom weaving

It is also a comfortable hotel equipped with a restaurant and large public bath.
We recommend staying for two or more nights and experiencing the natural and cultural environment of the Niyodo River to the fullest.
http://www.qraud-kochi.jp/