Kochiyama Observatory
高知山展望台
A mountaintop observatory behind Kaniya that overlooks the Oshima Strait, Kaniya Port, and the intricate bay across to Kakeroma Island. The views are spectacular.
Kochiyama Observatory sits on a mountain about 400 m high, north of the Kaniya district in Setouchi Town. The view is nearly 360 degrees. Below lies the Kaniya town and harbor, the Oshima Strait winding like a river, and the jagged coastline and islands of Kakeroma Island spread out opposite. On clear days you can see Ukejima and Yoroshima. The mountain road is narrow, but you can drive to near the observatory. Admission is free. Mount Yui Observatory in the same area also overlooks the strait, so if time is short, choose one of the two.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Honohoshi Coast
- Kakeroma Island
- Mount Yuwan
- Kuroshio Forest Mangrove Park
- Materiya Falls
- Kinsakubaru Primeval Forest
- Miyakozaki Cape
- Ohama Seaside Park