Beautiful cape along the road. Nice short walk, picnic tables to enjoy a lunch or simply sit on the rocky beach and enjoy the sound of the waves and the view.

Beautiful cape with a convenient walking trail along the coast. Most of the paths are paved.

A scenic spot in Shikoku. Plenty of free parking next to tourist information office. You can take a walking trail along the coast, or climb up the view point behind the statue to take in the panoramic view. Some Japanese ryokans along the cape.

We have enjoyed it but found it difficult to locate even a restaurant near there.

This is a beautiful gravel beach formed of weird shaped rocks. l never get tired of looking at that. When I visited this place, there was no one but me. It was relaxing. But, I found the large skeleton of a whale carcass on the beach. I got disgusted.

Stunning coastline. Easy-to-walk paved walkways along the boulders and rock formations along the coast.

I love the place,like a maze people can have there own space even it's crowded.

(Translated by Google) It was a magnificent tree full of vitality. I received power! I have to see it when I come to Cape Muroto. (Original) 生命力の溢れる立派な樹木でした。 パワーいただきました！ 室戸岬に来たら見ないと。

(Translated by Google) As you drive along the coastline, a tropical jungle suddenly appears. A community of subtropical plants called Ako has been designated as a natural monument. You can park your car in the parking lot and walk to this place in about 1 minute. It's like a monster suddenly appears without any mental preparation. (Original) 海岸線を走っていると、いきなり現れる南国的なジャングル。アコウという亜熱帯性植物の群落が天然記念物に指定されている。 駐車場に車をとめて、徒歩1分ほどでこの場所にいける。 心の準備なしでいきなりモンスターが出てくる感じというか。

(Translated by Google) The Ako trees in Matsuo, Tosashimizu City are famous, but the Ako trees here in Muroto City are also amazing 😯🌳 The power of nature is overwhelming ✨ The Ako tree forest is a wonderful, otherworldly place 😯😊✨ I ended up going back and forth lol (Original) 土佐清水市松尾のアコウの木も有名ですが、こちら室戸市のアコウの木も凄い😯🌳自然の力強さには圧巻✨アコウの木の林は異空間で素敵です😯😊✨往復してしまいました笑

(Translated by Google) When I first came here, I was very impressed ~ The staghorn tree surrounded by subtropical plants and rocks... It smelled like a mysterious, sacred place ~ Please come and see the profile of the people on the sky. (Original) 初めて来て感動しました～亜熱帯植物や岩を抱き込んだアコウ樹…神秘的、神聖な場所の薫りがしました～空海上人の横顔、見に来てください～

(Translated by Google) It's amazing to see so many big oak trees, but it's hard to know where to enter first. There were so many mosquitoes that I couldn't stay there for a long time. (Original) あれだけのアコウの大樹はスゴイのですが、まずどこから入って行けばいいのかわかり難い。そして蚊が沢山いて長時間滞在はできませんでした。

(Translated by Google) Visited on July 25, 2021. There are some areas along the promenade that are covered with trees. One of them is this staghorn forest. There is a guide board, so you can use that to find it. (Original) 2021/7/25来訪。 遊歩道の中に、所々木々が覆い被さった場所があります。そこの一つがこのアコウ林となっています。案内板があるのでそちらを頼りに探すとよいでしょう。

(Translated by Google) I'm inspired by the Ako tree, which has its roots tied to rocks in order to survive. Solo trip around Shikoku 👍 (Original) 生きていくために、岩に根を縛りつけてるアコウの木、勇気付けられます 四国一周ひとり旅👍

Historically significant site, natural wonder. It is free access any time so we just wandered in. Could do with a bit of a tidy up. The walks along the coast are spectacular

A bit scary but worth a visit!!

A site associated with the Monk Kukai who reached satori in this cave, just like Bodhidharma in a cave near the Shaolin Temple.

(Translated by Google) 20250403 I visited this place while traveling south along the eastern coast of Shikoku. It is said that this is the place where Kukai practiced his training. I often saw pilgrims walking there. I wonder if it used to be right on the edge of the coastline? There is a place nearby where people could take a bath, so I wonder if it was this close to the coastline in the past? It might be nice to meditate while listening to the sound of the waves. But why did he choose Shikoku as a place of training and build 88 temples? Maybe he felt the energy of the plate movements? (Original) 20250403 四国の東の海岸を南下中に 訪れました。 空海さんが修行した地だそうです。 そういえば お遍路さんが歩いている姿を よく見かけました🚶 昔は海岸線ギリギリだったのかな？ 近くにも行水したところがあるから 昔もこれくらいだったのかな？ 波の音を聞きながら瞑想っていいかも しかしなぜ 四国を修行の地とし 八十八ヶ所の寺院をつくったのか⋯ プレートの動きに エネルギーを感じたのかな？

(Translated by Google) Two caves near Cape Muroto. This place is said to be where Kobo Daishi Kukai trained and attained enlightenment in his youth. Mikunihito Cave is where Kukai lived, and Shinmei Cave is where he trained. When you look outside from this cave, all you can see is the sky and the sea, and it is said that this is why the cave was named Kukai. There is also an anecdote that says that in a mystical experience, Kokuzo Bosatsu appeared from the sea and entered Kukai's body. It wasn't there the last time I visited, but there is a roof in front of the cave, and it seems that stones sometimes fall from it. If you want to get a sense of Kukai's thoughts, why not go and take a look? (Original) 室戸岬の近くにある2つの洞窟。 この場所は弘法大師空海さんが若かりし頃修業して悟りを開いた場所とされている。 御厨人窟は空海さんが生活をしていた場所で神明窟は修業していた場所のようだ。 この洞窟から外を見ると空と海しか見えず、それで空海と言う名前にしたとかしないとかって話がある他に神秘体験として海上に現れた虚空蔵菩薩が空海さんの体の中に入ってきたなんて逸話があるようだ。 前に訪れた時には無かったが、洞窟前に屋根がついており、石が落ちてくる事があるようだ。 空海さんの思いに触れて見たい人は一度訪れて見ては？

(Translated by Google) There are two caves. One is dedicated to the mountain god. The other cave was once the cave where Master Kukai, the founder of the Japanese Vajrayana sect, used to practice Dharma when he was young. The cave is not very deep and there is constant water seeping through it, but there is no musty smell. The cave faces the sea and is a place where Shingon Buddhists come to pay their respects and remember Master Kukai. The cave is quite far from Kochi city, but there is a bus that goes there. (Original) มีสองถ้ำ ถ้ำหนึ่ง ประดิษฐานเทพเจ้าประจำภูเขา อีกถ้ำหนึ่ง เคยเป็นถ้ำที่หลวงพ่อคูไก ผู้ก่อตั้งนิกายวัชรยาน สายญี่ปุ่น เคยมาปฏิบัติธรรม ณ ถ้ำเเห่งนี้ ตอนที่ท่านยังเป็นหนุ่ม จากภายในถ้ำ ไม่ได้ลึกมาก มีน้ำซึมตลอดเวลา เเต่ไม่มีกลิ่นอับเลย ตัวถ้ำหันหน้าออกทางทะเล เป็นสถานที่ ๆ ผู้นับถือพระพุทธศาสนานิกายชินงอนมาสักการะเพื่อรำลึกถึงหลวงพ่อคูไก ถ้ำอยู่ค่อนข้างไกลจากตัวเมืองโคจิ เเต่มีรถบัสเข้าถึง

(Translated by Google) I visited on Monday, May 5th. Is this the cave where Kobo Daishi trained? I feel that the white rockfall protection works do not match the meaning of this place. It would be nice if they could at least make it a color similar to the bedrock in the background... I was not able to admire the "sky and sea" from the view from the cave mentioned on the information board. It's a good place to remember Kukai, but for safety reasons, it's probably best not to stay there for long. (Original) 5月5日(月)に訪問しました。 弘法大師が修行されたという洞窟です？ 白い落石防護工が、この場所の意味合いとマッチしていないと感じます。せめて、背景の岩盤に近い色にしてくれるとよいのですが… 案内板に記載がある洞窟からの眺めで「空･海」を感嘆することはできませんでした。 空海を想うに良い場所ですが、安全を考えると長くいないほうが良さそうです。

It seems a newly constructed tourism facility

(Translated by Google) A friendly old woman in her 80s manages this temple. It seems that the number of foreign tourists has increased recently, but it seems like there are many people who visit the shrine without paying the entrance fee, which is a problem. They lamented that when it comes to paying money, many people go home or ignore them and visit the shrine without consideration. There are no believers at this temple, so managing it is a difficult task. It is very innovative, with large statues of Kukai and Nirvana, mandalas with lights, and stepping sand. This is a temple full of ideas. I want it to continue to exist, so I sincerely hope that when you visit, please feel free to pay the 300 yen admission fee! (Original) 80代の気さくなおばあちゃんがこのお寺の管理をしています。 最近、外国人観光客が増えたようですが、拝観料を払わないで勝手に参拝する人が多くて困っているようです。 お金がかかるというと帰っていったり無視して参拝したりと心無い対応が多いと嘆いてました。 このお寺は檀信徒さんがいないので、管理するだけでも大変な状況です。 大きな空海像や涅槃像、ライトが付く曼荼羅や踏み砂など、とても斬新的で アイデア溢れるお寺です。 これからも存続してほしいので、是非ご参拝の際は気持ちよく拝観料300円を払ってほしいと切に願います！

