Yoshino River Guided Tours, Kochi — Packraft · Kayak · SUP · Rafting | English OK

26 years. Zero accidents.

✅ 26 Years in Business — Zero Accidents
✅ Guides with 15–25 Years of River Experience
✅ Small Groups — You Won’t Get Lost in the Crowd

Guide: RANO
17 years of experience guiding rivers across Japan, Norway, Mexico, Canada, and New Zealand, with additional whitewater paddling experience in Nepal, India, Australia, Argentina, and Chile.
Fluent English. Here to make sure you feel safe — and have a great time doing it.

We’ll match you to the right course.
Just tell us your experience level, and we’ll take it from there.

Not sure if kayaking is right for your level? Just ask — we’ll tell you honestly.

🚣 Solo Craft
— Your Own Paddle, Your Own Line —

Packraft · Kayak · SUP · River Touring

🌿 First time on a river?

→ 1.5km River Touring
Calm water, gentle flow. No paddling skill needed — just get in and float.
¥6,000 / person · About 2 hrs
No experience needed. All ages welcome.

🚣 Want your first taste of rapids?

→ 4km Intro Whitewater
Grade 2 — splashy and fun, easy to navigate.
Light rapids that are easy to read — a genuine thrill for first-timers without being overwhelming.
¥10,000 / person · About 2.5 hrs
Packraft / SUP: no experience needed. Kayak: basic paddling helpful.

🗺️ Want distance, scenery, and a taste of whitewater?

→ 8km River Touring
Grade 2 — one larger rapid, several smaller ones, mostly calm.
Long stretches of clear water through rural Japanese countryside. The longest route we run.
¥14,000 / person · About 3 hrs · Transport to put-in included
Packraft / SUP: no experience needed. Kayak: basic paddling helpful.

🌊 Ready to run real rapids on your own craft?

→ 6km Whitewater
Grade 2+ — stronger rapids, bigger waves.
Three larger rapids and two moderate ones — the most dynamic single-craft option we run on the Yoshino.
¥16,000 / person · About 3 hrs · Transport to put-in included
Packraft: no experience needed. Kayak/SUP: prior river experience required.

🏆 The full Oboke experience — your own craft, your own line

→ Oboke Gorge Advanced Whitewater
Grade 3 — powerful rapids. Without solid technique, this river will flip you.
Packraft or kayak through Oboke Gorge with full English safety management and photo service.
The most technical tour we offer.
For Koboke Gorge private trips, contact us directly.
¥20,000 / person · About 3 hrs
Some river experience recommended. Kayak requires solid whitewater skills.

🛶 Shared Raft
— Everyone on the Same Boat —

Rafting · No paddling experience needed

👨‍👩‍👧 Going with family or a group?

→ Rafting — Middle Yoshino
Grade 2 — splashy and fun, easy to navigate.
Paddle through crystal-clear water together on a shared raft. Good for mixed groups and families.
¥8,000 / person · About 2.5 hrs
No experience needed.

🔥 Want Class 3 on a shared raft?

→ Rafting — Oboke Gorge
Grade 3 — powerful rapids, chance of capsizing.
Bigger waves, crystal-clear water, and dramatic canyon walls through Oboke Gorge.
¥9,000 / person · About 2.5 hrs · Minimum height: 140cm
No paddling experience needed — but be ready for the unexpected.

🚣 Solo Craft

🛶 Shared Raft

Fast reply in English · Small groups · Limited spots per day

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✅ No experience needed (for most tours — see each tour for details)
✅ All gear included (wetsuit, life jacket, helmet, paddle, water shoes)
✅ English-speaking guides
✅ Small groups for personal attention

Just bring a swimsuit and a towel.
Our guides are with you every step of the way.

1. Arrive & check in
2. Change into gear
3. Short safety briefing (in English)
4. Get on the river — paddle, float, enjoy
5. Return, change, done

Total time: about 2–3 hours

1.5km / 4km Touring & Intro Whitewater: 09:45 / 10:45 / 13:30
Rafting: 09:30 / 13:30
6km / 8km / Oboke tours: Start time confirmed at booking (transport included)

• ✅ All gear provided (wetsuit, life jacket, helmet, paddle, water shoes)
• ✅ Changing rooms & restrooms at base
• ✅ Wi-Fi available

Bring: Swimsuit or underwear · Towel · That’s it.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Experience of a lifetime!”
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Amazing guides. Felt completely safe.”

✳️ All reviews shown here are from real customers on Google Maps

Q. I can’t swim. Can I still join?
A. Yes — for calm water and Class 2 tours. Life jackets are provided and guides are with you at all times. For Class 3 tours (Oboke), please contact us first so we can advise.

Q. Can I pay by credit card?
A. Yes. We accept major credit cards. Advance payment via Stripe is preferred.

Q. Are there changing rooms and restrooms?
A. Yes, both are available at the base.

Q. I’m traveling from overseas. Do I need travel insurance?
A. Our activity insurance covers Japan residents only. We recommend picking up Japan Travel Insurance before your trip — it’s inexpensive and available online. Happy to help if you have questions.

Q. What if the weather is bad?
A. If we cancel for safety reasons, you receive a full refund.

📍 Outdoor! Galbanzo Base
Otoyo, Kochi, Japan

🚌 From Oboke Station: 15 min by car/taxi
🚗 From Kochi City: About 50 min by car
🗺️ Google Maps: Open in Google Maps
🚗 Free parking · Wi-Fi · Changing rooms · Restrooms

🚐 Free Pick-Up (Oboke Station Area)
Available for guests staying near Oboke Station

📍 Pick-up Points
・Oboke Station
・Nearby hotels / guesthouses

📞 Request
Please let us know your pick-up location when booking

⚠️ Notes
・Advance reservation required
・Limited to Oboke area

💳 Payment
Advance payment by credit card (Stripe) preferred
Payment on the day also accepted (cash or card)

❌ Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 2 days before
50% fee — 1 day before
100% fee — same day or no-show

⛈️ If we cancel due to weather → Full refund

📲 To change or cancel: contact us via WhatsApp or email as early as possible