Have you heard of “Hachikin”? A Thursday Market Tour to Boost Your Spirits
Morning Tour of the Thursd
This guided tour takes you to a Thursday market that has been running for over 100 years. Set against the lively, community-oriented atmosphere of the market, you’ll enjoy warm interactions with the energetic shopkeepers—known as “Hachikin”—as they chat away in the local Tosa dialect.
In the Tosa dialect, “Hachikin” refers to a cheerful, hardworking woman. This tour takes place at the Thursday Market held in the city center, where the prefectural and city government offices are located, and explores the charms of Kochi while interacting with the energetic Hachikin shop owners. The market begins at sunrise, with stalls lining a 200-meter stretch of street. Here, you’ll find a variety of goods that offer a glimpse into local daily life, including seasonal vegetables and fruits, dried fish, regional sushi, and artisanal bread. Amid the lively atmosphere—filled with local shoppers—and the crisp morning air, you can enjoy conversations with the shop owners on this highly recommended tour that lets you experience the authentic “people and food” of Kochi.
| Have you heard of “Hachikin”? A Thursday Market Tour to Boost Your Spirits | |
|---|---|
| Period | All year※There are Excluded Date |
| Time | Every Thursday 7:15 AM～8:15 AM |
| Duration | 1 hour |
| Appropriate age | For all ages |
| Price | You will need to pay a tram fare of 460 yen (230 yen one way). |
| Capacity | Minimum 1 person, maximum 8 people |
| Meeting spot | 1st Floor, OMO Base, in front of the Neighborhood Map *Please be punctual. |
| Belongings | Please wear clothes and shoes that are easy to walk in. |
| Hosted in | Japanese |
| Reservation | By 10:00 PM the day before *If slots are available on the day of the event, you can enroll at the front desk before departure. |
| Notes | ※This activity is exclusively for hotel guests during their stay. ※You will need to purchase a tram ticket (460 yen). ※May be canceled due to inclement weather. Please check the details on your check-in day. ※Guided tours are only available in Japanese. If you need an English guidebook, please ask our staff. ※If you would like to bring a stroller, please ask a staff member. |