(Translated by Google) I stopped by this statue of Kobo Daishi without knowing anything about it while touring Shikoku! I don't think it was written anywhere that it costs 300 yen to climb up, but I paid the lady and prayed! It was so good that I'm glad I paid! It would be even better if the area around the Nirvana statue was well maintained and tidy up a bit, though. I was moved and learned a lot. (Original) 四国ツーリングでなにも知識なくすげー弘法大使像って思って立ち寄り！ 登るのに300円するとはどこにも書いなかったみたいだけどおばちゃんに払って御参り！ お金払ってもよかったと思うくらいよかったです！ 涅槃像こ周りは少し整備、整頓してもらえればなおさらですけど。 感動と勉強になりました。

(Translated by Google) I am an official member of the Shikoku 88, Bekkoku 20, and Shikoku 36 Fudo no Sacred Site Associations. I mainly post reviews that I think will be useful for walking pilgrimages. As you walk along National Route 55 on the pilgrimage route towards Saimisakiji Temple, the 24th temple, you will see a statue of Young Master Daishi. This is Myojoraieiji Temple. There is an admission fee, but I think it's worth visiting at least once. I am uploading photos in order. The restrooms are hard to find, but they are located near the entrance, behind the door with the poster at the end of the photo that says ``Animal abandonment and abuse is a crime.'' (Original) 私は四国八十八・別格二十・四国三十六不動の霊場会の公認先達です。主に歩き遍路に役立ちそうなクチコミを投稿しています。 24番札所最御崎寺に向かう遍路道の国道55号線を歩いていくと、目に飛び込んでくる青年大師像。明星来影寺（みょうじょうらいえいじ）です。拝観料はかかりますが、一度はおまいりする価値はあると思います。順に写真をアップしています。なお、トイレはわかりにくいですが、入り口近く、写真最後の「動物遺棄・虐待は犯罪です」のポスターの戸の奥にあります。

(Translated by Google) I thought it was a Shingon sect temple, but it turns out to be a temple belonging to a completely different religious corporation. For an admission fee of 300 yen, you can experience a tour of the giant Daishi statue and its womb. You can also receive a stamp. (Original) 真言宗のお寺かと思いきや、全然違う宗教法人のお寺のようです。 拝観料300円で、巨大なお大師さまの像と胎内巡りを体験できます。 御朱印も頂くことができます。

(Translated by Google) Parking is free, but there is an admission fee. On the way to the 24th temple of the Shikoku Sacred Site, you can see a large statue of Young Master Daishi from National Route 55. Cape Muroto is said to be the place where the young Kobo Daishi trained and attained enlightenment, and it is said that Kukai's Buddhist name was chosen by Kobo Daishi himself in this area. Behind the statue of Young Master is a statue of Nirvana. There was also a room under the Young Master's statue with a mold of Daishi's palm, and by placing my hands on the mold I felt like I was connecting with Daishi. (Original) 駐車場は無料ですが、拝観料が必要です。 四国霊場24番札所に向かう途中、国道55号線上から大きな青年大師像が見えます。 室戸岬は若き日の弘法大師が修行して悟りを開いた地とされていて、空海の法名もこの地で弘法大師自身が、決めた法名だそうです。 青年大師像の背後には、涅槃像があります。 また青年大師像の下には部屋があり、大師の手のひらの型があり、型に手を合わせて大師と繋がれる気分になりました。

(Translated by Google) Raikageji Temple has a statue of Kukai, the founder of Shingon Buddhism, staring out at the sea. The size of the statue is 20 meters and it is noticeable even from a distance. Behind the statue of Kukai is a statue of Nirvana. I received power. (Original) 真言宗の開祖である空海の像が海を見つめる来影寺。 像の大きさは20メートルで遠目からも目立つ。 空海の像の後ろには涅槃像。 パワーを頂きました。

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(Translated by Google) I thought he was from around Kochi City, but it turned out that Shintaro Nakaoka was from here. The fact that the word ``teacher'' is written on the statue makes it clear that he is highly respected by the locals. (Original) てっきり高知市周辺の出身かと思っていましたが、中岡慎太郎はこちらの方だったんですね。 像に「先生」と書いてあることからも地元の尊敬の対象とよく分かりますね。

(Translated by Google) This is a bronze statue of Nagaoka Shintaro that was located at Cape Muroto. On the back there is a stone slab with his main career history written on it. (Original) 室戸岬にあった長岡慎太郎さんの銅像です。 裏には主な経歴が書かれた石板も設置されていました。

(Translated by Google) There is a bronze statue of Shintaro Nakaoka, a patriot who was assassinated along with Ryoma Sakamoto at Omiya in Kyoto. The artist is different from the Ryoma statue, and Nakaoka's face is larger, which tends to make him look cute. Many people miss the guide because it suddenly appears and don't realize it's there. I've passed it before, so be careful 😱 supplement In the first place, both Sakamoto and Nakaoka belonged to the Tosa Kinnoto Party, which was led by Hanpeita Takeichi and was originally from Kochi. Mr. Ryoma is associated with the ``Kaientai,'' but Mr. Nakaoka was the leader of the ``Rikuentai,'' and is thought to have decided on their role in the event of a war. Also, the Satsuma-Choshu Alliance (a secret pact between the Satsuma and Choshu clans, who were on equal footing) is often believed to be based on Ryoma Sakamoto's theory, but the theory that Shintaro Nakaoka drafted and coordinated it behind the scenes, and Ryoma's role as the guarantor of the secret pact, is becoming stronger. The graves of both men are enshrined on the same grounds within the Ryozan Gokoku Shrine, near Kyoto Shimizu-san. Also, the hair of the deceased was returned to his wife's family in Kashiwagi village, Kitagawa-go, Aki-gun, and his wife's grave is located next to Mr. Nakaoka's left. They are finally mourning in peace. bronze statue There are 6 locations, including Ryozan Gokoku Shrine, Maruyama Park, 4 locations in Arashiyama, Muroto, and Kitagawa-go. Where is the Ryoma statue in Katsurahama staring? There is also the issue of this, and the Kochi Prefecture website warns against various theories and writes that ``Ryoma and Nakaoka-san are looking at each other,'' but in reality, they are looking toward the southern Pacific Ocean, and this is just glorifying the story and making it more popular, so it's better not to take it seriously and not tell anyone about it. Generally speaking, where you are facing can only be determined with a compass and a map, but Kochi Prefecture's attitude is to use Mr. Sakamoto and Mr. Nakaoka to attract tourism, according to various theories. Where did the masculinity of the Tosa era go? During World War II, monuments and bronze statues were collected and reprocessed into weapons due to the metal recovery order, but the statue of Ryoma Sakamoto in Kochi is dedicated to the guardian deity of the navy. The statue of Shintaro Nakaoka, as the guardian deity of the army, has been spared from collection. There are photographs of Shintaro Nakaoka, with a serious, serious face and a smiling, nice young man's face in contrast. Both express their personalities well. (Original) 京都 近江屋で坂本龍馬さんと共に暗殺された志士「中岡慎太郎」さんの銅像があります。 龍馬像と作者が異なり、中岡さんは顔が大きめで、可愛く見えてしまいがち。 急に案内表示が現れるので見落として、存在に気付けない方も多い。僕も気付かす通過した事があるので、要注意です😱 補足 そもそも、同じ高知出身で、武市半平太さん率いる「土佐勤王党」に、坂本さんも、中岡さんも属していた間柄。 龍馬さんと言えば「海援隊」ですが、中岡さんは「陸援隊」筆頭で、戦となった時の役割を決めていたと思われます。 又、薩長同盟（犬猿の仲だった、薩摩藩と長州藩の共闘密約）は坂本龍馬説が多いですが、中岡慎太郎さんが起案〜調整暗躍し、龍馬さんは密約保証人の役割説が、強くなってます。 両人のお墓は、京都清水さんの近く、霊山護国神社内の同じ敷地内に祀られております。 又、安芸郡北川郷柏木村の妻さん達 家族の元には、遺髪が戻され、中岡さんの左側隣に奥さんの墓。やっと仲良く弔われています。 銅像 霊山護国神社、丸山公園、嵐山の4箇所、室戸、北川郷にもあり、6箇所あります。 桂浜の龍馬像が、どこを見つめているか？ と言う問題も有り、高知県HPで諸説ありと保険をかけた上で「龍馬と中岡さんはお互い見つめ合っている」と記していますが、実際には南の太平洋を向いており、話を美化、話題性を煽っているだけですので、真に受けて人に話さない方がいいですよ。大体、どこを向いているかなんて、コンパスと地図だけで分かるものを、諸説として坂本さんや中岡さんを利用して観光誘致しようとする高知県の姿勢が…。土佐時代の男気はどこにいったのでしょうね？ 第二次世界大戦時、金属回収令で、記念碑や銅像が回収され兵器に再加工されましたが、高知の坂本龍馬像さんは、海軍の守護神。中岡慎太郎像は、陸軍の守護神として、回収を、免れています。 中岡慎太郎さんの写真、真顔で、いかつい顔と、対照的な、笑顔で好青年の顔の写真が残されてます。どちらも人柄をよく表してますよね。

