≪Nangoku IC & Kochi Ryoma Airport Area≫
Are you coming to Kochi by car?
For those who travel using the expressway or rent a car from the airport to enjoy sightseeing in Kochi, this is a must-see!
The area around Nangoku IC and Kochi Ryoma Airport in Nangoku City is full of attractions.
Trim Park by Kochi Ryoma Airport
On the south side of Kochi Ryoma Airport, there are several hidden spots where you can take close-up shots of planes taking off and landing.
At Trim Park, located just south of the spot shown in the photo, there are various playground equipment for small children to enjoy. Plus, airplanes fly directly overhead, making it an impressive experience!
↓ About 5 minutes by car
Tennensyokuichiba
Located about 5 minutes from the airport and about 20 minutes from Nangoku IC, Tennensyoku Ichiba is a stylish direct sales market that was renovated in August 2021!
They sell local vegetables, fruits, seafood, and miscellaneous goods, and there is also a dining space.
In the adjacent Sakurazutsumi Park, cherry blossoms can be enjoyed in spring.
There is also the Yoshikawa Observatory, where you can enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of Kochi Ryoma Airport, the Monobe River, and the Pacific Ocean.
↓ About 10 minutes by car
Maehama Hangars
Located in the fields near Kochi Ryoma Airport, the Maehama Hangars are remnants from World War II.
“Entai” (protective hangars) were built to protect fighter planes from enemy attacks, and there are seven of them scattered around this area. At the Maehama Community Center, you can find guideboards and a parking lot.
↓ About 10 minutes by car
Kaiyodo Space Factory
The world’s first! At the Kaiyodo Space Factory, you can tour a soft vinyl figure factory.
The facility is designed with a spaceship theme, making the entire building a sight to enjoy. On the 1st floor, you can closely observe the production process through cameras set at each workstation, fascinating both kids and adults.
Workshops are also held on the 2nd floor, making this a unique facility where you can watch, experience, and enjoy craftsmanship.
(Hours: 10:00–18:00, Closed: Tuesdays)
↓ About 6 minutes by car
Nagaoka Hot Spring
Nagaoka Hot Spring offers natural hot springs, a hot spring pool, training rooms, massage, dining, and a souvenir shop.
Just a 4-minute walk away, Henroishi Manju Yamazaki Shoten is a traditional Japanese confectionery shop established in 1892. Their large manju buns, filled generously with red bean paste, have a simple yet nostalgic taste.
↓ About 5 minutes by car
Cafe in Tosa Kokubunji Temple
Temples may feel a little intimidating, but within Tosa Kokubunji Temple, which is also the 29th temple of the Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage, there is a relaxing Temple Cafe.
Enjoy matcha tea while gazing at the well-maintained gardens. In spring and autumn, you can appreciate cherry blossoms and autumn leaves.
Because of its calm and quiet atmosphere, it is also popular with people who work remotely.
↓ About 5 minutes by car
Kubota Ice at Roadside Station “Furari”
About 5 minutes by car from Nangoku IC, Roadside Station Furari offers a wide variety of Kochi’s delicious specialties. There is a souvenir shop, a farmers’ market, and a restaurant, making it very lively on weekends.
Among the highlights is the local ice cream maker Kubota Ice♪ With a wide selection, you’ll find many unique Kochi flavors.
They also sell steamed pork buns and offer ice cream delivery. Definitely worth a try!
Shamo chicken dishes
In the Monobe area, which includes Nangoku, Kami, and Konan cities, you can enjoy a wide variety of local gourmet foods. Among them, Nangoku’s shamo chicken dishes are especially worth trying!
With its rich flavor and firm texture, shamo chicken can be enjoyed in hot pot dishes, or as oyakodon made with Tosa Jiro eggs.
This time, we enjoyed the meal at Restaurant Good Luck!
日本語訳
高知の穴場的観光スポット(物部川エリア)
≪南国IC、高知龍馬空港周辺≫
高知にはお車でいらっしゃいますか？
高速道路を利用して、もしくは空港からレンタカーで高知観光を楽しまれる方必見♪
南国ICと高知龍馬空港がある南国市周辺には様々な施設があります。
高知龍馬空港 トリム公園
高知龍馬空港の南側には離着陸する飛行機を間近で撮れるひそかな撮影スポットがいくつかあります。トリム公園では色々な遊具があり小さなお子様も楽しめます。また、飛行機が真上を飛んで行くので迫力満点！
天然色市場
空港から約5分、南国ICからは約20分の所に位置する天然色市場。2021年8月にリニューアルしたおしゃれな直販所です！地元の野菜、果物、海産物、雑貨などの販売や飲食スペースもあります。隣接する桜づつみ公園では春に桜が楽しめ、吉川展望台からは空港や物部川、太平洋を一望できます。
前浜掩体群
高知龍馬空港近くの田園にある前浜掩体群。「掩体」とは第二次世界大戦中に敵の攻撃から戦闘機を守るため作られた格納庫で、この周辺に7基点在しています。前浜公民館には案内看板と駐車場があります。
海洋堂 Space Factory
世界初！ソフビフィギュアの工場見学ができる海洋堂Space Factory。宇宙船をイメージした見学体験施設で、工場作業を手元カメラで見学できたり、2Fではワークショップも楽しめます。ものづくりを見て体験して楽しめる新感覚施設です。(営業時間:10:00-18:00 休:火曜日)
ながおか温泉
ながおか温泉では天然温泉、温泉水プール、トレーニングルーム、マッサージ、お食事、お土産コーナーなどが充実。また、徒歩4分の所にある「へんろいし饅頭 山崎商店」は明治25年創業の老舗饅頭屋。素朴で懐かしい味わいです。
土佐 国分寺 お寺カフェ
四国霊場八十八か所の第29番札所・土佐国分寺には「お寺カフェ」があります。庭園を眺めながら頂くお抹茶は格別。春は桜、秋は紅葉が楽しめ、リモートワークにも人気の落ち着いた空間です。
久保田アイス@道の駅 風良里
南国ICから車で約5分の道の駅 風良里。お土産や直売所、レストランがあり賑わっています。特に注目は地元メーカー「久保田アイス」。種類が豊富で高知ならではの味が揃います。発送や肉まん販売も行っています。
ぜひ味わってほしい軍鶏肉料理
南国市の軍鶏肉料理は必食！噛み応えのある深い味わいのシャモ肉を鍋や親子丼などで堪能できます。今回は「レストラングドラック」でいただきました。