Major city · Japan
Kami香美市
Spend a half‑day to a full day in Kami: visit Ryugado Cave, Kami City Art Museum and a shrine, then head to Kochi or Nankoku.
Kami is a small city in Kochi Prefecture with a handful of attractions clustered near the centre. One day is enough to see the main cave, art museum and a shrine, then continue to nearby Kochi or Nankoku for more activities.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- JPY
- Best months
- Mar–May, Oct–Nov
- avoid Jul–Aug (hot, humid)
- Airport
- KCZ
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 5
- East Asia ↗Every border in East Asia is a full international border, Hong Kong and Macau included: an entry permission for one never covers the next.
- East Asia ↗Ferries between Korea, Japan and China cancel in rough seas and typhoons; keep a flight or a spare day behind every sea leg.
- Japan ↗IC cards (ICOCA/Suica) are topped up with cash at station machines.
- Japan ↗Smoking while walking is banned in most city centres; use designated areas.
- Japan ↗Shinkansen bags 160–250 cm (L+W+H) need a seat reserved with the oversized-baggage area.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Kami110 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Kami, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Cities are increasingly cashless; temples, small restaurants and some lodging taxes still want cash.Japan-wide
- SIM or eSIMData-only eSIMs are the easy route: buy before you fly; voice SIMs need a residence card.Japan-wide
- Tap waterSafe from the tap everywhere; stations and parks have fountains.Japan-wide
- TippingRestaurants and bars: No tip; staff will chase you to return money left on the table.Japan-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 100 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Japan-wide
- SafetyKami is low‑risk; main concerns are summer heat and occasional slippery cave floors – wear sturdy shoes.
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- RestroomsFree, clean public toilets in stations, parks and konbini; paper goes in the toilet.Japan-wide
- Emergency numbers110 police · 119 fire and ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMuseums close on Mondays (Tuesday when Monday is a holiday); many family restaurants close one weekday, often Tuesday or Wednesday…Japan-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportKCZ Kochi Ryoma Airport (Nearest airport, about 30 km (19 mi) north in Nankoku).KCZ Kochi Ryoma Airport (Nearest airport, about 19 mi (30 km) north in Nankoku).
- Getting aroundJR Dosan Line serves four stations in Kami; Tosa‑Yamada is central.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at a café¥300–500 (≈ US$3–4)
- Street or quick mealRamen bowl¥700–1,200 (≈ US$5–9)
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi (5 km (3.1 mi))Taxi (3.1 mi (5 km))¥2,000–2,500 (≈ US$14–17)
- Metro or bus rideLocal bus fare¥200–300 (≈ US$2–3)
- Museum or sight ticketRyugado Cave entry¥1,000–1,500 (≈ US$7–11)
- Budget bedGuesthouse private room, a night, per person¥3,500 (≈ US$25)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ¥3,000 (≈ US$25) · Mid ¥6,000 (≈ US$45) · High ¥9,000 (≈ US$65)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- KCZ Kochi Ryoma Airport (Nearest airport, about 30 km (19 mi) north in Nankoku)KCZ Kochi Ryoma Airport (Nearest airport, about 19 mi (30 km) north in Nankoku)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Feb
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Mar
Best
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Apr
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
May
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Jun
not flagged
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jul
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Sep
not flagged
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Oct
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Nov
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Dec
not flagged
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Best: Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Aug (31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)), coolest Jan (5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C) low), wettest Jan (9 rain days), driest May (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Kami: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
9 rd
Feb
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
8 rd
Mar
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
7 rd
Apr
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
6 rd
May
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
5 rd
Jun
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
6 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
8 rd
Aug
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
9 rd
Sep
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
7 rd
Oct
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
6 rd
Nov
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
7 rd
Dec
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
9 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
JR Dosan Line serves four stations in Kami; Tosa‑Yamada is central. Walk or rent a bicycle to reach most sights within 10–20 min.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Kochi City
goDoor to door: ≈1 h
JR Dosan Line to Kochi, about 45 min
Visit Kochi Castle and the market; easy extension after Kami.
Nankoku (Kochi Ryoma Airport)
goDoor to door: ≈45 min
JR Dosan Line to Nankoku, 30 min
Airport access and nearby roosters museum.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Kami City centre
Small inns and guesthouses near Tosa‑Yamada Station; suitable for one night if you want to rest before heading to Kochi.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ¥3,000–5,000 (≈ US$25–35) excl. bed
- Mid
- ¥5,000–8,000 (≈ US$35–55) excl. bed
- High
- ¥8,000 (≈ US$55)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Guesthouse private room1 × 1 night × ¥5,000 | ¥5,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ¥6,000 | ¥6,000 |
| JR Dosan Line round‑trip (Kami–Kochi)1 × ¥1,200 · check | ¥1,200 |
| Ryugado Cave entry (standard)1 × ¥1,000 · check | ¥1,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ¥1,320 |
| Trip total≈ ¥14,520 per person per day, bed included | ¥14,520≈ US$100 |
2026 estimate in yen; flights and JR Pass excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at a café | ¥300–500 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Ramen bowl | ¥700–1,200 (≈ US$5–9) |
| Ryugado Cave entry | ¥1,000–1,500 (≈ US$7–11) |
| Local bus fare | ¥200–300 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Taxi (5 km) | ¥2,000–2,500 (≈ US$14–17) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Ryugado Cave entry fee ¥1,000 (≈ US$7) (standard) or ¥1,500 (≈ US$11) for adventure course – check age restriction for adventure.
- Some museums may have special‑exhibit fees; basic entry ¥300 (≈ US$3).
- Limited bus service; plan train times in advance.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
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Emergency
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
Embassy
US consulate in Osaka; Japanese embassy in Tokyo.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Kochi Ryoma Airport → Kami (JR): about ¥1,200 (≈ US$9) one‑way, 45 min (check)
- Taxi Kami centre → Ryugado Cave (≈10 km): ≈¥2,200
Say or show
- すみません — Excuse me / Sorry (sumimasen)
- ありがとうございます — Thank you (arigatō gozaimasu)
- いくらですか？ — How much is it? (ikura desu ka)
- トイレはどこですか？ — Where is the toilet? (toire wa doko desu ka)
- カードで払えますか？ — Can I pay by card? (kādo de haraemasu ka)
- 地図をください — I would like a map (chizu o kudasai)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Kami. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Mar–May, Oct–Nov · avoid Jul–Aug (hot, humid) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night in Kochi for castle and riverfront dining.
- Combine with a visit to the Anpanman Museum in nearby Nankoku.
Sources
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