(Translated by Google) By road bike from Tokushima I went to see you. It was my first time, but it was very impressive. I felt a strong aura. This is a place I would definitely like to visit again. (Original) 徳島からロードバイクで お会いしに行ってみました。 初めてでしたが、大迫力で 強いオーラを感じました。 また是非行きたい場所です。

(Translated by Google) I came to Cape Muroto in Muroto City, Kochi Prefecture. There is a statue of Shintaro Nakaoka here. He was played by Takaya Kamikawa in Ryomaden. And as explained in the third photo, the right side of the fourth photo is gabbro and the left side is sandstone. Simply put, the left side is solidified sand and the right side is solidified magma. (Original) 高知県室戸市の室戸岬に来ました ここは中岡慎太郎像があります。 龍馬伝では上川隆也さんが演じていました そして写真3枚目の説明にあるように、4枚目の右側が斑れい岩、左側が砂岩です。 簡単に言うと、左は砂が固まった物、右はマグマが固まった物だそうです

(Translated by Google) The lens of the lighthouse is nearby, and is it dazzling when you come at night? It was an observation deck in an interesting position. From this observatory, you can clearly see the lighthouse and the ocean in the distance, but it was difficult to see your feet (Muroto Cape). You can get a better view of the cape from the Cape Muroto Observation Deck below. I parked my car in the parking lot of the 24th temple, Saimisakiji Temple. So I visited the temple first and then went to the observation deck. (Original) 灯台のレンズが間近にあり、夜来たら眩しいのか？と思える面白い位置にある展望台でした。 この展望台、灯台と遠くの海はよく見えるのですが足元（室戸岬）が見え辛かったハズです。岬はこの下にある「室戸岬展望台」の方がよく見えます。 車は24番札所最御崎寺の駐車場に停めさせてもらいました。なので先にお寺にお参りしてから展望台に行きました。

(Translated by Google) Muroto Skyrun has a very nice view and is very comfortable. It would be nice if there was a place to stop along the way, but there isn't, so just go up and the Muroto Misaki Lighthouse parking lot will be immediately on your right. Please note that it is difficult to find as it is the same as the parking lot of the temple for the pilgrimage. It's a short walk from there. In the evening, the atmosphere is mysterious and I don't recommend going alone as a woman. When you go to the observation deck, the lighthouse is right in front of you. It's a very beautiful and small lighthouse. I think the view would have been nice if the weather had been nice, but unfortunately the sky was cloudy and it was drizzling, so the view was disappointing. I also stopped by a temple along the way. It's a very rare temple, so I think it's a good idea to stop by and check it out. (Original) 室戸スカイランはとても景色が良くて気持ち良いです。途中停まるところがあったら良いけれど、無いのでそのまま上に上がって、すぐの右手に室戸岬灯台駐車場があります。お遍路のお寺の駐車場と一緒になっていてわかりづらいのです注意してください。そこから少し歩きます。夕方は幽玄な雰囲気で女性1人はおすすめしません。展望台に行くと灯台が目の前です。とても綺麗で小さい灯台です。天気だったら眺めも良いのでは、と思いますがあいにくの曇り空と霧雨も降り出して眺望は残念でした。途中のお寺にも寄ってみました。なかなか珍しいお寺ですので、寄ってみるのも良いと思います。

(Translated by Google) From the cottage on Mazenooka in Kaiyo-cho, Tokushima Prefecture, we went to Toyo-cho, the seaside station in Tokushima Prefecture. It was 50km from there, so I stretched my legs out to Cape Muroto. When I arrived after driving along the coastline, the sun had set so I couldn't go down to Cape Muroto, so I went to this lighthouse observation deck. It was the last cold evening of the year, so there was no one in the parking lot. The sun had set but it was still bright, so I went up to the observation deck. The view was very nice. The horizon and the city lights of Muroto were also beautiful. Next time I want to go during the day. (Original) 徳島県の海陽町のまぜの丘のコテージから足を伸ばして、徳島県の海の駅東洋町に そこから50キロとなってたので、室戸岬までまたまた足を伸ばしました。 海岸線を走って着いた時は日が沈んじゃってて室戸岬に降りれなかったので、こちらの灯台展望台へ 今年最後の最強寒波の夕方だったので、駐車場には誰もいなかったです。 日は沈んだけどまだ明るかったので、展望台に上がりました。 とても景色良かったです。水平線や室戸の市街の灯りも素敵でした。 今度は昼間に行きたいです。

(Translated by Google) It takes about 10 minutes to walk from the parking lot, but the climb up and down may be difficult for elderly people. . . I was hoping for a more panoramic view, but the view wasn't as good as I expected. However, the road we took to get here had a really nice view, and it was the perfect place for a drive 🚗 (Original) 駐車場から歩いて10分ほどで到着するけど登りと下りは高齢者にはしんどいかも。。。 もっと一面の展望を期待しとったけど思ってたより眺めは良くなかったなぁ〜。 ただ、ここに来るまでに通る道はめちゃくちゃ眺めが良くて、ドライブには最適の場所でした🚗

(Translated by Google) There are Lover's Sanctuaries all over the country, and Cape Muroto Lighthouse Observatory is one of them. (Original) 恋人の聖地は全国にありますが、室戸岬灯台展望台もその一つです。

(Translated by Google) This is the observation deck of Cape Muroto Lighthouse. (Original) 室戸岬灯台の展望台です。

(Translated by Google) It was a magnificent view that gave a sense of the vastness of the Pacific Ocean. (Original) 太平洋の大きさを感じれる 素晴らしい景観でした

The angry old man in the office yelled at me because I slid one of the doors the wrong way when I came in. Maybe he was constipated and bitter because he couldn't go to the bathroom or something else was preventing the movement. That's the way his face looked anyway. I guess he couldn't leave his post because he had to stamp the books for the pilgrims. Anyway, I went around looking at the temple. Really beautiful structures here. I actually came for the lighthouse but you know - the Henro is here too. I've been to about eight temples on this (not my) pilgrimage since coming to this island, but I'm not getting a stamp book or wearing white clothes or whatever. I am wearing a yellow button with Mikyan-chan on it. Maybe that will help me get to wherever I need to go in the otherworld. Again anyway, while I was walking around here, that old man was really getting into my head, so I went in front of the office and stared him down through the window for a minute or two. He looked nervous because I am kind of strong-looking I guess which is just a constructed illusion. I wouldn't be violent or anything like that in a Buddhist temple, but I just wanted to feel better and I guess it did make me feel better, so I also guess there's something wrong with me for wanting to act this way. No, I'm certain of this. Maybe I need to walk the Henro like other people do. Nah.

One of the most beautiful temples part of the pilgrimage. Very peaceful area and with old temples preserved. Beautiful!

This temple on the top of the mountain is nice to visit, just at beside there is a lighthouse and huge view of the ocean, one path until there took 20 minutes by walk.

It's a nice lil temple, in combination with the view from the parking lot or the lighthouse a good place to visit if you're nearby

It is a beautiful ride down the coast to get here, and of course the scenery is great. The problem was that it isn't very accommodating for cyclists, I never found the place to park my bike, I just locked it to a bar in the parking lot.

Very nice, kind of secluded temple

Facing south to the Pacific Ocean, this temple has a spectacular location. Be sure to also visit Tonohama beach nearby where you too can find your own ocean-washed stone. I've kept mine.

