Nishitetsu Inn Kochi Harimayabashi

This was my second stay, following last year. I arrived by car, and the affiliated parking lot nearby was very convenient. Even though it was a busy time for check-in, there were plenty of counters and the process went smoothly. After checking in, I explored the nearby shopping arcade and Hirome Market on foot. There were also many restaurants close by, so dinner was great.The next morning, I enjoyed an approximately 10 km run while sightseeing around Kochi Station, Kochi Castle, and the shopping streets. The breakfast buffet was outstanding—an incredible variety and all delicious. Everything was excellent, from rice topped with bonito flakes or bonito broth to seared bonito (katsuo tataki), salads, simmered dishes, fried items, and stir-fries. I would definitely like to stay here again if I have the chance.

Stayed for 2 nights during a Shikoku driving trip. The Hotel is located at the Harimaya intersection, but since we didn’t check how to access the parking in advance, we ended up circling around towards the station once. (The navigation system we used is always unhelpful.) The parking staff were very polite and made us feel welcome. There are many restaurants nearby; on the first night, we had dinner at Hirome Market, and on the second night, at a yakitori restaurant. On Sunday morning, we enjoyed strolling through the morning market, which was delightful. For souvenirs, we bought sweets with packaging featuring illustrations by Takashi Yanase from a confectionery shop next to the Hotel. It was an excellent location as a base for our drive!