Most visitors to Japan follow a well-worn path: Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, maybe a day trip to Nara. And for good reason — those cities are extraordinary. But across the Seto Inland Sea, on the southern coast of Shikoku island, sits a prefecture that barely registers on most travel itineraries: Kochi. That's exactly what makes it worth visiting. Kochi Prefecture occupies the entire Pacific-facing coast of Shikoku, Japan's smallest … [Read more...]
About Longquan Qiu
Longquan Qiu is a Japan-based travel writer who focuses on slow travel and lesser-known regions. After years of exploring Japan beyond the typical tourist trail, he writes practical guides that help independent travelers plan smoother trips and discover quieter corners of the country. When he’s not writing, he’s usually road-tripping along Shikoku’s coastline or searching for local comfort food.