(Translated by Google) On a summer vacation trip in 2025. I thought it was a roadside station, but it turned out to be a sea station! I walked around the area and noticed there was only a restaurant and no shops, but when I looked more closely, I saw it was a sea station! I had jumped to conclusions. But all the meals I had here were very filling and delicious. (Original) 2025年夏休み旅行にて。 てっきり「道の駅」だと思ったら「海の駅」だった！ レストランがあるだけで、物販のお店の建物がないなーとあちこち歩いて散策して、よくよく見てみたら海の駅！ 早とちりでした。 でも、こちらでいただいたお食事どれもボリュームがありとても美味しかったです。

(Translated by Google) After waiting for 30 minutes, the waiter explained that it would take a little longer. Finally, about 45 minutes later, the seafood bowl with lots of toppings and rice arrived. Hmm, it was worth the wait. It wasn't bad. (Original) 30分待ってから店員さんからもう少し時間がかかると説明を受ける。 結局45分程してから、具材多めご飯多めの海鮮丼が来る。 んー、待つ割にはって感じでした。 不味くは無い。

(Translated by Google) I visited the restaurant hoping to get some Muroto Kaisendon (rice bowl with seafood delivered straight from the fishing port in front of the restaurant), but unfortunately, since it was Monday, the seafood section was closed. I ordered the Tsukemono-juu & Fry Set. (Original) 目の前の漁港直送の室戸海鮮丼目当てで訪問したが、月曜日だったためか海鮮はお休みで残念。漬け重&フライセットを注文。

(Translated by Google) The seafood bowl I had here was really amazing. It is filled with plenty of fresh seafood and tastes great. The price is also very reasonable and the cost performance is perfect. The daily specials looked delicious, but I think I made the right choice in choosing the seafood bowl. However, there may be a bit of a wait during peak hours. It may be unavoidable since it is a popular place, but depending on the timing, you may be concerned about the waiting time. Still, the taste is worth the wait, so I think it's a good idea to visit when you have time. Overall, this is a spot I would definitely recommend for seafood lovers. I would like to visit again next time. (Original) ここでいただいた海鮮丼は本当に素晴らしかったです。新鮮な魚介類がたっぷりと盛られており、味も抜群。価格も非常にリーズナブルで、コストパフォーマンスは申し分ありません。日替わりもとても美味しそうでしたが、海鮮丼を選んだことは正解だったと思っています。 ただ、ピークタイムには少し待つことがあります。人気の場所なので仕方がないかもしれませんが、タイミングによっては待ち時間が気になるかもしれません。それでも、待つ価値のある美味しさなので、時間に余裕があるときに訪れるのが良いかと思います。 総じて、海鮮好きにはぜひおすすめしたいスポットです。次回もまた訪れたいと思います

(Translated by Google) The seared bonito over straw was incredibly delicious. The portion was so large that even a grown man would be full with just this bowl. The fried chicken was also delicious. It was bigger than I expected. I managed to finish it all. I need to think about how much I eat. (Original) 藁で炙った鰹のタタキ、凄い美味しい。凄い量で大人の男がこの丼だけで満腹になる。 唐揚げも美味しい。想像したよりデカい。 なんとか完食した。食べる量を考えないといけませんね。

(Translated by Google) Stopped by on a walking pilgrimage in May 2016. I received the toretoredon set. Sea bream + green onion ginger garlic. Is this the key to seared bonito? I didn't have the kinme I was looking for, so I went with this, and it was very delicious. The fried yellowtail also packs a punch. After eating, I wandered around looking at the vegetables. It was a nice break (^^) Search for “Pilgrimage Day 13: Staying at a temple” (Original) 2016.5、歩き遍路で立ち寄り。とれとれ丼セットを頂きました。鯛＋ネギしょうがニンニク。カツオのたたきの要領ですかね。お目当てのキンメが無かったんでこれにしたけど、とっても美味しかったです。ブリのフライもパンチが効いてて。食後は野菜を見ながらブラブラ。いい休憩になりました（＾＾）検索「お遍路13日目　お寺に泊まる」

(Translated by Google) This restaurant is located inside a roadside station. Even though it was a weekday, there were quite a few customers. I ordered a set of chilled udon and whitebait rice bowl. The udon noodles were chewy, thick, and delicious. The whitebait rice bowl was also just the right amount of salty, even when eaten as is. The sashimi of the day's fish and seared bonito also looked delicious. (Original) 道の駅にあるお店です。 平日でしたが、結構お客さん入ってました。冷やしうどんとしらす丼のセットを注文。うどんはコシがあり、太めでモチモチと美味しかったです。 しらす丼も、そのまま食べても丁度よい塩加減でした。 本日のお魚のお刺身や、カツオのたたきなどもおいしそうです。

Wonderful experience at this spa. The pool with various pressure jets were the main highlight, although the outdoor jacuzzi was also delicious in the somewhat chilly and drizzly January day. Staff was cordial and helpful. A great activity to do when you're in the area.

The main attraction is the deep sea water pool. There are many stations for water jet massage with a view on the sea. The sauna is included in the pool access fee. Hot bath is available too. Can be accessed with a separate fee. Overall the place is in a good shape. Renovation works are in progress for the 露天風呂(external hot bath).

Deep saltwater pools are very relaxing. Footbath outside is free.

Thoroughly recommend the onset here!

(Translated by Google) Used on Saturday, March 22, 2025 Sunny and warm and cheerful☀️ I went to Silest for the first time, but the footbath and restaurant were closed. I also took a dip in the deep ocean water pool and open-air bath, but the outdoor jacuzzi was the best 😆 No one was there so I had it all to myself🛀 It seems like it's only for locals, but now that it's spring and it's getting warmer, the number of pilgrims has increased, so I feel like everyone should use it more. (Original) 2025.3.22(土)利用 快晴でポカポカ陽気☀️ 初めてシレストに行ってみましたが、足湯 やレストランは休業中。 海洋深層水プールや露天風呂にも入りましたが、何と言っても屋外ジャグジーが最高すぎた😆 誰も入ってなかったので独り占め状態🛀 割と地元客オンリーみたいですが、春になり暖かくなってきて、お遍路さんも増えてきたので、みんなもっと利用すればいいのになぁと感じました😙

(Translated by Google) It's like a whirlpool bath in a pool, and the water pressure is amazing, so it's great for relaxing your muscles! You can also take a sauna to open your pores and the pool uses deep ocean water to make your skin smooth. Unfortunately the restaurant was closed (Original) プールのジェットバスみたいなのが水圧が凄くて筋肉がほぐれてめっちゃいいですよ！ サウナも入って毛穴開いてプールは海洋深層水なので肌がツルツルになりますよ レストランは残念ながら閉鎖中でした

(Translated by Google) The onsen staff was incredibly polite and helpful. The water in the onsen was scorching hot, but the temperature was controlled. There was a small outdoor pool with loungers. The jets had strong pressure, perfect for massaging a tired back. Thanks again for charging my power bank. (Original) Obsługa onsenu niezwykle uprzejma i pomocna. Woda w onsenie gorąca jak diabli, ale temperatura kontrolowana. Mały basenik na zewnątrz, z leżakami. Ciśnienie w dyszach mocne, doskonały na masaż zmęczonych pleców. Jeszcze raz dziękuję za naładowanie powerbank-a.

The Kime-don was so good, the rice included sashimi and cooked kimedai. Portions were super generous and you could also enjoy the rice with the broth as well. We had to queue to go in, just a reminder to write your name on the list!

The don is sooooo Delicious! Especially the bbq Kime fish! We arrived by 1200 and we don't have to queue up.

It was so good! I walked in without a reservation on what seemed like a busy night, and got a table. The wait staff was super friendly and polite, and explained how to eat the kinme-don, which is what this town and location is famous for. Even if you can't eat raw fish, the teriyaki-style kinme is amazing! Also, the menu has English, which definitely helps out!

Very nice atmosphere in this restaurant. The food is served at the table situated at the second floor which is entirely covered with tatami. Western style tables and chairs are present and situated on the tatami. The view on the inner town fishing port is very nice too. The food is definitely great with fresh deep sea red fish. English menu and recommendation about the best way to consume the meal is provided.

Very delicious sashimi rice, can't describe by word

Sashimi very delicious

I was not impressed with included tours vegan meal or that I was asked to sit upstairs with other vegans while my sister and friend ate downstairs. Then they had to bring some normal meal eaters upstairs as there wasn't enough room for them all.

This is a restaurant srrving delicious, run by a wonderful family. I cannot recommend the Hatsune Kinmedai donburi enough! It really showcases the technique of the chef, with both a sashimi portion and a teriyaki portion of the iconic and local golden eye snapper fish. It's a bit pricey, but for access to local, fresh fish, served in a community favorite, I think it is worth trying! If trying to eat here during the weekend, definitely try to call and reserve ahead of time!

(Translated by Google) "Simple fresh fish dishes" I ordered Muroto Kinmedon. Oh, the sashimi has a lot of flavor and is very fresh! Furthermore, the teriyaki golden sea bream, which soaked up the sweet sauce, and the delicately flavored soup were also delicious. However, considering the price of 1980 yen, it might be nice to have something a little more...Lunch at other restaurants in Muroto also seems simple🙄. Still, it was a delicious fish lunch with good quality. I visited around lunch time, and it was surprisingly empty so I was seated right away. The interior of the restaurant has a purely Japanese interior with arranged Western music instrumentals, and all five tables are tatami mats. There was also a sense of cleanliness. It would be even more helpful if there was an easy-to-understand menu with photos. Payment methods are cash or PayPay only. The restroom was a bit small, but it was a clean Western-style toilet. There are approximately 5 spaces in the parking lot, making it convenient to visit by car. However, the road up to this point is a little narrow, so you need to be careful. Next time, I would like to try the Kinmedai Kamameshi set meal, which is priced at nearly 4,000 yen, so it's quite impressive😇. (Original) 「シンプルにいただく新鮮魚料理」 室戸金目丼を注文しました。おお、お刺身はしっかりと旨みが乗り新鮮さが際立ってますね！さらに、甘いタレがよく沁みた金目鯛の照り焼きや、繊細な風味のお吸い物も美味しかったです。ただ、1980円という価格を考えるともう少し何かあってもいいのかも…室戸は他のお店のランチもシンプルな印象ですが🙄。それでも品質の良さを感じる美味しい魚料理のランチでした。 お昼時に訪れたのですが、意外と空いていてすぐに座れました。店内は洋楽のアレンジインストゥルメンタルの流れる純和風のインテリアで、5つのテーブルはすべて座敷となっています。清潔感も十分ありました。写真付きの分かりやすいメニューもあると、さらに助かりますね。 支払い方法は現金もしくはPayPayのみです。お手洗いは少し狭いですがきれいな洋式トイレでした。駐車場には5台ほどのスペースが確保されており、車での来店が便利です。ただ、ここまでの道はやや狭いため注意は必要です。 次回は金目鯛の釜飯定食を試してみたいですが、これは4000円近いお値段なのでなかなか迫力はあります😇。

(Translated by Google) The location is difficult to find, and the road is very narrow, so be careful. I recommend the Hatsune Kinmedai Donburi. The sashimi was firm and delicious. The teriyaki kinmedai (golden eye snapper) was exquisitely seasoned and went well with rice. The deep-fried whale was sweet and spicy, with a chewy texture and a slight bitterness. It would go well with both rice and alcohol. This was my first time trying the moray eel, and it was surprisingly delicious. It was light and tasted similar to deep-fried chicken skin. I was very satisfied with both the food and the service. Next time, I would like to come back for the kinmedai (golden eye snapper) kamameshi (rice pot). (Original) 場所が分かりにくく道が凄く狭いので注意が必要です。オススメの初音の金目丼は刺身は 身の締まりが良くて美味しかったです。金目鯛の照り焼きは絶妙の味加減でご飯がすすみます。鯨の竜田揚げは甘辛い味付けで歯応えがあって少し苦味があります。ご飯にもお酒にも合いそうです。ウツボは初めて食べたのですが意外と美味しいです。あっさりしていて鶏皮の唐揚げに似ている気がします。食事も接客も満足出来ました。今度は金目鯛の釜飯を食べに来たいと思います。

(Translated by Google) It's a homey restaurant and easy to enter. I had a half bowl of marinated red snapper and sashimi. It was very delicious. (Original) アットホームなお店で入りやすいです。金目鯛の漬けとお刺身のハーフ丼をいただきました。とても美味しかったです。

(Translated by Google) I visited here while traveling. I had my dog ​​with me so I ordered the Kinmedon bowl, which was recommended by the staff, as takeout. It was so delicious! The staff were also kind, and I'll definitely stop by again if I'm traveling again. (Original) 旅行で訪れました。 犬連れだったのでお店の方おすすめの金目丼をテイクアウトしました。 すっごく美味しかったです！ お店の方も優しくて、また旅行で来た際に寄ろうと思います。

(Translated by Google) To be honest, I was hoping for reasonable prices and large portions since it's a fishing town that specializes in golden-eyed snapper, but... I was surprised by the high prices. I felt like I didn't have to go out of my way to get something here. (Original) 正直　金目鯛推しで漁師町なのでリーズナブルと量の多さを期待しましたが、。。。真逆に高い値段にびっくりしました　無理にココで無くても。。。感が強かったです。

(Translated by Google) I had the "Hatsune's Kinmedai Donburi" for lunch on September 15, 2025, for 2,480 yen, but the fillets of the Kinmedai were small and thin, so I couldn't really taste the flavor of the Kinmedai. The difference between the actual product and the photos in the tourist guide leaflets was so great that I almost felt it was a sample. Even for a tourist destination, I thought the price and the quality were a bit excessive. I visited Muroto City for sightseeing this time, and thought the restaurant looked delicious, but I don't think I'll be back. (Original) 2025年9月15日にランチで利用、「初音の金目丼」2,480円を食べましたが、金目鯛の切り身が小さい上に薄く、金目鯛の美味しさを感じることができませんでした。観光案内のチラシ等に掲載されている写真との差が大きく、サンプル◯欺と言いたくなるレベル。この値段で、この内容は観光地価格にしても、やり過ぎかなと思いました。 今回は観光で室戸市を訪れ、美味しそうなお店と思って利用しましたが、二度目は無いと思います。

Really interesting place. The school classrooms are left with plenty of the original equipment that’s repurposed to host the new inhabitants. The resulting mashup is lovely - albeit lacking sophistication of many other aquariums. There’s a small section aiming at the ocean plastic pollution as well. Definitely recommend for a quick visit especially with children. Our two year old had a great time there.

Before it was a school, now it is an aquarium, good idea 💡. For visit once and pay 600円 it's fine.

I was surprised at how nice this place is. When I heard it was an aquarium in an old school I didn't think it would be so nicely renovated and prettied up, but it was a really cool experience. The contrast of the schoolhouse and the sea creatures had a nice effect. Fish in the school sinks! Sharks in the school pool! Really neat spot.

A good moment but nothing crazy

An interesting elementary/jr high school converted into a small aquarium. Highlights were the hammerhead sharks, stonefish, stingrays, and turtles.

An abandoned school turned into a cute aquarium. They even have sharks in the school's swimming pool. Perfect for kids.

Nice place for kids.

Good information about regional geology and earthquake detection. Toilets are clean

Very informative in geology and local culture. I arrived a bit late and so most restaurants were not serving lunch, but staff of tourist information helped me to call around nearby restaurants and I managed to fill my belly well. Thank you!

There were staff immediately available to help us. One staff member even took the time to give us a brief guided tour. Muroto exists at a spot that might very well experience a catastrophic change within the next 30 years. The way the people of this area cope with that, and have developed through their history, is really amazing.

The rock formations here are amazing and the ocean is so beautiful! It's nice to walk along the coast. A pleasant stop.

Free information center about the geographic info. of Muroto. Worth to take a look.

Nice place to understand how geotectonic influencing life

Enjoyed visit and had free WiFi but not as good as I had expected.

exquisite

Amizing

Beautiful.

(Translated by Google) Shinshoji Temple, the 25th temple of the 88 Shikoku Pilgrimage, located in Muroto City, Kochi Prefecture, boasts the beautiful scenery of the Kajitori Jizo statue and the red bell tower gate overlooking the sea of ​​Muroto. Worshipped by fishermen as a guardian deity for safe voyages, the temple attracts many visitors seeking its blessings, especially during periods of strong winds and rain. Kajitori Jizo, Associated with Kobo Daishi ⦿ Kobo Daishi designated Muroto as a sacred place because the shape of the mountains resembles the jewel held by Jizo Bodhisattva. The Kajitori Jizo, carved by Kobo Daishi himself, is the principal deity, and is revered by many sailors as the Kajitori Jizo, protecting safe voyages. ⦿ The red bell tower gate, located halfway up the steep stone steps leading to the main hall, is also known as the "Buddha's Lighthouse," and its beautiful appearance captivates visitors. ⦿The view of Muroto Port and the Pacific Ocean beyond the latticework makes for a memorable visit. A place of prayer protecting the safety of Muroto's seas ⦿Since ancient times, this temple has been known as a "temple protecting the safety of the seas," and has attracted the faith of fishermen. (Original) 高知県室戸市にある四国霊場八十八ヶ所第２５番札所の津照寺（しんしょうじ）の魅力は、『楫取地蔵』と室戸の海を見下ろす『赤い鐘楼門』の美しい景観です。海上安全の守護仏として漁師に信仰され、特に風雨が強まる時期には、そのご利益を求める参拝客が多く訪れます。 弘法大師ゆかりの楫取地蔵（かじとりじぞう） ⦿弘法大師が室戸の山の形が地蔵菩薩の持つ宝珠に似ていることから、この地を霊地としました。そこで弘法大師が自ら刻んだ『楫取地蔵』 が本尊であり、航海の安全を守る『楫取地蔵』 として多くの船人から信仰されました。 ⦿本堂に向かう急な石段の途中にある赤い鐘楼門は『仏の灯台』とも呼ばれその美しい姿が参拝客を魅了します。 ⦿格子の向こうに見える室戸港と太平洋と合わせて、参拝の思い出となる景観です。 室戸の海の安全を守る祈りの場 ⦿昔から『海の安全を守るお寺』とされ、漁師の信仰を集めてきました。

(Translated by Google) Temple No. 25 of the 88 Shikoku Temples It's just over a 10-minute drive along the coast from the 24th temple, Saigosakiji. For those who prefer mountain roads, it's just under 20 minutes via the Muroto Skyline. You can choose between a paid parking lot (where you put 200 yen in a box) a 2-minute walk away, or a free parking lot (apparently part of the fishing port can be used as a parking lot) a 5-minute walk away. There are quite a few stairs, so it's a good idea to climb to the top, pray, and then take in the view of the Pacific Ocean before descending (even if you think there's still more to see, it's good to see things over and over again). (Original) 四国八十八ヶ所二十五番札所 二十四番の最御崎寺から車で海辺を１０分強。山道走るのが好きな人は室戸スカイライン経由で２０分弱。 徒歩２分の有料駐車場（200円を箱に入れるタイプ）か、徒歩５分の無料駐車場（漁港の一部を駐車場として使えるそう）から選択可能。 そこそこの階段があるため、登りきってお参りを済ませ、降りる前に太平洋を眺めるのもよき（この先まだまだ見られるとか思ってても良いものは何度見ても良いので）

(Translated by Google) There were many steps in the quiet temple. Muroto's unique streetscape is around the temple. Shinshoji Temple is a Shingon Buddhism Tozan sect temple located in Muroto, Muroto City, Kochi Prefecture. 125 stone steps: To reach the main hall, you have to climb 125 steep stone steps. Along the way, there is a vermilion-painted bell tower gate, a beautiful structure reminiscent of Ryugu-jo Castle. It is known as the 25th temple of the 88 sacred places of Shikoku. I heard that Shinshoji Temple was opened by Kobo Daishi (Kukai) in 807. He felt that the shape of the mountain resembled the jewel held by Jizo Bodhisattva and that it was a sacred place, so he carved the Enmei Jizo Bodhisattva himself as the principal image and built the temple. From the main hall, which was rebuilt in 1975 and made of concrete, you can see the Pacific Ocean and Murozu Port. Approximately 30,000 Jizo Bodhisattva statues are enshrined inside, creating a solemn atmosphere. (Original) 静かなお寺、何段もの階段がありました。室戸の独特な街並みがお寺の周辺にあります。津照寺（しんしょうじ）は、高知県室戸市室津にある真言宗豊山派のお寺。 125段の石段：本堂へは急な125段の石段を登ります。途中には朱塗りの鐘楼門があり、竜宮城を思わせる美しい構造です。 四国八十八箇所霊場の第25番札所として知られています。 津照寺は、大同2年（807年）に弘法大師（空海）によって開かれたと聞いています。山の形が地蔵菩薩の持つ宝珠に似ていることから霊地と感じ、延命地蔵菩薩を自ら刻んで本尊とし、寺を建立された。 昭和50年（1975年）に再建されたコンクリート造りの本堂からは、太平洋や室津港を一望できます。内部には約30,000体の地蔵菩薩像が奉納され、荘厳な雰囲気を醸し出しています。

(Translated by Google) Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage: Temple No. 25 "Tsushoji Temple," Muroto City, Kochi Prefecture Denomination: Shingon Mount: Hojusan Temple Name: Shingon-in Principal Deity: Enmei Kajitori Jizo Bodhisattva Founded: 807 (2nd year of the Daido era) Founded by: Kobo Daishi Address: 2652 Murozu, Muroto City, Kochi Prefecture Resuming. Things are finally settling down. It's just over 6km from the previous temple. The journey is easy, as it's on a flat road. ♫ After passing through the gate, there's a short climb to the main hall. This temple was founded by Kobo Daishi because the shape of the mountain resembles the "Hoju" (treasure) in the temple's name. The principal deity is the Enmei Jizo Bodhisattva, carved by Kobo Daishi. Legend has it that when the main hall caught fire, the principal deity transformed into a monk, alerting the villagers and saving the day. Apparently there are 125 steps. I didn't have time to count them (lol). The Niomon Gate, the inner gate, is halfway up the stairs. The space in front of the main hall is small, making it difficult to take a front-on photo of the hall. You can see the Pacific Ocean from in front of the main hall 🎵. A beautiful view. The Daishi Hall is at the bottom of the stairs. It's interesting that the staff at the donation office come and extinguish any lit candles with a fan. They also pull out the incense sticks, even if they're still lit. Cleaning is such a pain, after all. It felt like my wish had been snuffed out. (Original) 四国八十八ヶ所巡り　第二十五番札所 高知県室戸市「津照寺」 宗派：真言宗 山号：宝珠山 院号：真言院 本尊：延命楫取地蔵菩薩 創建：807年（大同2年） 開基：弘法大師 住所：高知県室戸市室津2652 再開。やっと身の廻りが落ち着きました。 前の札所から6km強。平坦な道路を進む ので移動は楽です♫山門を潜ってから本堂 までは少し階段を登ります。 こちらの寺院は山号にある「宝珠」に山の 形が似ているとの事で弘法大師がこの地に 創建。本尊は弘法大師が彫った「延命地蔵 菩薩」。本堂が火災の際に本尊がお坊さん に化け村人にそれを知らせ事なきを得たと いう逸話が。 階段は125段あるそうで。数えてる余裕が 無かった（笑）中門となる仁王門が階段途中 に。本堂前のスペースが狭く本堂の画像を 正面から撮りづらく。この本堂前から太平 洋を眺められます🎵良い景色。 大師堂は階段下にあります。ここは面白く て納経所の人がまだ蝋燭に火が点いている のを団扇で消しにきます。線香も火が点い ていても抜いてしまいます。面倒ですから ね掃除が。何か願い事を消された感じがし ました。

Worth to join the activity of "Hello Dolphin". The dolphins obey the instructions and you can enjoy the interactive activities with dolphin.

It is the first time to touch dolphins, they are so friendly like small girls. It will be great if we can swim with them next time.

Really really nice. We totally enjoyed swimming with dolphins. The trainer were very nice and made the experience total fun.

Nice experience, a bit long driving distance but it worths!

Great …!!!

Amazing...

This place is cruel. Three dolphins in a tiny pool. One that has been there for 10 years. This place should get shut down and the dolphins released. Only went to see the conditions the dolphins were living in. SHOULD BE ILLEGAL!!

Best temple stay shukubo I’ve had yet. Best value for money in general. Amazing food, perhaps some of the best I’ve had in Japan. Had a beautiful room with a view that was very comfortable. The 6am prayer ceremony was nice and intimate. The temple grounds themselves are magnificent. I’d come back to Shikoku just to stay here a few nights.

I've stayed at fifteen or twenty temples on the Shikoku Pilgrimage and at Koyasan. This had the most beautiful rooms and the most wonderful dinner of any of them. (I LOVE fish, especially sashimi and katsuo no tataki.) (Don't eat there if you don't like fish!) The view was also wonderful.

(Translated by Google) There is a flight of stairs leading up before entering the temple, and it is only two-way, but after entering the mountain gate, it is so spacious. The famous tree roots in the temple can bless your health and the big pot that can cook a pot of rice from one grain of rice can be taken for photos. (Original) 入寺院前會有段樓梯往上，而且僅雙向通行，但是入山門後是這樣的寬敞，院內著名的樹根可以保佑健康以及一粒米可以煮出一鍋飯的大鍋可以拍照

(Translated by Google) The 26th one is on a small hill, but the height is probably only about 300-400 meters. If you choose the Henro Road, you will encounter overgrown weeds, but please trust the Henro guide. (Original) 第26番，在一個小山上，但高度應該只有300-400左右。只是如果你選擇遍路道的話會遇到雜草叢生，但請相信遍路指引。

(Translated by Google) Kongocho-ji Temple, Temple No. 26 At the top of the Yakuyokezaka slope, the spacious temple grounds emerge, offering a truly open feeling. There are many highlights, including the Ichi-Goma-Manbai Cauldron, the Cancer-Fuushi Camellia, and the habitat of the Mitaka flower, a designated prefectural natural monument. (Original) 第26番札所　金剛頂寺 厄除坂を登った先にはとても広い境内が現れとても開放感があります 一粒万倍の釜やがん封じの椿、県の天然記念物に指定されているヤッコソウの自生地など見所が色々あります

(Translated by Google) Temple No. 26 of the 88 Shikoku Temples It's a 15-minute drive from temple No. 25, Shinshoji Temple. There's paid parking below the main gate for 200 yen. I took photos, but for some reason I can't find the data. There are some unique things you won't find anywhere else, like the cancer-sealing camellia and the Ichi-Goma-Manbai Kama. (Original) 四国八十八ヶ所二十六番札所 二十五番の津照寺から車で１５分。 山門の下に有料駐車場あり２００円。 撮影したはずなのになぜかデータが見当たらないけど、ガン封じの椿とか一粒万倍の釜なんていう、あまり他所では聞かない物がある。

(Translated by Google) Kongocho-ji Temple is the 26th temple on the Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage. It sits atop a mountain along the coast, facing Cape Muroto and also known as Sai-ji Temple. The principal image is Yakushi Nyorai, and legend has it that a wicked Tengu once lived on this mountain, and that Kobo Daishi subdued it. The Tengu brings to mind typhoons. Being on top of a mountain, the air is excellent. The temple had some interesting items, such as a "camellia that wards off cancer" and a "pot that brings ten thousand grains of rice." While it's late September and the summer heat is still lingering, we were blessed with fine weather and a cool breeze, making for a wonderful visit. Thank you. (Original) 四国八十八ケ所霊場第26番札所金剛頂寺さん。海沿いの山の頂に有るお寺で、室戸岬に面している別名西寺さん。御本尊様は薬師如来様で、こちらの山には昔悪い天狗が住んでいて、お大師様が調伏されたという伝説が残っているそうです。天狗なので台風とか連想されますね。山の上なので空気が素晴らしいです。お寺には「癌封じの椿」とか、「一粒万倍の釜」とか興味深いものが有りました。9月も下旬にさしかかっていますが残暑の残る中、好天と涼風に恵まれ良いお参りが出来ました。ありがとうございます。

A super interesting place to visit with amazing English translations, a variety of artifacts, and a cool virtual reality exhibit.

It is a museum where you can understand the related between Japanese and whales. Since ancient time, the Japanese have made whale fishing a part of their lives. In people's hearts, there was gratitude and respect for whales. That's why people used whale beards and skins carefully without wasting everything. There are only Japanese in the world who have used all the whole body of the whale like this. Whaling has been a japanese culture since ancient time. However, it may be difficult to ask all people to understand it. If so, please keep a gentle watch over the Japanese people in this matter. Japanese people think firmly, investigate correctly, and respond sincerely. I wish everyone in the world peace and health. Thank you.

This is a small museum and one might think to pass by without stopping. However, of you have time it's quite enjoyable. They have a free VR experience where you can swim with whales. Bilingual displays. A lot of information. It really let me into the history of the area. Perfect activity on a rainy day!

It's small but some of the Bakamatsu/Meiji period paintings are huge and stunning. It was well worth the 500 yen entry price to just see those. There is also some go information about whaling in Japan and the evolution of whales. There is also a lot of English available on the exhibitions.

(Translated by Google) You can learn about the history of Muroto and whales. It's mainly about whaling. It's a small museum packed with history. I'm glad I went. You can also see a big whale model. There were also whale goods and stuffed animal lotteries. (Original) 室戸とくじらの歴史を知ることができます。主に捕鯨についての歴史です。こじんまりとした中に歴史の詰まった資料館でした。行って良かったと思える内容です。大きなくじらの模型も見れます。くじらのグッズ、ぬいぐるみのくじもありました。

(Translated by Google) Are whales a familiar sight on the Pacific coast? They are virtually unrelated to life in the Seto Inland Sea. It is amazing to think that in the past, people would catch huge whales in small wooden boats. A considerable number of people must have died. However, they were probably a valuable source of protein that people had to risk their lives to catch. This is a valuable facility that conveys the history of Muroto's prosperity through whaling. (Original) 鯨は太平洋側ではある程度身近なものだろうか。瀬戸内海の生活においてはほぼ無縁だ。昔はちいさな木の船で巨大な鯨を捕獲していたのは改めて驚かされる。恐らく相当な人が亡くなっているのだろう。しかし、命をかけてまでとらなければならない貴重なタンパク源だったのだろう。室戸が捕鯨で栄えた歴史を今に伝える貴重な施設。

(Translated by Google) Being closed on Mondays is fine, but as one of the accredited points for the Shikoku Tour, should they consider placing the stamp somewhere where it can be stamped on a regular holiday? I rode a long way and was so disappointed! And I'm a foreigner from overseas! (Original) 週一休館是沒有問題的，可是作為環四國一周的認證點之一，是否應該考慮將印章放在可以在定休日蓋的到章的地方。騎了很長的路卻感到十分的失望！何況我從海外來的外國人！

Nice restaurant we arrived 6:50 pm before they close at 7:00pm the staffs are so friendly to welcome and serve us. Food is great.

Super polite and kind service, gorgeous location and most importantly, incredibly delicious food. Highly recommended.

(Translated by Google) 2025/5/3 I used it when touring in Shikoku. Since it's Golden Week, most places are crowded and many places open until 2:00 pm, so I found this place when I was looking for lunch and was able to enter even after 2:00 pm. This is a rare restaurant where you can eat whale sashimi, tataki, fried tatsuta, etc. When I ate whale at a local supermarket, I didn't think it was delicious, but my colleague said that the whale sashimi he ordered was delicious. Since I'm from Kochi, I had the seared bonito set meal. The tataki was surprisingly meaty and delicious with green onion and garlic slices as condiments. I ate on the second floor, but the air conditioning was off and the water was at room temperature, so I personally consider that a negative point. The guide quickly responded to the parking lot and was able to park several motorcycles. (Original) 2025/5/3 四国ツーリング時に利用しました。 GW中なのでどこも混んでいてしかも14:00までのところが多く、昼飯難民になっていた所こちらを見つけ14:00過ぎでも入店できて助かりました ここは珍しく鯨の刺身や、タタキ、竜田揚げなどが食べれるお店です。鯨は地元のスーパーで食べた時は美味しいイメージはなかったですが、同僚が頼んだ鯨の刺身は美味しいと言ってました。 私はやはり高知なのでカツオのたたき定食。タタキは意外に肉厚で、薬味にネギやニンニクスライスも付いていて美味しかったです。 ２階での食事でしたが、空調が止まっていてお冷も常温水だったので、その点は個人的にマイナスとさせていただきます 駐車場も案内の方が迅速に対応していただきバイク数台止めることが出来ました。

(Translated by Google) Gazing out at the sea off Muroto, I ordered a seafood bowl. Soon, the bowl appeared, featuring tuna, amberjack, squid, and shrimp lined up like actors in a troupe. Each competing for their own fat and luster, they performed in secret on top of the sushi rice. When I put my chopsticks in, the squid was as soft as white silk, and the amberjack sparkled like sunlight. I couldn't help but mutter, "Is this the literary world of the sea?" However, by the time I'd finished my miso soup, all the fish had already sunk deep into my stomach without even having time to savor their last bite. There's a saying that lies in "the true joy of travel," and perhaps that feeling was not found in photographs of tourist spots, but in this bowl. Having finished every grain of rice, I felt a little proud. (Original) 室戸の海を眺めながら、海鮮丼を注文した。 ほどなくして現れたその器には、マグロ・カンパチ・イカ・エビが、まるで一座の役者のように並んでいた。 それぞれが己の脂と艶を競い合い、酢飯の上で密やかに共演している。 箸を入れると、イカは白絹のように柔らかく、カンパチは陽光のようにきらめいた。 私は思わず「これが海の文壇か」と呟いた。 ただし、味噌汁まで飲み終えた頃には、すでにどの魚も名残を惜しむ間もなく胃の奥に収まっていた。 世に“旅の醍醐味”という言葉があるが、 それは観光地の写真ではなく、この一椀の中にあったのかもしれぬ。 ——ご飯粒ひとつ残さず平らげた私は、少しだけ誇らしかった。

(Translated by Google) 2025/6 A restaurant with an ocean view where you can eat whale and bonito, a specialty of Takamatsu. The portions are generous. I think it's much tastier than eating it in the Kanto region. That said, the whale meat has a slightly strong flavor. It has the same flavor as the bonito you eat in the Kanto region. The bonito has no strong flavor. Other people have said that the freshness is... but I didn't notice it when I went. Will you be able to tell by comparing the taste? According to others The local supermarket is delicious. Ice cream Bota-nasu They also seem to recommend things like that. Is the whale sashimi semi-frozen? (Original) 2025/6 ・オーシャンビューで高知名物のクジラとカツオを食べられるお店。量も多め。 関東で食べるよりは圧倒的に美味しいと思います。とはいえ鯨肉はやや癖あり。関東で食べるカツオくらいの癖。カツオは癖なし。 他の方で鮮度が…とありましたが私の時は気になりませんでした。食べ比べたらわかる？ 他の方によると ・地元スーパーがうまい。 ・アイス ・ぼたなす なんかもおすすめのようです。 ・鯨の刺身は半冷凍？

(Translated by Google) I've been here several times now, and the "Beppin Kaisendon" here is really delicious! It's also great that you can add vinegared rice or more ingredients! Also, this was my first time eating "kujira yukhoe" and it was really delicious! It has no taste at all and is probably even more delicious than beef yukhoe! Definitely recommended! Also, the customer service of the female clerk is very polite and heartwarming! I'll come back later! 🤗 (Original) 今までに数回訪れましたが、ここの｢べっぴん海鮮丼｣は、ほんとに美味しい！ 酢飯大や具材増しが出来るのも良い！ それと、今回初めて｢くじらユッケ｣を食べましたが、めちゃくちゃ美味しい！ 全くクセがなく、牛肉のユッケよりも美味しいんじゃないでしょうか！ 断然、オススメ！ また、女性店員さんの接客も、とても丁寧だし、心暖まる思いやりもあります！ また、来ます！🤗

(Translated by Google) The Katsuo Tataki Set (1,750 yen) that fed hungry Koreans 🥹👍 Each thickly sliced piece of katsuo fills your mouth with a satisfying bite. Dipping it in the accompanying garlic, onion, and green onion sauce is heavenly. Sit at the counter with an ocean view and you'll be able to slurp your way through. The best! 👍👍 (Original) 배고픈 한국인 먹여살린 카츠오 타타키 정식(1750엔)🥹👍 카츠오 한 장 한 장 두껍게 썰려있어서 입안 가득 차는 사이즈가 킥인듯 같이 딸려오는 마늘 양파 파에 소스 찍어먹으면 극락감 바다 보이는 카운터석에 앉아 먹으면 물멍 때리며 먹을 수 있음. 최고스기루👍👍

The food here was pretty good; it’s an older building and has a diner vibe about it. I think the lady there was nervous because we were foreigners, but they serve up a delicious lunch with tons of side dishes for a really fair price. A nice stop before seeing the Meotoiwa.

Good food for reasonable price. Nice location stop by to have lunch when visiting Cape Muroto. View on the sea. Menu includes classic Japanese 定食 and fresh fish.

(Translated by Google) It was 11 o'clock on a Saturday, so it wasn't full. The inside of the store has a retro feel, with Osaka radio playing and the view of the Pacific Ocean across the national highway from the window, making it feel like time is passing slowly. I ordered the daily set meal without hesitation, and it came out quickly, as if it had been prepared in advance. The sashimi and side dishes were also filling and delicious! (Original) 土曜日の11時だったので満席ではなかったです。店内はレトロない感じで、大阪のラジオが流れ、窓からは国道越しに太平洋を眺められて、ゆっくりと時間が流れてる感じが心地よいです。迷わず日替わり定食を注文、予め用意してるのかすぐに出てきました。刺身、副菜もボリューム満点で美味しいかったです！

(Translated by Google) Last time I came here on a weekday for lunch and the sashimi set meal was delicious, so this time I brought my family back for lunch on Sunday. There were a lot of customers in the restaurant and there were about two groups waiting, but they said we could be seated immediately if we shared a table, so we were able to be seated right away. I came here with my wife and child and ordered one each of the daily set meal, a sashimi set meal, and ramen. The ramen came out first and had a gentle flavor that even children could eat, with a light and delicious soup. Next, the daily set meal shown in the photo was served. To cut to the chase, the horse mackerel was a decent size, thick, and looked excellent, but when I ate it, it had a fishy smell and still had a lot of scales, so it seemed like it hadn't been properly prepared. It didn't smell so bad that I couldn't eat it, but I think it was probably not very fresh. The scales hadn't been completely removed because the restaurant was busy and they were busy cooking, but personally I found it very disappointing as it wasn't at a level that could be served to customers. Next, my wife's sashimi set meal was supposed to arrive while I and my child were eating, but what was brought was the daily special. We told them that we had ordered the sashimi set meal and asked them to remake it, and when we waited a while, to our surprise, the sashimi set meal ordered by a young couple who had entered the restaurant after us was served before ours, and my wife's sashimi set meal never arrived. It was getting late so we canceled and went to pay, but in the end we were almost charged for the sashimi set meal we hadn't eaten, so the waitress pointed this out to the proprietress and we didn't have to pay, but there was no apology for the mistake in serving the food or for almost making us pay for a set meal we hadn't eaten. This was absolutely unacceptable, so I said a few words, but I'll probably never come here again. They also made mistakes asking each table about the other tables' orders, and it seems there were scales on the fish on the sashimi set meal ordered by the customer next to us. If they're so busy they can't keep up, I think they should hire more staff or make sure customers write down their table numbers and orders properly when ordering. Also, the lights in the room had gone out and they were turning them back on, but it was quite dim and after a while they must have noticed as they silently turned the brightness back on, surprising the other customers. No matter how busy they are, cutting corners on cooking is out of the question. I clean fish and do all kinds of fish dishes, and if they had been more careful this wouldn't happen. It's such a shame as the restaurant is near the sea and has a nice atmosphere and view. (Original) 前回は平日のお昼に来て刺身定食が美味しかったので今回は家族を連れて日曜のお昼時に来店しました。 店内は沢山のお客さんがおられ2組ほど待っておられましたが相席だとすぐ座れるとのことだったのですぐに着席できました。 妻と子供と来店し日替わり定食、刺身定食、ラーメンを1店ずつ注文しました。 ラーメンが一番初めに出てきて子供でも食べられる優しい味わいでスープがあっさりとして美味しく食べられました。 次に写真の日替わり定食が出されました。 結論から言うとアジのサイズはそこそこで厚みもあり見た目は抜群でしたが食べてみると生臭さとウロコが大量に残っており処理がかなり甘かったです。 食べられないほどの臭みではありませんでしたがおそらく鮮度の悪いアジだったのかと思います。 ウロコが取りきれていなかったのは店内が混雑していたので調理でバタバタしていたのでしょうが個人的にはお客に提供できるレベルではなかったので非常に残念です。 次に子供と自分が食べている間に妻の刺身定食が来る予定でしたが運ばれてきたのは日替わり定食でした。 頼んだのは刺身定食だと伝えて作り直してもらうように伝えてしばらく待つとあろうことか自分達よりあとに入店した若いカップルが頼んだ刺身定食がこちらより先に配膳され妻の頼んだ刺身定食は運ばれてきませんでした。 時間も遅くなったのでキャンセルしてお会計にしたのですがしまいには食べてもいない刺身定食の料金まで請求されそうになり配膳係の店員さんが女将さんに指摘してその分は払わずに済みましたが配膳を間違えたことも食べていない定食の料金を払わされそうになったことも謝罪なしでした。 流石にありえないので一言二言物言いさせてもらいましたがもう金輪際来ることはないでしょうね。 他のテーブルのお客さんの注文も間違えて各テーブルに聞いてまわってましたし隣の席のお客さんが頼んだ刺身定食の魚にもウロコついてたみたいです。 忙しくて手が回らないくらいなら店員さんを増やすなりオーダーする時にテーブル番号と注文をしっかり書くなりしないとダメだと思います。 それと室内の照明が切れてつけ直してましたがかなり暗くなっていて少し経って気づいたのか無言でもとの明るさに直していて他のお客さんもびっくりしてました。 いくら忙しいからといっても調理の手抜きは論外です。 自分は魚捌き、魚料理全般やりますが普通に気を使っていたらこうはなりません。 海の近くにあって雰囲気や眺めはいいのに残念すぎます。

(Translated by Google) I came here because someone recommended it to me: "If you want sashimi, this is the place." I ordered the daily set meal of local fish sashimi, which was thick and came with several side dishes. I came here for lunch, but if it were dinner, I could easily have two large bottles of beer and a glass of hot shochu. The location is right in front of the Meoto Iwa rocks and the Pacific Ocean. It's far from my house, but it's a restaurant I'd like to return to. (Original) 「刺身を食べるならここ」という推しの言葉で来ました。 地魚の刺身の日替わり定食を注文したところ、分厚い刺身に惣菜も数種。昼食に来ましたが、夜だったら、これでビールの大瓶２本に焼酎のお湯割り１杯はいけます。 夫婦岩、太平洋が目の前のロケーション。我が家からは遠いですが、また来たい店です。

(Translated by Google) This is a great place to eat for bus travelers. The portions are generous and filling, and the miso soup has an orange flavor, which is something I've never had before. It's very unique. It's very close to Married Couple Rocks. On our way back, while waiting for the bus by the road, the owner and his wife came over to check in on us and asked what time the bus would arrive. They were very kind. (Original) 對於搭公車旅行的人來說，這裡是一個吃飯的好地方，東西量很多也吃很飽，味噌湯居然有橘子味，是我從來沒吃過的口味，非常特別。離夫妻岩很近，回程在路邊等公車，老闆和老闆娘還親自過來關心我們知道不知道車幾點來，非常親切。